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springer.com/NEWSonline 103 Springer News 7/2011 Medicine P. H. Beighton, University of Cape Town Medical School, South Africa; R. Grahame, University College London, UK; H. Bird, University of Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK Hypermobility of Joints Hypermobility of Joints 4th Edition follows the same format as its successful predecessors. e aim of which was to provide an overview of hyper- laxity of joints and this edition follows that aim by describing the most recent research and new developments in biochemistry, as well as providing practical advice on clinical features and manage- ment. Hypermobility of Joints 4th Edition provides illustrative case histories, a review of hypermo- bility in the performing arts and sports and an outline of heritable hypermobility syndromes. is book is a valuable reference tool for a wide number of specialties, although it will particularly be of interest to rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons and medical geneticists. Features 7 A well-established and unique work 7 Authoritative authors provide a complete guide to all aspects of the hypermobility of joints 7 Fully updated to include all the latest develop- ments in the field Contents Introduction to Hypermobility.- Assessment of Hypermobility.- Molecular Basis of Hypermo- bility.- Biomechanics of Hypermobility: Selected Aspects.- Musculoskeletal Features of Hypermo- bility.- Extra-articular Manifestations of Hypermo- bility.- Illustrative Case Histories.- Hypermobility in Performing Arts and Sport.- Heritable Hyper- mobility Syndromes. Fields of interest Rheumatology; Surgical Orthopedics Target groups Professional/practitioner J. G. Brock-Utne, MD, PhD, FFA(SA), Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, USA Case Studies of Near Misses in Clinical Anesthesia All anesthesiologists eventually face the fear of a “near miss,” when a patient’s life has been put at risk. Learning from the experience is crucial to professionalism and the ongoing develop- ment of expertise. Drawing on forty-plus years of practice in major metropolitan hospitals in the United States, Norway, and South Africa, John Brock-Utne, MD presents 80 carefully selected cases that provide the basis for lessons and tips to prevent potential disaster.  e cases empha- size problem-centered learning and span a broad range of topics—from an outbreak of operating room infection (could it be the anesthesia equip- ment?),  complications of fiberoptic intuba- tions,  and problems with epidural drug pumps, to performing an urgent tracheostomy for the first time, working with an aggressive surgeon, and what to do when a patient falls off the operating table during surgery.  80 true-story clinical “near misses” never before published, ideal for problem- centered learning, recommendations, references, and discussions accompany most cases, rich basis for teaching discussions both in or out of the operating room, settings include sophisticated as well as rudimentary anesthetic environments, complements the author’s other case book, Clinical Anesthesia: Near Misses and Lessons Learned (Springer, 2008). Features 7 80 true-story clinical “near misses” never before published Ideal for problem-centered learning 7 Recommendations, references, and discussions accompany the cases 7 Rich basis for teaching discussions both in or out of the operating room 7 Settings include sophisticated as well as rudi- mentary anesthetic environments Fields of interest Anesthesiology; Intensive / Critical Care Medicine Target groups Professional/practitioner S. Brown, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield, UK; N. Scott, Royal Preston Hospital, Preston, UK; J. Hartley, Castle Hill Hospital, Hull, UK (Eds.) Contemporary Coloproctology Contemporary Coloproctology concentrates on current management decisions and therapy in coloproctology. It is a valuable reference tool for practising and training surgeons which can be referred to for practical and rapid updates on the field, and used as a guide when making decisions on the management of their patients. Features 7 Summary of evidence based coloproctology practice.Written by a wide range of practicing specialists 7 Concentration on areas of contro- versy and debate that are relevant to practice. Up-to-date evidence 7 Follows the successful philosophy of the M62 course Fields of interest Colorectal Surgery; Proctology; Medicine/Public Health, general Target groups Professional/practitioner Type of publication Monograph Due August 2011 4th ed. 2011. X, 140 p. 57 illus., 12 in color. Hardcover 7 approx. € 99,95 | £75.00 7 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 140,00 ISBN 978-1-84882-084-5 9<HTMIPI=icaief> Type of publication Professional book Due August 2011 1st ed. 2011. XII, 184 p. 4 illus. Softcover 7 € 39,95 | £35.99 7 * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 57,50 ISBN 978-1-4419-1178-0 9<HTMEPB=jbbhia> Type of publication Contributed volume Due November 2011 2011. X, 300 p. 50 illus. in color. 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Page 1: P. H. Beighton J. G. Brock-Utne, MD, PhD, FFA(SA) R ...Neisseria meningitidis Advanced Methods and Protocols Neisseria meningitidis is a major causative agent, worldwide, of potentially

springer.com/NEWSonline 103Springer News 7/2011 Medicine

P. H. Beighton, University of Cape Town Medical School, South Africa; R. Grahame, University College London, UK; H. Bird, University of Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK

Hypermobility of Joints

Hypermobility of Joints 4th Edition follows the same format as its successful predecessors. The aim of which was to provide an overview of hyper-laxity of joints and this edition follows that aim by describing the most recent research and new developments in biochemistry, as well as providing practical advice on clinical features and manage-ment. Hypermobility of Joints 4th Edition provides illustrative case histories, a review of hypermo-bility in the performing arts and sports and an outline of heritable hypermobility syndromes. This book is a valuable reference tool for a wide number of specialties, although it will particularly be of interest to rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons and medical geneticists.

Features7 A well-established and unique work 7 Authoritative authors provide a complete guide to all aspects of the hypermobility of joints 7 Fully updated to include all the latest develop-ments in the field

ContentsIntroduction to Hypermobility.- Assessment of Hypermobility.- Molecular Basis of Hypermo-bility.- Biomechanics of Hypermobility: Selected Aspects.- Musculoskeletal Features of Hypermo-bility.- Extra-articular Manifestations of Hypermo-bility.- Illustrative Case Histories.- Hypermobility in Performing Arts and Sport.- Heritable Hyper-mobility Syndromes.

Fields of interestRheumatology; Surgical Orthopedics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

J. G. Brock-Utne, MD, PhD, FFA(SA), Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford, CA, USA

Case Studies of Near Misses in Clinical Anesthesia

All anesthesiologists eventually face the fear of a “near miss,” when a patient’s life has been put at risk.  Learning from the experience is crucial to professionalism and the ongoing develop-ment of expertise. Drawing on forty-plus years of practice in major metropolitan hospitals in the United States, Norway, and South Africa, John Brock-Utne, MD presents 80 carefully selected cases that provide the basis for lessons and tips to prevent potential disaster.  The cases empha-size problem-centered learning and span a broad range of topics—from an outbreak of operating room infection (could it be the anesthesia equip-ment?),  complications of fiberoptic intuba-tions,  and problems with epidural drug pumps, to performing an urgent tracheostomy for the first time, working with an aggressive surgeon, and what to do when a patient falls off  the operating table during surgery.  80 true-story clinical “near misses” never before published, ideal for problem-centered learning, recommendations, references, and discussions accompany most cases, rich basis for teaching discussions both in or out of the operating room, settings include sophisticated as well as rudimentary anesthetic environments, complements the author’s other case book, Clinical Anesthesia: Near Misses and Lessons Learned (Springer, 2008).

Features7 80 true-story clinical “near misses” never before published Ideal for problem-centered learning 7 Recommendations, references, and discussions accompany the cases 7 Rich basis for teaching discussions both in or out of the operating room 7 Settings include sophisticated as well as rudi-mentary anesthetic environments

Fields of interestAnesthesiology; Intensive / Critical Care Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

S. Brown, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Sheffield, UK; N. Scott, Royal Preston Hospital, Preston, UK; J. Hartley, Castle Hill Hospital, Hull, UK (Eds.)

Contemporary Coloproctology

Contemporary Coloproctology concentrates on current management decisions and therapy in coloproctology. It is a valuable reference tool for practising and training surgeons which can be referred to for practical and rapid updates on the field, and used as a guide when making decisions on the management of their patients.

Features7 Summary of evidence based coloproctology practice.Written by a wide range of practicing specialists 7 Concentration on areas of contro-versy and debate that are relevant to practice.Up-to-date evidence 7 Follows the successful philosophy of the M62 course

Fields of interestColorectal Surgery; Proctology; Medicine/Public Health, general

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationMonograph

Due August 2011

4th ed. 2011. X, 140 p. 57 illus., 12 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 99,95 | £75.007 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 140,00ISBN 978-1-84882-084-5

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due August 2011

1st ed. 2011. XII, 184 p. 4 illus. Softcover

7 € 39,95 | £35.997 * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 57,50ISBN 978-1-4419-1178-0

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due November 2011

2011. X, 300 p. 50 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 139,95 | £126.007 approx. * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-0-85729-888-1

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H. Chen, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA; L. S. Kao, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, TX, USA (Eds.)

Success in Academic SurgeryPart 1

How does one become a successful academic surgeon?  The Association for Academic Surgery has been teaching this to medical students, residents, and young faculty for the over 20 years and this is the first time the experience and lessons learned have been summarized in a book format.  Success in Academic Surgery, Part 1, reinforces the curriculum of the Association for Academic Surgery courses and also provides guidance to individual surgeons who have not had the oppor-tunity to attend these courses. Thus, this book is a valuable reference for medical students, surgical residents, and young surgical faculty.

Features7 Developed in collaboration with the AAS, the largest organization of academic surgeons in the world with over 3,000 members 7 Linked with an ongoing successful course, which is in its 21st year, and has been supported by grants from the NIH 7 Written by experts in the world of academic surgery and active members of the AAS

ContentsWhy Be an Academic Surgeon? Impetus and Options for the Emerging Surgeon-Scientist.- Timeline for Promotion/Overview of an Academic Career.- Reviewing the Literature/Developing a Hypothesis, Study Design.- Ethics in Surgical Research.- Analyzing Your Data.- Animal Models for Surgical Research.- Health Services Research.- Surgical Educational Research: Getting Started.- Translational Research and New Approaches: Genomics, Proteomics, and Metabolomics.- How to Write and Revise a Manuscript for Peer Review Publication.- Choosing, and Being, a Good Mentor.- Writing a Grant/Obtaining Funding.- Setting Up a “Lab” (Clinical or Basic Science Research Program) and Managing a Research Team.- Work-Life Balance and Burnout.- Time Management.

Fields of interestSurgery; General Surgery

Target groupsGraduate

M. Christodoulides, Molecular Microbiology and Infection, University of Southampton Medical School, Southampton, Hampshire, UK (Ed.)

Neisseria meningitidisAdvanced Methods and Protocols

Neisseria meningitidis is a major causative agent, worldwide, of potentially life-threatening meningitis and septicaemia, which carry with them a high mortality rate and permanent physical and neurological issues for survivors.  Neisseria meningitidis: Advanced Methods and Protocols offers a collection of methods and protocols that reflect the development and refinement of several new technologies applied to the meningococcus as presented by expert researchers. Several of the chapters in this book describe methods that rely on the collection of complete sets of biological data, for example, using the genome to generate transcriptomes, proteomes, and metabolomes.  Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology™ series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and cutting-edge, Neisseria meningitidis: Advanced Methods and Protocols can be readily used to study other pathogens and diseases and should have broad appeal to clinical and non-clinical scientists alike; however, there is still much to learn about the meningococcus and its complex nature, which in turn continues to reveal crucial details about human biology as well.

Features7 Provides advanced, cutting-edge techniques for the study of the meningococcus 7 Builds upon the foundation of previous books in the series to supply the most current methods and protocols 7 Includes expert tips and implementation advice to ensure successful results

Fields of interestInfectious Diseases; Bacteriology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

D. Delbeke, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, USA; O. Israel, Technion-Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel (Eds.)

Hybrid PET/CT and SPECT/CT ImagingA Teaching File

Edited by Dominique Delbeke and Ora Israel, two leading authorities in the field of nuclear medicine, this practical guide is a reference source of cases for images obtained on state-of-the-art integrated PET/CT and SPECT/CT imaging systems. The cases are presented in-depth so that they will be of value to residents training in nuclear medicine and radiology and to nuclear medicine physicians and radiologists who need to become familiar with this technology. Internationally recognized contribu-tors provide the reader with in-depth coverage on the technical and clinical aspects of hybrid imaging. Principles of hybrid imaging, physics and instrumentation, normal distribution of radio-pharmaceuticals and protocols central to the field are covered. A comprehensive review of nuclear oncology cases found in everyday practice, ranging from simple to complex are also addressed. The full spectrum of clinical applications is covered including head and neck tumors, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, pancreatic cancer, and geni-tourinary tumors. Additional chapters examine cardiac hybrid imaging, benign bone diseases and infection and inflammation. A wealth of illustra-tions reinforce the key teaching points discussed throughout the book.

Features7 Edited by leading authorities in the field and including internationally-recognized contributors 7 Key teaching points are reinforced by more than 250 Full color images obtained on state-of-the art integrated hybrid imaging systems 7 In-depth reference source for both PET/CT and SPECT/CT systems 7 New paperback edition for easier use and counsel

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology; Nuclear Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationContributed volume

Due September 2011

2011. X, 120 p. 20 illus., 3 in color. Softcover

7 approx. € 39,95 | £35.997 approx. * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 57,50ISBN 978-0-85729-312-1

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due November 2011

2012. 420 p. 65 illus., 13 in color. (Methods in Molecular Biology, Volume 799) Hardcover

7 approx. € 104,95 | £93.007 approx. * € (D) 112,30 | € (A) 115,45 | sFr 148,00ISBN 978-1-61779-345-5

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due July 2011

2011. 762 p. 700 illus., 300 in color. With DVD. Softcover

7 approx. € 89,95 | £80.507 approx. * € (D) 96,25 | € (A) 98,95 | sFr 127,50ISBN 978-1-4614-0090-5

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J. Dennison, Otago School of Medical Sciences, Department of Anatomy and Structural Biology, Dunedin, New Zealand; C. Oxnard, University of Western Australia, Forensic Anthropology Group, Crawley, WA, Australia; P. Obendorf, RMIT University, School of Applied Sciences, Melbourne, VIC, Australia (Eds.)

Endemic CretinismResponding to a renewed interest in the growing problem of iodine deficiency worldwide, Drs. Charles Oxnard and Peter Obendorf, along with experienced translator and anatomist John Dennison, take a fresh look at the classic text, Der endemische Kretinismus, published in 1936 by Springer. Translated here for the first time into English, this landmark text will be a welcome resource for researchers confronting the problem of iodine deficiency. Oxnard and Obendorf point out that there is very little detailed knowledge or numerical data on cretinism available in the English-speaking world.  In addition, highly-renowned Professor Basil S. Hetzel, recently-retired World Health Organization Chairman of the International Council for Control of Iodine Deficiency Disorders, published in 2009 with Dr Chen Zu-pei on the resurgence of iodine deficiency in China.  Indeed, throughout the entire developing world there may be as many as two billion people at risk to iodine deficiency; perhaps three quarters of a billion have goiter, and ten million may be cretins.  Even in devel-oped countries, iodine deficiency is re-emerging (as in New South Wales in 19% of children) with the result of significantly reduced numbers of gifted children (though this is not cretinism per se). Certain to be of significant interest to a wide range of researchers, health providers and profes-sionals, including government health administra-tors, this English translation of Endemic Cretinism is a major contribution to the literature.

Features7 First English language translation of classic text 7 Still the most authoritative and comprehen-sive account of endemic cretinism 7 Edited by renowned experts

Fields of interestEndocrinology; Internal Medicine; Neurology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

A. M. Esquinas, Hospital Morales Meseguer, Murcia, Spain (Ed.)

Humidification in the Intensive Care UnitThe Essentials

Inadequate humidification of inspired gases can cause a variety of serious problems, and humidi-fication has accordingly become an important aspect of modern intensive care medicine. This book is designed to serve as a practical guide for clinicians, providing information on the theoret-ical background of humidification, the equipment, and its optimal use. The book starts by examining the physiological basis of humidification. Current devices are then discussed, with careful atten-tion to factors influencing their performance and methods to evaluate their effectiveness. The two scenarios of mechanical and non-mechanical ventilation are considered, and the issue of venti-lator-associated pneumonia is addressed in detail. Further chapters focus on such topics as humidi-fication following tracheostomy, humidification of the artificial airway during secretion manage-ment, measurement of inspired gas temperature in the ventilated neonate, and humidification in the home care setting.

Features7 The first monograph devoted to the impor-tant subject of humidification in intensive care medicine 7 Examines in detail the available devices, their optimal use, and factors influencing their performance 7 Discusses humidification in a variety of settings, including mechanical and non-mechanical ventilation, in-patient and home care, and adult and pediatric patients 7 Designed as a practical guide for clinicians 

Fields of interestAnesthesiology; Intensive / Critical Care Medicine; Pneumology/Respiratory System

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

R. E. Ferner, Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospital, London, UK.; S. M. Huson, D. G. Evans, Saint Mary's Hospital, Manchester, UK.

Neurofibromatoses in Clinical Practice

Neurofibromatoses in Clinical Practice provides a succinct, accessible guide to the neurofibro-matoses including diagnosis, management protocols and indications for referral to specialist centers. Neurocutaneous diseases are complex to diagnose and treat and many patients require specialist multidisciplinary management and surveillance. Due to multiple disease manifesta-tions, patients can present to different clinicians without specialist expertise - general practitioners, pediatricians, neurologists, geneticists, surgeons and ophthalmologists. The clinically focused format will enable rapid consultation during clinics, facilitate disease pattern recognition, and indicate care pathways. The clinical quiz highlights common pitfalls in diagnosis and management and a glossary and reference section provide details for access to specialist NF clinics throughout the UK and internationally.Written by experts in the field Neurofibromatoses in Clinical Practice is a succinct and practical guide for consultants in training and practice, general practitioners and specialist nurses.

Features7 Practically focused and accessible including clinical photographs illustrating diagnostic features of NF1, NF2 and differential diagnoses and tables showing diagnostic features and protocols for management 7 Includes engaging case histories illustrating diagnostic features, screening protocols and investigations 7 A clinical quiz to reinforce awareness of pitfalls in diagnosis and management and encourages an interactive response from the reader

From the contentsIntroduction.- Neurofibromatosis 1.- Neurofi-bromatosis 2.- Differential Diagnosis of NF1 and NF2.- Psychological impact of disease and quality of life.

Fields of interestNeurology; Neurosurgery; Oncology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationMonograph

Due October 2011

2012. 225 p. 125 illus. Hardcover

7 € 139,95 | £126.007 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-1-4614-0280-0

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due October 2011

2012. 320 p. 51 illus., 22 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 99,95 | £90.007 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 143,50ISBN 978-3-642-02973-8

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due July 2011

2011. 96 p. 45 illus., 32 in color. Softcover

7 € 29,95 | £26.997 * € (D) 32,05 | € (A) 32,95 | sFr 43,00ISBN 978-0-85729-628-3

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M. E. Gershwin, The Jack and Donald Chia Professor of Medicine, Chief, Division of Rheumatology/Allergy and Clinical Immunology, University of California at Davis, Davis, CA, USA; T. E. Albertson, The Gordon Wong Professor of Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Anesthesiology, UC Davis, Davis, CA, USA (Eds.)

Bronchial AsthmaA Guide for Practical Understanding and Treatment

Hailed by professional journals and esteemed by primary care physicians, Bronchial Asthma: A Guide for Practical Understanding and Treatment, Sixth Edition, has been fully updated to help physi-cians face the challenge of diagnosis and manage-ment in every variety of patient subpopulation.

Features7 Updated, comprehensive, classic book on diag-nosis and management of patients with asthma 7 Replete with an array of easy-to-read tables, flowcharts, illustrations, and guidelines for prac-tical referralWritten by well-known experts

ContentsPart I: Clinical Definitions.- The clinical defini-tions of asthma.- The genetic bases of asthma.- Part II: Diagnosis and Patient Management.- The use of the pulmonary function laboratory in diagnosing asthma.- Diagnosis and management of allergic disease.- The pediatric asthmatic.- The Adult Asthmatic.- The patient with asthma in the emergency department.- The critically ill asth-matic: From ICU to discharge.- Part III: Special Clinical Problems.- Asthma and Pregnancy.- Exer-cise-induced asthma.- Viral disease, air pollut-ants, nanoparticles, and asthma.- Occupational asthma.- Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergil-losis.- Rhinitis, sinusitis, and asthma.- Anesthesia for patients with asthma.- Asthmatics and adverse reactions to drugs, including recreational drug abuse.- Part IV: Living with Asthma.- The chal-lenge of asthma in minority populations.- Asthma, health care and the law.

Fields of interestPrimary Care Medicine; General Practice / Family Medicine; Internal Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

P. Giannoudis, University of Leeds, United Kingdom. (Ed.)

Practical Procedures in Elective Orthopaedic SurgeryPelvis and Lower Extremity

With the time available to surgeons-in-training ever dwindling, there is great emphasis placed on practical learning tools. Mirroring his earlier book on practical procedures in trauma surgery, Prof Giannoudis has produced a reference in more elective techniques. In most medical schools, most emphasis is placed on orthopaedic trauma surgery, with elective techniques often delayed until much later in a surgeon’s training.

Features7 State-of-the-art contents 7 Provides examples and step-by-step instructions with numerous illus-trations 7 With contributions by international experts

From the contentsPelvis.- Osteotomies.- The Periacetabular Oste-otomy.- Triple Pelvic Osteotomy.- Fusions.- Pubic Symphysis Fusion.- Sacroiliac Joint Fusion.- Lower Extremity.- Hip – Femur.- Hip Arthroscopy For Hip Impingement Syndrome.- Cemented Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) – Posterior Approach.- Cementless Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) – Posterior Approach.- Hip Resurfacing Arthro-plasty.- Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty.- Trochan-teric Osteotomy - Surgical Technique.- Excision of Heterotopic Ossification (HO) of the Hip.- Dunn’s Procedure.- Treatment of the Avascular Femoral Head Necrosis with Bone Morphogenetic Protein and Filtered Autologous Mesenchymal Stem Cells.- Femoral Neck Non-Union (Intracapsular).- Subtrochanteric Femoral Non-Union.- Femoral Shaft Non-unions – Exchange Nailing.- Distal Femoral Non-Union.- Knee – Tibia.- Chapter 18: Knee Arthroscopy.- Knee Arthroscopic Partial Meniscectomy.- Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction.- Arthroscopic Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruc-tion.- Postero-Lateral Corner (PLC) Repair.

Fields of interestOrthopedics; Surgical Orthopedics; Conservative Orthopedics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

I. M. Gould, Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, Aberdeen, Scotland; J. W. Meer, Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Nijmegen, Netherlands (Eds.)

Antibiotic Policies:Controlling Hospital Acquired Infection

The first book was on “Theory and Practice” of antibiotic stewardship in its broadest sense -the how to do it and the do’s and don’ts. The second, on “Controlling resistance” was very much on the relationships between use and resistance and beginning to home in on the hospital as the main generator of resistance, but mainly looking at it from a disease/clinical perspective. The last 3 chap-ters on MRSA, ended where the 3rd book will take off. “Controlling HAI “ will concentrate on specific MDR organisms highlighting their roles in the current pandemic of HAI and emphasizing that the big issue is not so much infection control but antibiotic control, in the same way that antibiotic over-reliance/ over-use has caused the problem in the first place. Up ‘till now the emphasis for controlling MRSA, C diff and all the other MDROs has very much been on IC, which clearly isn’t working. This book will gather all the evidence for the increasingly popular view that much more must be done in the area of antibiotic policies/ stewardship, especially when we are in danger of a “post antibiotic” era, due to a real shortage of new agents in the pipeline.

Features7 Explores the hypothesis that the increased use of antibiotics led subconsciously to a loss of emphasis on the importance of hygiene in the control of Hospital Acquired Infection 7 Contains chapters by acclaimed authors on all the major causes of Hospital Acquired Infection, including MRSA, VRE, Clostridium difficile and multi resistant gram negative infections which are increasingly pan-resistant and untreatableIs an excellent source of information for students, researchers and practitioners in infection control, hospital epidemiology, antimicrobial prescribing and microbiology

Fields of interestInfectious Diseases; Microbiology; Immunology

Target groupsResearch

Type of publicationContributed volume

Due August 2011

6th Ed. 2012. 350 p. 59 illus., 37 in color. Hardcover

7 € 89,95 | £81.007 * € (D) 96,25 | € (A) 98,95 | sFr 129,00ISBN 978-1-4419-6835-7

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due September 2011

2011. 248 p. 696 illus., 581 in color. Softcover

7 approx. € 44,00 | £39.997 approx. * € (D) 47,08 | € (A) 48,40 | sFr 63,50ISBN 978-0-85729-813-3

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due October 2011

2011. 300 p. 4 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 € 139,95 | £126.007 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-1-4419-1733-1

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A. Granov, L. Tiutin, Russian Research Center for Radiology and Surgery, St. Petersburg, Russia (Eds.)

Positron Emission Tomography

This handbook, written in a clear and precise style, describes the principles of positron emis-sion tomography (PET) and provides detailed information on its application in clinical practice. The first part of the book explains the physical and biochemical basis for PET and covers such topics as instrumentation, image reconstruction, and the production and diagnostic properties of radiopharmaceuticals. The focus then turns to the use of PET in clinical practice, including its role in hybrid imaging (PET-CT). A wide range of oncological applications in different body systems and organs are discussed, and uses of PET in cardiology, neurology, and psychiatry are also addressed. Characteristic findings are described and illustrated by numerous images, many of them in color. This book will be of value not only for nuclear medicine physicians and radiologists but also for oncologists, surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, psychiatrists, and residents with an interest in molecular imaging.

Features7 Provides detailed information on the uses of positron emission tomography in clinical practice 7 An invaluable aid to fast and reliable diagnosis 7 Broad appeal extending beyond nuclear medi-cine physicians and radiologists 7 Contains many color images

From the contentsPhysical basis of PET.- Methodical aspects of using PET.- Diagnosis of tumors: Head and neck tumors.- Breast cancer.- Lung cancer.- Digestive tract tumors.- Stomach cancer.- Large intestine cancer.- Liver.- Pancreas cancer.- Tumors of the urinary tract and the reproductive system.- Lymphoproliferative diseases.

Fields of interestNuclear Medicine; Diagnostic Radiology; Neuro-radiology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

B. Hamm, Charité, Berlin, Germany; P. R. Ros, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA (Eds.)

Abdominal ImagingIn this book a team of leading experts come together to provide a comprehensive overview of modern imaging of the abdomen and pelvis, with detailed sections on both gastrointestinal and geni-tourinary imaging. Each chapter has an identical structure and focuses on a particular organ or organ system, allowing the reader to approach the field one topic at a time. Indications for a variety of imaging techniques and examination protocols are clearly described, and the imaging features of normal anatomy and pathologic entities are depicted in an abundance of high-quality images. Care is taken to consider all recent technical devel-opments and new indications, and the diagnostic performance of different imaging modalities is carefully compared.

Fields of interestDiagnostic Radiology; Imaging / Radiology; Gastroenterology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationMonograph

Due October 2011

Original Russion edition published by Foliant, St. Petersburg in 2008

2012. 290 p. 136 illus., 68 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 129,95 | £117.007 approx. * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 186,50ISBN 978-3-642-21119-5

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Type of publicationReference work

Due May 2012

Print2012. 2000 p. 3500 illus., 1000 in color. (In 3 volumes, not available separately)

7 approx. € 699,00 | £629.507 approx. * € (D) 747,93 | € (A) 768,90 | sFr 1002,50ISBN 978-3-642-13326-8

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7 approx. € 699,00 | £629.507 approx. ** € (D) 831,81 | € (A) 838,80 | sFr 1053,00ISBN 978-3-642-13327-5

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7 approx. € 874,00 | £787.007 approx. * € (D) 935,18 | € (A) 961,40 | sFr 1253,00ISBN 978-3-642-15139-2

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G. Hawthorne, Newcastle Diabetes Centre, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK. (Ed.)

Diabetes Care for the Older PatientA Practical Handbook

The management of older people with diabetes requires careful attention to the specific needs of this age group. This practical handbook addresses the issues surrounding the care of older diabetic patients, including dementia, frailty, depression and cardiovascular risk. Intended for day-to-day use in clinical practice, each chapter closes with a list of salient practical points in the clinical management of older patients with diabetes. Concisely written by authorities in the field, this book is a valuable resource for all those involved in the diabetes care of older people .

Features7 A concise and practical guide to the specific issues surrounding diabetes care in older people 7 Draws on an author pool comprising recog-nized experts in diabetes care in older people 7 Includes matters of physical and mental health in caring for older people with diabetes

ContentsThe Epidemiology of Diabetes in Older People.- Hypoglycaemia and the Older Person.- Type 2 Diabetes and Dementia.- Diabetes and Frailty.- Depression in Older People with Diabetes.- Perceptions of Users and Carers in Supporting Diabetes Care.- Cardiovascular Risk, Glucose and Targets for Management of Diabetes in Older People.- Management of Elderly People with Diabetes in Primary Care.- Appendix.

Fields of interestDiabetes; Geriatrics/Gerontology; Primary Care Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationProfessional book

Due September 2011

2012. X, 160 p. 11 illus., 6 in color. Softcover

7 approx. € 39,95 | £24.997 approx. * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 43,00ISBN 978-0-85729-460-9

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J. J. Hoballah, American University of Beirut Medical Center , Lebanon; C. E. Scott-Conner, MD, University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, Iowa City, IA, USA (Eds.)

Operative Dictations in General and Vascular Surgery

Operative Dictations in General and Vascular Surgery, Second Edition  is intended to teach resi-dents the principles of succinct and precise opera-tive dictations for a wide spectrum of surgical procedures. Designed as a portable resource, the book provides typical dictations to guide the resident. Comprised of 226 procedures, this new edition comprises the majority of procedures commonly performed by general and vascular surgeons. For each procedure, a list of common indications is given. This list covers 95% of the situations in which a particular procedure will be used.  A list of essential steps follows. These can be used to mentally rehearse the procedure before it is performed. The next heading, Note these technical variations, introduces a list that is intended to prompt the surgeon for particular things to note and dictate within the template. A list of possible complications that are typically associated with that particular surgical procedure follows. Finally, a template operative dictation is provided. Common opening and terminating sequences (for example, how to enter and close the abdomen) in all lapa-rotomy dictations are included.The volume has two primary objectives. First, it is designed to serve as a source of model operative dictations that may be individualized and used as templates. Second, it is intended as an aide-memoir, giving the surgeon a short list of pertinent information about each procedure.

Features7 Proven tool for surgical residents and residents in practice 7 Chapters written by experts in their respective fields 7 Fully revised and updated with 60 new operations

Fields of interestGeneral Surgery; Abdominal Surgery; Minimally Invasive Surgery

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

L. Hendaoui, Mongi Slim Hospital, Sidi Daoud, Tunisia; A. W. Stanson, Mayo Clinic Rochester, MN, USA; M. H. Bouhaouala, ISF Teaching Hospital, La Marsa, Tunisia; F. Joffre, Rangueil Hospital, Toulouse, France (Eds.)

Systemic VasculitisImaging Features

The prompt diagnosis of systemic vasculitis is essential as a missed diagnosis can be disastrous. Imaging is of vital importance in achieving a correct diagnosis and in some cases also plays a role in endovascular treatment. In this book, the imaging features of the many different types of vasculitis are clearly demonstrated by means of numerous high-quality illustrations. All relevant imaging modalities are considered, and key distinctive characteristics are highlighted. In addition, each chapter discusses the etiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, biology, and treatment of the vasculitis in question. This book is the result of cooperation between expert teams from a range of countries. The wealth of illustrations and informative clinical case studies will prove invaluable for all who may be confronted with these problematic disorders.

Features7 Demonstrates the imaging features of all types of systemic vasculitis by means of numerous high-quality illustrations 7 Considers all relevant imaging modalities and highlights key distinc-tive characteristics 7 Provides information on etiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, biology, and treatment 7 Includes contributions from expert teams from a range of countries

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology; Angiology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

P. Hjemdahl, Karolinska University, Solna, Sweden; A. Rosengren, Sahlgrenska University Hospital/Östra, Gothenburg, Sweden; A. Steptoe, University College London, UK (Eds.)

Stress and Cardiovascular Disease

The main aim of this book is to evaluate the concept of stress and provide tools for physicians to identify patients who might benefit from stress management. This will incorporate a detailed description of the physiological and pathophysi-ological consequences of acute and chronic stress that might lead to cardiovascular disease. The book will aim to critically evaluate interventional research (behavioural and other therapies) and provide evidence based recommendations on how to manage stress in the cardiovascular patient. Our intentions are to define and highlight stress as an etiological factor for cardiovascular disease, and to describe an evidence based “tool box” that physi-cians may use to identify and manage patients in whom stress may be an important contributing factor for their disease and their risk of suffering cardiovascular complications.

Features7 Evaluates the concept of stress and provides tools to help physicians identify at risk patients 7 Demonstrates correlations between stress and cardiovascular disease 7 Critically evaluates interventional research and management strategies

Fields of interestCardiology; Internal Medicine; Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationHandbook

Due October 2011

2nd ed. 2012. 725 p. Softcover

7 approx. € 74,95 | £66.997 approx. * € (D) 80,20 | € (A) 82,45 | sFr 105,50ISBN 978-1-4614-0450-7

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due November 2011

2012. 400 p. 500 illus. in color. (Medical Radiology / Diagnostic Imaging) Hardcover

7 € 239,00 | £215.507 * € (D) 255,73 | € (A) 262,90 | sFr 343,00ISBN 978-3-642-02483-2

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Type of publicationManual

Due September 2011

2011. X, 300 p. 58 illus., 21 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 139,95 | £87.507 approx. * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 154,00ISBN 978-1-84882-418-8

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R. Joarder, N. Crundwell, Conquest Hospital, Hastings, UK

Case Studies in Chest Imaging

Case Studies in Chest Imaging is a collection of 100 real cases, which demonstrate the use of modern imaging techniques and illustrate the appropriate use of imaging in the investigation of pathology. Compiled by experts in the field, Case Studies in Chest Imaging  uses the most up-to-date and high quality images, including plain films,  standard Multi Slice and High Resolution Thoracic CT scans. Each case is presented in a pedagogical style, with 1-4 images and accompanying questions, followed by answers and further relevant images. This is then augmented by an explanation of the imaging and key teaching points with references for further reading, making this book a valuable learning guide in an accessible form for respiratory and acute physicians, and radiologists in training.

Features7 Including 2 to 4 images per case, the reader is provided with a broad coverage of the particular chest condition 7 High quality up-to-date relevant images ensure that the case study images match the quality of those used in the hospital 7 Key points of each case facilitates learning how to diagnose the various chest conditions

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology; Internal Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

C. KEYZER, P. A. Gevenois, Université libre de Bruxelles-Hôspital Erasme, Department of Radiology, Brussels, Belgium (Eds.)

Imaging of Acute Appendicitis in Adults and Children

This book is a comprehensive account of imaging of acute appendicitis and other appendiceal diseases. Background information is first provided on clinical presentation, perforation and nega-tive appendectomy rates, and treatment options.  The role of each imaging modality – radiography, ultrasound, CT, and MRI – is then considered sepa-rately in adults and children with suspected acute appendicitis. Many high-quality illustrations are included, and detailed information is provided on appropriate protocols and radiation saving. Further chapters addresses the spontaneously resolving and chronic appendicitis as well as other appendi-ceal lesions and review the findings of evidence-based medicine and cost-effectiveness analyses. Emergency physicians, pediatricians, surgeons, and radiologists will all find this book to be an excellent source of information and guidance.

Features7 Comprehensive guide to the imaging of appen-dicitis and other appendiceal diseases 7 Discusses pediatric and adult imaging separate-lyIncludes proposals for optimizing the radiation dose delivered by MDCT 7 Reviews the findings of evidence-based medicine and cost-effectiveness analyses 7 Examines the role of imaging for emergency physicians, pediatricians, surgeons, and radiologists

From the contentsPart I: Introduction.- Part II: Treatment Approaches and Issues in Patients with Suspected Acute Appendicitis.- Part III: Imaging of Acute Appendicitis in Adults.- Part IV: Imaging of Acute Appendicitis in Children.- Part V: Imaging Findings of other Appendiceal Diseases, Impact of Imaging on Negative Appendectomy Rate, and Radiation Dose Optimization.

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology; Ultrasound

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationMonograph

Due September 2011

2011. X, 190 p. 485 illus., 3 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 99,95 | £90.007 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 143,50ISBN 978-0-85729-837-9

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due October 2011

2012. 280 p. 340 illus., 40 in color. (Medical Radiology / Diagnostic Imaging) Hardcover

7 € 179,95 | £162.007 * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,94 | sFr 258,00ISBN 978-3-642-17871-9

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A. Krämer, M. H. Khan, University of Bielefeld, Germany; F. Kraas, University of Cologne, Köln, Germany (Eds.)

Health in Megacities and Urban Areas

Diverse driving forces, processes and actors are responsible for different trends in the development of megacities and large urban areas. Under the dynamics of global change, megacities are them-selves changing: On the one hand they are prone to increasing socio-economic vulnerability due to pronounced poverty, socio-spatial and political fragmentation, sometimes with extreme forms of segregation, disparities and conflicts. On the other hand megacities offer positive potential for global transformation, e.g. minimisation of space consumption, highly effective use of resources, efficient disaster prevention and health care options – if good strategies were developed.  At present in many megacities and urban areas of the developing world and the emerging economies the quality of life is eroding. Most of the megaci-ties have grown to unprecedented size, and the pace of urbanisation has far exceeded the growth of the necessary infrastructure and services. As a result, an increasing number of urban dwellers are left without access to basic amenities like clean drinking water, fresh air and safe food. Addition-ally, social inequalities lead to subsequent and significant intra-urban health inequalities and unbalanced disease burdens that can trigger conflict and violence between subpopulations.

Features7 Gives a comprehensive and up-to-date over-view of challenges in urban health, climate change and environmental health risks 7 Written by the leading researchers from Europe and South East Asia and is a product of a longstanding and successful interdisciplinary cooperation

Fields of interestMedicine/Public Health, general; Migration; Geog-raphy (general)

Target groupsResearch

Type of publicationContributed volume

Due July 2011

2011. 280 p. (Contributions to Statistics) Hardcover

7 € 69,95 | £62.997 * € (D) 74,85 | € (A) 76,95 | sFr 100,50ISBN 978-3-7908-2732-3

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L. Licitra, P. Olmi, Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, Milano, Italia (Eds.)

Tumori della testa e del colloIntegrazione terapeutica nella conservazione della funzione d’organo

I tumori maligni della testa e collo insorgono in sedi di grande complessità anatomica e funzio-nale. Proprio per questo rappresentano una sfida per tutti coloro che se ne occupano. Stili di vita che non prevedano l’uso di tabacco e l’abuso di alcolici potranno limitarne l’incidenza così come la vaccinazione contro il papilloma virus responsabile dell’insorgenza di tumori nell’orofaringe. Il fine di ottenere una ottimale possibilità di guarigione con la massima conservazione delle funzioni specifiche dell’organo è stato raggiunto nei tumori in stadio limitato, mentre nei tumori localmente avanzati questo è un punto ancora da raggiungere. Novità nella diagnostica per immagini, la radioterapia, la chirurgia, i nuovi farmaci sono disponibili oggi per migliorare le possibilità di cura, ma è soprattutto la multidisciplinarietà nella decisione clinica, l’accuratezza della programmazione terapeutica, l’efficacia nel controllo delle cure che possono offrire al paziente una vita migliore.

Features7 Finalmente un libro sui tumori della testa e del collo in italiano 7 Più di quaranta autori di fama internazionale parlano di preservazione di funzione d’organo nei tumori della testa e del collo 7 La multidisciplinarietà può dare maggiori chance di successo in campo oncologico 7 La scoperta della nuova correlazione dei tumori della testa e del collo e virus (HPV ed EBV) creano nuovi scenari nella cura dei tumori della testa e del collo

Fields of interestRadioterapia; Oncologia; Imaging/radiologia

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

B. Kumbrink, K-Taping Academy, Dortmund, Deutschland

K TapingAn Illustrated Guide Basics, Techniques, Indications

Birgit Kumbrink’s bestselling guide to K Taping - finally available in English! This richly illustrated hands-on guidebook features a highly successful therapeutic approach to treating orthopedic, traumatological and many other conditions. It serves both as a perfect companion to training courses and as a reference book and refresher for health care professionals who have completed their training. A brief introduction to the basic principles of K Taping, the special elastic tapes used and the method’s history is followed by 7 chapters high-lighting treatment techniques and their application to 50 frequently seen conditions. Each is featured on a double page with up to five color photos, brief instruction, practical information about symp-toms, dosage, progress to be expected and tips regarding variations of techniques. As the benefits of K Taping in enhancing the effects of other conservative care and surgical treatments are getting more and more appreci-ated, Birgit Kumbrink’s “K Taping – An Illustrated Guide”, developed by Germany based K Taping Academy, has rapidly established itself as the ulti-mate reference book for therapists and clinicians in an ever expanding range of medical disciplines.

Features7 Hands-on guide to using elastic K Tape in medical treatment effectively 7 Fully illustrated step-by-step presentation of techniques: 450 photos on 200 pages 7 More than 50 frequently seen medical conditions covered 7 How and why it works: background information on the effects on healing and pain relief processes (physiological, neurophysiological, biomechanical etc.

From the contents1 The K-Taping Method.- 2 The four application techniques.- 3 Muscle Applications.- 4 Ligament applications.- 5 Corrective applications.

Fields of interestPhysiotherapy; Orthopedics; Sports Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

C. Lehmann, G. R. Kim, Johns Hopkins Children's Medical and Surgical Center, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA; K. B. Johnson, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, Nashville, TN, USA (Eds.)

Pediatric InformaticsComputer Applications in Child Health

Now is a critical time in pediatric informatics. As information technologies—electronic health records (EHRs), personal health records (PHRs), computerized physician order entry (CPOE)—and standards (HL7) are developed to improve the quality of health care, it is imperative for policy makers and pediatricians to be aware of their impact on pediatric care and child health. Informed child advocates must be at the planning table as national and regional health informa-tion networks are developed to insure the unique health care needs of children are being met. Pediatric Informatics: Computer Applications in Child Health is a current digest of the important trends in pediatric informatics, written by leading experts in the field. This book explores how the management of biomedical data, information, and knowledge can optimize and advance child health. The contributors investigate the specific impor-tance of pediatric informatics is derived from the biological, psychological, social and cultural needs that the distinguish children from other popula-tions. These distinctions create complexities in the management of pediatric data and information that make children a vulnerable population and require the development of a new body of knowl-edge in pediatric informatics.

Features7 Only book on the market dedicated to pediatric informatics 7 Growing field of interest in infor-matics 7 Editors have top-notch experience in pediatrics and informatics

Fields of interestHealth Informatics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Pubblicazione prevista per il mese di maggio 2011

2011. Ca. 300 pagg. 50 figg. a colori. Cartonato

7 approx. € 115,34 | £104.007 approx. € (D) 123,41 | € (A) 126,87 | *sFr 165,50ISBN 978-88-470-1805-1

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due July 2011

2011. VIII, 208 p. 450 illus. in color. Softcover

7 € 49,95 | £44.997 * € (D) 53,45 | € (A) 54,95 | sFr 72,00ISBN 978-3-642-12931-5

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Available

2011. XXIV, 484 p. 44 illus., 40 in color. Softcover

7 € 49,95 | £44.997 * € (D) 53,45 | € (A) 54,95 | sFr 72,00ISBN 978-1-4419-9294-9

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G. Lucignani (Ed.)

La qualità nella preparazione dei radiofarmaciIndicazioni per la pratica clinica

La proposta di realizzare un volume monografico su questa tematica si inserisce in un percorso formativo verso la “qualità” che l’Associazione Italiana di Medicina Nucleare stessa ha iniziato a promuovere nei confronti dei propri associati.

Features7 Non esistono attualmente testi di riferimento analoghiApproccio multidisciplinare alla qualità radiofarmaceutica 7 Riferimento pratico indis-pensabile per gli attuali e futuri professionisti di settore

Field of interestMedicina nucleare

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

M. I. Martínez-León, Hospital Materno-Infantil de Carlos Haya, Málaga, Spain; L. Ceres-Ruiz, Hospital Materno-Infantil Carlos Haya, Málaga, Málaga; J. E. Gutierrez, Universtity of Texas, San Antonio, TX, USA

Learning Pediatric Imaging100 Essential Cases

This book, in a user-friendly format, is an ideal introduction to pediatric diagnostic imaging. It presents 100 cases drawn from clinical practice that range from commonly encountered disor-ders to complex and infrequent situations which must be recognized by the practitioner. Each case serves to identify essential imaging features of the pathology under consideration and will assist the reader in diagnosing similar cases. The book is divided into ten chapters, each comprising ten cases that are presented in a standard way. After discussion of the disorder in question, four repre-sentative images are displayed and described with special attention to distinctive features. In addition, informative key references are provided, including a book or book chapter, a web link, and ten recent articles. 

Features7 Ideal introduction to pediatric diagnostic imaging 7 Presents and describes the key imaging findings in disorders ranging from the common to the complex and infrequentIncludes 400 high-quality images 7 Provides further bibliographic recommendations including books, web links, and up-to-date articles

ContentsTumoral Neurology.- Tumoral and Non Tumoral Neurology.- Non Tumoral Neurology.- Thorax.- Non Tumoral Abdomen.- Tumoral Abdomen.- Genitourinary.- Musculoskeletal.- Neonatal.- Fetal.

Fields of interestMedicine/Public Health, general; Diagnostic Radi-ology; Pediatrics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Disponibile

2011. XII, 248 pagg. (Imaging & Formazione) Brossura

7 € 23,99 | £19.997 * € (D) 25,67 | € (A) 26,39 | sFr 34,50ISBN 978-88-470-2019-1

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Type of publicationManual

Available

2011. XIX, 243 p. 400 illus., 164 in color. (Learning Imaging) Softcover

7 € 39,95 | £35.997 * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 57,50ISBN 978-3-642-16891-8

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K. P. Mason, Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA (Ed.)

Pediatric Sedation Outside of the Operating RoomA Multispecialty International Collaboration

This comprehensive guide provides tips and instruction for the entire range of specialists that utilize pediatric sedation. Each specialty receives tailored coverage that focuses on its unique patient population, challenges, potential solutions, and sedation techniques. Each chapter is written by a leading specialist in the field. A comprehensive spectrum of pediatric sedation will be covered, which will be of interest to oncologists, pedia-tricians, hospitalists, intensivists, radiologists, emergency medicine specialists, anesthesiologists, nurses, dentists, and gastroenterologists. Back-ground chapters cover pharmacology as well as pediatric anatomy, with special focus on the airway and respiratory mechanics. The future of pediatric sedation is also reviewed as well as the cutting-edge research that is being done in the field.

Features7 Comprehensive presentation of pediatric sedation across all specialties worldwide  7 Case studies of real-life difficult clinical situations Inter-national roster of leaders in sedation 7 Directed towards specialists in anesthesia, gastroenterology, oncology, radiology, internal medicine, nursing, hospital administration, pediatrics, dental, inten-sive care, emergency and hospital medicine

Fields of interestAnesthesiology; Emergency Medicine; Imaging / Radiology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationProfessional book

Due August 2011

2011. XIII, 419 p. Hardcover

7 € 74,95 | £67.997 * € (D) 80,20 | € (A) 82,45 | sFr 107,50ISBN 978-0-387-09713-8

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A. Nicolaides, Imperial College, London, UK; K. W. Beach, Washington DC University, Washington, Seattle, USA; E. Kyriakou, Frederick University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus; C. S. Pattichis, University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus (Eds.)

Ultrasound and Carotid Bifurcation Atherosclerosis

Ultrasound and Carotid Bifurcation Atheroscle-rosis provides a comprehensive overview of the most recent advancements in instrumentation, imaging techniques including the use of contrast enhancement agents, plaque image analysis and its automation, elastography and plaque motion analysis; also, the use of ultrasonic and other biomarkers in the detection of the high risk cardiovascular individual. Finally, it deals with the application of IVUS, TCD and carotid plaque characterization in clinical practice and in stroke risk stratification. Ultrasound and Carotid Bifurcation Athero-sclerosis is intended for all those working in the field of atherosclerosis, ultrasound imaging and cardiovascular risk, including the clinician, the vascular ultrasonographer, the epidemiologist, the molecular biologist, the biomedical engineer and the informatics scientist. Furthermore, this book bridges the gap between the researcher and the clinician, who is keen to incorporate the latest results of research to his daily practice.

Features7 The latest information on the newest forms of technology aiding diagnosis and management of atherosclerosis 7 Clear, well-defined structure allows easy referencing 7 Authored and edited by a diverse range of professionals, all with consider-able experience in their field of research 7 This gives the reader expert knowledge from many different angles e.g. cardiology, computer science etc.

Fields of interestCardiology; Ultrasound; Imaging / Radiology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

G. Mathis, Internistische Praxis, Rankweil, Austria (Ed.)

Chest Sonography

Chest sonography is an established procedure in the assessment of pulmonary and pleural disease, allowing the investigator to make an unequivocal diagnosis without exposing the patient to costly and stressful procedures. Since the second edition of this book, the value of chest sonography has been further demonstrated in many new studies, especially regarding the application of portable ultrasound stethoscope systems. The new edition presents the state of the art in chest investiga-tion by means of ultrasonography and takes into account the results of the 1st International Consensus Conference on Pleural and Lung Ultrasound. The numerous excellent illustrations and the compact text provide concise and easy-to-assimilate information about the diagnostic procedure. Basic aspects such as indications, inves-tigative techniques, and image artifacts are detailed in separate chapters, and new chapters have been included on emergency ultrasound of the chest and pediatric chest sonography.

Features7 Presents the state of the art in chest sonography, with the aid of numerous excellent illustrations 7 Incorporates the results of the 1st Interna-tional Consensus Conference on Pleural and Lung Ultrasound 7 Includes new chapters on emergency ultrasound of the chest and pediatric chest sonography

ContentsIndications, Technical Prerequisites, and Investiga-tion Procedure.- The chest wall. - The Pleura. - Subpleural Lung Consolidations.- Mediastinum.- Endobronchial Sonography:- Vascularization.-Image Artifacts and Pitfalls.- Interventional Chest Sonography.- The White Hemithorax.- From the Symptom to the Diagnosis.-Emergency Ultrasound of the Chest.-Pediatric Chest Sonography.

Fields of interestUltrasound; Imaging / Radiology; Pneumology/Respiratory System

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

J. Mathis, Center for Advanced Imaging, Roanoke, VA, USA; S. Golovac, Space Coast Pain Institute, Merritt Island, FL, USA (Eds.)

Image-Guided Spine Interventions

As image-guided spine interventions have increas-ingly become a primary strategy for managing back pain, the tools and capabilities available to practitioners have grown significantly. This fully revised edition of Image-Guided Spine Interven-tions presents the latest procedures available to physicians who perform minimally invasive spine interventions. The comprehensive text covers the fundamentals—such as spine anatomy, proce-dural materials, and pharmacological require-ments—along with chapters devoted to key topics such as discography, percutaneous descectomy, vertebroplasty and balloon kyphoplasty, epidural steroid injections, and autonomic nerve blocks. Additionally, three new chapters are included in the Second Edition, covering pulsed radiofre-quency procedures, sacroplasty, and spinal cord stimulation. Each technique is presented in a straightforward manner that allows the reader to effectively evaluate and implement new proce-dures. The text is further enhanced by nearly 200 images and illustrations.Edited by Dr. John Mathis, a former president of the American Society of Spine Radiology, and Dr. Stanley Golovac, who both have clinical practices devoted solely to spine procedures and pain management, the book will be useful to all physicians dealing with back pain, including radiologists, pain anesthesiologists, spine neurosurgeons, and orthopedists. Physicians will once again find that Image-Guided Spine Inter-ventions, 2nd Edition, is the pivotal authority on image-guided techniques for the spine.

Features7 Completely revised edition 7 Contains updated text including new sections and chapters 7 Accessible and reader friendly format

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Anesthesiology; Interven-tional Radiology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationContributed volume

Due September 2011

2011. X, 590 p. 406 illus., 275 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 179,95 | £162.007 approx. * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,94 | sFr 258,00ISBN 978-1-84882-687-8

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due August 2011

3rd ed. 2011. 260 p. 350 illus., 164 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 99,95 | £90.007 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 143,50ISBN 978-3-642-21246-8

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due July 2011

2011. 403 p. 341 illus., 60 in color. Softcover

7 approx. € 74,95 | £66.997 approx. * € (D) 80,20 | € (A) 82,45 | sFr 106,50ISBN 978-1-4614-0525-2

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R. A. Norman, Dermatology Healthcare, Tampa, FL, USA (Ed.)

Common Treatments in Preventive DermatologyHow to treat your patient

The physician’s responsibility continues to increase daily while providing health care in the 21st century; not only in keeping up with the increase of information, but also having to pay more atten-tion to patient compliance. In addition, patients are educated, and often appreciate participation with a provider about treatment and medication choice. Often they have access to the Internet and other medical information and want to make informed choices along with their physician. Common Treatments in Preventive Dermatology will convey prevention and medication infor-mation to patients and thus help them reap the benefits of participating in their own health care and disease reduction.

Features7 Chapters written by experienced dermatologists and physicians from around the world 7 Deals with a subject of currently increasing interest 7 Information gathered into one comprehensive dermatological text

ContentsStress, Relaxation, and General Well-Being.- Smoking, Obesity/Nutrition, Sun, and the Skin.- Raising Awareness on the Health Literacy Epidemic.- Domestic Violence, Abuse, and Neglect: Indicators for Dermatology.- Working with Other Healthcare Providers.- The Future of Dermatological Therapy and Preventive Derma-tology.- Wounds, Surgery, and Dermatological Prevention.- Wound Prevention.- Prevention of Surgical Complications.- Prevention of Keloids.

Fields of interestDermatology; Medicine/Public Health, general

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

R. A. Norman, Dermatology Healthcare, Tampa, FL, USA (Ed.)

Preventative Dermatology in Infectious Diseases

The physician’s responsibility continues to increase daily while providing health care in the 21st century; not only in keeping up with the increase of information, but also having to pay more atten-tion to patient compliance. In addition, patients are educated, and often appreciate participation with a provider about treatment and medication choice. Often they have access to the Internet and other medical information and want to make informed choices along with their physician. Preventive Dermatology in Infectious Diseases will convey prevention and medication information to patients and thus help them reap the benefits of participating in their own health care and disease reduction.

Features7 Chapters written by experienced dermatologists and physicians from around the world 7 Deals with a subject of currently increasing interest 7 Information gathered into one comprehensive dermatological text

ContentsPrevention of Drug Reactions and Allergies in Dermatology.- Xerosis and Stasis Dermatitis.- Photoprotection.- Biologics.- Occupational Dermatology.- Diagnosis and Prevention of Bullous Diseases.- Diagnosis and Prevention of Atopic Eczema.- Prevention of Psoriasis.- Sports Dermatology: Prevention.- Prevention of Cosmetic Problems.- Nutrition, Vitamins, and Supplements.- Vaccines for Viral Diseases.- Prevention of Sexu-ally Transmitted Diseases from Office to Globe.- Current Vaccinations in Dermatology.- Prevention of Skin Infections

Fields of interestDermatology; Medicine/Public Health, general

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationContributed volume

Due September 2011

Only available in print

2011. X, 150 p. 22 illus., 17 in color. Softcover

7 approx. € 39,95 | £35.997 approx. * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 57,50ISBN 978-0-85729-852-2

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Type of publicationProfessional book

Due July 2011

Only available in print

2011. X, 150 p. 23 illus., 18 in color. Softcover

7 approx. € 39,95 | £35.997 approx. * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 57,50ISBN 978-0-85729-846-1

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K. Nouri, University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine, Miami, FL, USA (Ed.)

Lasers in Dermatology and Medicine

Laser technology is constantly evolving and progressing. The use of laser therapy is vastly expanding and for this reason a medical book of this magnitude is necessary. Lasers and Light Therapy includes an up-to-date comprehensive look at lasers and light therapy not only in the field of Cutaneous Laser Surgery, but in other medical specialties as well.

Features7 Up-to-date information on laser therapy 7 Comprehensive textbook for all fields of medi-cine that use laser therapy 7 Chapters written by experienced physicians 7 Colorful, easy to read, numerous pictures 7 Overview boxes and summary boxes listing the key points of the entire chapter

From the contentsSection I: Fundamentals of LASER:Laser/Basic Physics of Laser & Laser-Tissue Interactions.-Laser Safety.-Section II: Cutaneous Laser Surgery:Vascular Lesions.-Scars.-Leg Veins.-Pigmented Lesions.-Tattoos.-Hair Removal.-Skin Resurfacing.-Fractional Resurfacing.-Sub-Surfacing Lasers.-Non-Ablative Radiofrequency Devices.-Acne.-Psoriasis, Hypopigmentation & Repigmentation.-Lipolysis/Cellulite.-Intense Pulse Light.-Photodynamic Therapy.-Light Emitted Diodes (LED).-Section III: Miscellaneous: Wound Healing & Wound Care for Laser Treatment.-Wound Stimulation, Keratinocytes, Fibroblasts, Stem Cells, Melanocytes, & Hair Growth.-Skin Cancer.-Ethnic Skin.-Children.-Cooling Systems.-Selection & Education Patients.-Anesthesia.-Complications.-Ethical Issues.-Medicolegal Issues.-Psychological Issues.-Research & Future Direction: SECTION IV: Laser for Other Medical Areas:Ophthalmology.-Dental Procedures.-Otolar-yngology (ENT).-Gynecology.-General Surgery.

Fields of interestDermatology; Ophthalmology; Head and Neck Surgery

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationProfessional book

Available

2011. X, 560 p. 300 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 179,95 | £162.007 approx. * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,94 | sFr 258,00ISBN 978-0-85729-280-3

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C. Poets, University Hospital Tübingen, Germany; P. Koehne, Charite Berlin, Germany; A. Franz, University Hospital Tübingen, Germany (Eds.)

Controversies around treatment of the open duct

The patent ductus arteriosus continues to pose a considerable challenge to clinicians and scientists alike. Why does it close spontaneously in most infants but remain open in others? How best can we select those infants who are most likely to benefit from treatment, i.e. are there echocar-diographic criteria that would help in defining a more selective treatment approach? Would it be better to take an aggressive approach and prescribe prophylactic treatment to all extremely immature infants - and if so, what is the best way to define such a subgroup? Or should we be more restric-tive in defining treatment indications and adopt a ‘wait and see’ policy in most, if not all, premature infants? Finally, are there data to suggest that one of the treatment approaches that are available to close the patent ductus arteriosus is superior to the other? This book deals with these questions and tries to give some answers, based on the evidence currently available. It is intended for neonatolo-gists, pediatric cardiologists and researchers.

Fields of interestMedicine/Public Health, general; Obstetrics/ Perinatology; Pediatrics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

S. Oertelt-Prigione, Institute of Gender in Medicine (GiM), Charite´- Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Germany; V. Regitz-Zagrosek, Charité and Deutsches Herzzentrum Berlin, Berlin, Germany (Eds.)

Sex and Gender Aspects in Clinical Medicine

This book is a concise, easy to read professional text with a focus on practical aspects. All chapters include tables on sex/gender differ-ences in symptoms and management and a series of suggestions to the novice in the field. Chapters are specialty-specific. The focus is not on women’s health, but the presen-tation of differences in clinical symptoms, manage-ment and outcomes in women and men. Gender Medicine strives to employ the knowledge about these differences to improve diagnosis, better understand pathogenesis and advance patient-oriented therapy.

Features7 A concise, easy to read professional text with a focus on practical aspects 7 Takes a top-down view of gender-related clinical issues 7 Wide scope and broad reach makes this a comprehensive primer in the area

Contents1. Gendered Innovations in Biomedicine and Public Health Research.- 2. Sex and Gender in Medical Literature.- 3. Sex and Gender differences in cardiovascular disease.- 4. Sex and Gender Differences in Pulmonary Diseases.- 5. Sex and Gender Differences in Gastroenterology and Hepa-tology.- 6. Sex/Gender Differences in Nephrology.- 7. Sex and Gender Differences in Autoimmune Diseases.- 8. Sex and gender differences in Endocrinology.- 9. Sex and Gender Differences in Haematology.- 10. Sex/Gender Differences in Neurology.- 11. Pharmacokinetics and Pharmaco-dynamics: The role of Sex/Gender

Fields of interestInternal Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

S. Pagoto, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA, USA (Ed.)

Psychological Co-morbidities of Physical IllnessA Behavioral Medicine Perspective

Evidence for the efficacy of behavioral approaches to the treatment and management of physical illness is mounting, as is the evidence for behav-ioral interventions for psychological disorders. A pressing question that remains is how to effectively treat co-morbid physical and psychological illnesses. Diseases co-occur more often than not, and the co-occurrence of physical and psycholog-ical illnesses is associated with greater impairment and healthcare costs. Unfortunately, the treatment literature has traditionally been disease-specific, with fewer insights and discoveries regarding the underlying processes of co-morbid physical and psychological illnesses, and even fewer of approaches to treatment.Research on co-morbid-ities between physical and psychological illnesses has focused primarily on depression. Quite extensive literatures describe the negative impact of depression on type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, obesity, pain, and other physical illnesses. More recently, higher rates of physical illness have been documented in individuals with bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and impulse control disorders.

Features7 First book to address psychological and medical co-morbidities from a behavioral medicine perspective 7 Information on assessment, treat-ment outcome, and treatment decision consider-ations relevant to clinicians and researchers 7 Emphasis on evidence-based behavioral practice

From the contentsObesity.- Diabetes.- HIV Infection.- Smoking.- Addictive Disorders.- Cardiovascular Disease.- Irritable Bowel Syndrome.- Cancer.- Asthma.- Autoimmune Disorders.- Developmental Disabilities.- Neurological Disorders.- Kidney Disease.

Fields of interestPublic Health/Gesundheitswesen; Health Psychology; Clinical Psychology

Target groupsResearch

Type of publicationMonograph

Due June 2011

2011. Approx. 200 p. 70 illus. in color. Softcover

7 € 34,95 | £31.997 * € (D) 37,40 | € (A) 38,45 | sFr 50,50ISBN 978-3-642-20622-1

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due October 2011

2012. X, 156 p. 29 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 99,95 | £90.007 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 143,50ISBN 978-0-85729-831-7

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due October 2011

2011. 500 p. 3 illus. Hardcover

7 approx. € 129,95 | £113.007 approx. * € (D) 139,05 | € (A) 142,94 | sFr 179,50ISBN 978-1-4419-0030-2

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V. Price, University of California, San Francisco, CA, USA; P. Mirmirani, The Permanente Medical Group, Vallejo, CA , USA (Eds.)

Cicatricial AlopeciaAn Approach to Diagnosis and Management

This is the first and only book on the diagnosis and treatment of cicatricial alopecia, written by leading experts in the field. This highly illustrated and practical text helps residents and practicing dermatologists to accurately diagnose and treat the scarring alopecias.

Features7 The first and only book devoted to the diagnosis and management of the primary cicatricial (scar-ring) alopecias 7 Practical, to-the-point, and profusely illustrated 7 In each chapter: multiple clinical photographs, a clinical scenario, diagnostic clues, general discussion, pearls, and suggested readings 7 Medical management includes guide to drugs and their side effects and common chal-lenges in clinical management 7 Dermatopa-thology underscores the pivotal role of biopsy in diagnosis and treatmentPatient narratives provide special insight into living with the disease

Contents1. Introduction - 2. Clinical Assessment of the Patient - 3. Dermatopathology - 4. Medical Management - 5. Mechanisms and Current Research - 6. Predominantly Lymphocytic Group - 7. Predominantly Neutrophilic Group - 8. Mixed Group - 9. End Stage Non-specific Group - 10. Personal Experiences of Six Patients

Fields of interestDermatology; General Practice / Family Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

R. B. Shah, Caris Life Sciences, Irving, TX, USA; M. Zhou, Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA

Prostate Biopsy Interpretation: An Illustrated Guide

This book covers all the practical issues related to the interpretation of prostatic biopsies in day-to-day practice, including: biopsy sampling and processing; the diagnosis of limited cancer; differ-entiation of prostate cancers from benign lesions and recognition of histologic variants; the recogni-tion and clinical significance of “atypical” diag-noses and HGPIN; the identification of recently described entities; the contemporary approach to Gleason grading; the utility of immunohistochem-ical markers and emerging molecular markers; and the reporting of prostate biopsies. Algorithms, flow charts, and tables are used throughout to simulate the thought and decision-making process upon encountering common clinical scenarios during sign-out of prostate biopsy. The book is richly illustrated with carefully selected, high-quality color images and will appeal especially to prac-ticing surgical pathologists as well as pathology residents and fellows in training.

Features7 Covers all practical issues related to the inter-pretation of prostatic biopsies 7 Simulates the thought and decision-making process in response to common scenarios 7 Contains a wealth of carefully selected, high-quality color images

From the contentsAnatomy and Normal Histology of the Prostate Pertinent to Biopsy Practice.- Prostate Needle Biopsy Sampling Techniques: Impact on Patho-logical Diagnosis.- Diagnosis of Limited Cancer in Prostate Biopsy.- Immunohistochemistry in Pros-tate Biopsy Evaluation.- Contemporary Approach to Gleason Grading of Prostate Cancer.- Histologic Variants of Prostate Carcinoma.- Benign Mimics of Prostate Carcinoma.- Atypical Cribriform Lesions in Prostate Biopsy: Relationship to Prostate Carcinoma, Differential Diagnosis, and Emerging Concepts of Intraductal Carcinoma of the Prostate.

Fields of interestPathology; Urology/Andrology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationProfessional book

Due June 2011

2011. XIII, 89 p. 96 illus., 95 in color. Hardcover

7 € 99,95 | £90.007 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 143,50ISBN 978-1-4419-8398-5

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Type of publicationAtlas

Due September 2011

2012. 300 p. 199 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 104,95 | £93.007 approx. * € (D) 112,30 | € (A) 115,45 | sFr 148,00ISBN 978-3-642-21368-7

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M. A. Shiffman, Tustin, CA, USA; A. Di Giuseppe, University of Ancona, Italy (Eds.)

Cosmetic SurgeryArt and Techniques

Cosmetic Surgery: Art and Techniques is an atlas of general cosmetic surgery that provides precise step-by-step descriptions of the full range of tech-niques, supported by photographs and illustrations of the highest standard. The book is comprehen-sive in its scope, covering the diverse procedures performed on the head and neck, breast, abdomen, buttocks, and extremities as well as other tech-niques such as labioplasty, penile enhancement, and total body lift. Risks and complications are fully explained, with clear advice on how to avoid and to treat them. All of the contributors are internationally recognized experts with extensive knowledge of their subject. This book will be of value to beginners, and experienced practitio-ners in not only cosmetic surgery but also plastic surgery, general surgery, oral maxillofacial surgery, neurosurgery, dermatology, otolaryngology, and ophthalmology.

Features7 A true atlas of general cosmetic surgery 7 Covers the full range of techniques in a clear step-by-step format 7 Includes a wealth of high-quality photographs and illustrations 7 Clearly explains risks and complications and how to avoid and treat them

From the ContentsANATOMY. -ANESTHESIA. -HEAD AND NECK. -Chemical Face Peeling. -Facial Rejuvenation with the Ultrapulse Laser. -Blepharoplasty. -Rhino-plasty. -Otoplasty. -Brow Lift: Mid. -Forehead Standard Facelift. -Short-Scar Pursestring Facelift. -Modified Facelift. -Subperiosteal Facelift. -Suture Facelift. -Facial Implants. -Fat Transfer to Face. -BREAST. -ABDOMEN. - Abdominoplasty. -Horseshoe Abdominoplasty. -Mini Abdomino-plasty. -Abdominal Liposuction. -EXTREMITIES AND BUTTOCKS. - Brachioplasty. -Circumferen-tial Para-Axillary Liposuction Of Arms.

Fields of interestPlastic Surgery; Dermatology; Oral and Maxillofa-cial Surgery

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationProfessional book

Due October 2011

2012. 700 p. 800 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 179,95 | £162.007 approx. * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,94 | sFr 258,00ISBN 978-3-642-21836-1

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P. Slinger, MD, FRCPC, University of Toronto, ON, Canada (Ed.)

Principles and Practice of Anesthesia for Thoracic Surgery

Principles and Practice of Anesthesia for Thoracic Surgery will serve as an updated comprehensive review covering not only the recent advances, but also topics that haven’t been covered in previ-ously published texts: extracorporeal ventila-tory support, new advances in chest imaging modalities, lung isolation with a difficult airway, pulmonary thrombo-endarterectomy, and chronic post-thoracotomy pain. Additionally, the book features clinical case discussions at the end of each clinical chapter as well as tables comprising detailed anesthetic management.

Features7 The most up-to-date text of thoracic anes-thesia on the market 7 Renowned world experts cover leading edge topics and advances not addressed in other volumes, including extracor-poreal ventilatory support, new chest imaging modalities, lung isolation with a difficult airway, pulmonary thrombo-endarterectomy, chronic post-thoracotomy pain, management of one-lung anesthesia, lung isolation, lung transplantation, and pharmacologic therapy of pulmonary hypertension 7 Chapters open with summary of “Key Points” covered and end with clinical case discussions that allow readers to compare their solution with the chapter authors’

Fields of interestAnesthesiology; Thoracic Surgery; Intensive / Critical Care Medicine

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

A. K. Singh, M. H. Sayegh, A. Chandraker, Renal Division, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA (Eds.)

Core Concepts in Renal Transplantation

Though kidney transplantation is considered a routine procedure, there are still significant challenges in post-transplant management. Core Concepts in Renal Transplantation is a clinically focused authoritative guide to the management of kidney transplantation.  This comprehensive, state-of-the-art reference summarizes the recent changes in the field of transplantation, offering the complete range of up-to-date information on all the various aspects of basic immunobiology and the medical care of the transplant recip-ient.  Written by a team of renowned authorities in renal transplantation, this concise resource is intended for both the nephrologist and the non-specialist with an interest in kidney transplanta-tion.

Features7 Well Illustrated Concise 7 Written by leading authorities in the field

ContentsTransplantation Immunobiology.- Basic Histocom-patibility Testing Methods.- Medical Evaluation of the Living Kidney Donor.- Evaluation of Renal Transplant Candidates.- Surgical Management of the Renal Transplant Recipient.- Overview of Immunosuppressive Therapies in Renal Trans-plantation.- Allograft Dysfunction: Diagnosis and Management.- Approach to Medical Complica-tions after Kidney Transplantation.- Infectious Complications in Renal Transplant Recipients.- Recurrent and De-Novo Glomerulonephritis after Kidney Transplantation.

Fields of interestNephrology; Transplant Surgery; Surgery

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

M. Sinjab, Al Zahra Eye Center, Damascus, Syrian Arab. Rep.

Quick Guide to the Management of KeratoconusA Systematic Step-by-Step Approach

This book, designed for ophthalmologists and particularly for refractive surgeons, aims to develop practical and clinical skills in readers so that they are able to make the right deci-sions in managing keratoconus. There are four main chapters. The first is devoted to diagnosis and describes the clinical signs, the appearances on microscopy, and the significance of corneal hysteresis and corneal topography. Classifications and patterns of keratoconus are then presented, and the author offers his own new classification of topographic patterns. The third chapter addresses the management of the disease in detail. Both non-interventional and interventional approaches are discussed with due attention to contraindications and complications. In addition, a novel classifica-tion of management parameters is suggested, and a systematic approach to management, formulated. In the final chapter this approach is applied to nine cases that serve as clinical examples.

Features7 Handy reference, ideal for use in daily practice-Covers all aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of keratoconus 7 Offers a new topographic classification of the disease, and suggests a novel systematic approach to management 7 Contains more than 100 high-quality, informative illustra-tions 7 Includes nine selected cases that promote skill development

ContentsIntroduction.- Diagnosis of Keratoconus.- Classifi-cations and Pattern of Keratoconus and Keratec-tasia.- Management of Keratoconus.- Case Studies.

Field of interestOphthalmology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationProfessional book

Due July 2011

2011. XIX, 732 p. 365 illus., 221 in color. Hardcover

7 € 139,95 | £126.007 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-1-4419-0183-5

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Type of publicationContributed volume

Due August 2011

2011. 200 p. 23 illus., 15 in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 139,95 | £126.507 approx. * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-1-4614-0007-3

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Type of publicationMonograph

Due September 2011

2012. 150 p. 150 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 approx. € 99,95 | £90.007 approx. * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 143,50ISBN 978-3-642-21839-2

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H. M. Tabery, Malmö University Hospital UMAS, Malmö, Sweden

Adenovirus Epithelial Keratitis and Thygeson’s Superficial Punctate KeratitisIn Vivo Morphology in the Human Cornea

Despite differences in frequency, causation, and infectivity, adenovirus epithelial keratitis and Thygeson’s superficial punctate keratitis (TSPK) are often confused in clinical practice owing to the similarity between adenovirus epithelial infiltrates and ‘coarse’ epithelial TPSK lesions. This book presents the morphological features, dynamics, and sequelae of adenovirus and Thygeson’s keratitides captured at high magnification in the living human cornea. It thereby fills the existing void between conventional photographs and slit-lamp observa-tions. Case reports demonstrate the importance of patient history in differential diagnosis, illustrate the need for familiarity with early disease manifes-tations, and assist in the diagnosis of rare variants of TSPK. Furthermore, the detailed observations on the natural course of the diseases ensure that the book will serve not only as a diagnostic tool but also as a reference when evaluating the effects of potential new treatments.

Features7 Shows how to avoid confusion between adeno-virus keratitis, herpes simplex infections, and Thygeson's keratitis 7 Contains superb images that capture morphological details of the in vivo epithelial changes in the human cornea, facilitating differential diagnosis 7 Presents sequential observations that help in understanding the mech-anisms underlying the morphological changes

From the contentsAdenovirus Epithelial Keratitis: The Morphology of Adenovirus Epithelial Keratitis.- Adenovirus Type 8 Epithelial Keratitis, Accompanying Signs and Sequelae.- Adenovirus Epithelial Keratitis Caused by Various Serotypes.- The Development of Subepithelial Infiltrates - a Sequence of Events.

Field of interestOphthalmology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

D. Tichansky, MD, FACS, Associate Professor of Surgery, Director, Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA; J. Morton, MD, MPH, Associate Professor, Stanford School of Medicine, Stanford, CA, USA; D. B. Jones, MD, MS, FACS, Professor, Harvard Medical School, Chief, Section of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA, USA (Eds.)

The SAGES Manual of Quality, Outcomes and Patient Safety

SAGES represents a worldwide community of surgeons that can bring minimal access surgery, endoscopy and emerging techniques to patients in every country.

Features7 A comprehensive review of Quality, Outcomes and Patient 7 Safety written by leading experts in the field 7 Provides comprehensive analysis on key safety practices 7 Demonstrates pearls and pitfalls within patient safety.

Fields of interestMedicine/Public Health, general; Surgery; Abdominal Surgery

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationMonograph

Due September 2011

2012. 100 p. 148 illus. in color. Hardcover

7 € 99,95 | £90.007 * € (D) 106,95 | € (A) 109,95 | sFr 143,50ISBN 978-3-642-21633-6

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Type of publicationManual

Due November 2011

2012. 600 p. 38 illus., 28 in color. Softcover

7 approx. € 59,95 | £53.997 approx. * € (D) 64,15 | € (A) 65,95 | sFr 85,00ISBN 978-1-4419-7900-1

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G. C. Velmahos, Harvard University, Boston, MA, USA; E. Degiannis, University of Witwatersrand, Johan-nesburg, South Africa; D. Doll, University of Marburg, Germany (Eds.)

Penetrating TraumaA Practical Guide on Operative Technique and Peri-Operative Management

Surgery needs skill. Skill needs knowledge. Knowl-edge of tricks, moves, and tools. This book is about such knowledge. Expert authors have contributed technical pearls, gained by years of experience. The short “how-I-do-it” chapters offer the reader a quick and effective guide that will be invaluable when addressing any penetrating injury. The book is not intended to serve as a comprehen-sive volume of pathophysiology and management in trauma; rather the goal is to provide practical solutions on how to treat injuries surgically. It describes the steps that you must take when, in the middle of the night, confronted with devastating bleeding, you will have only one chance to save a life!

Features7 The first practical handbook on penetrating trauma surgery 7 Focus on strategic thinking that may save your patient’s life 7 Provides prac-tical advice and guidance 7 Offers you questions for rapid self-assessment

ContentsPrehospital care, diagnostic tools and resuscita-tion strategies.- Surgical strategies in Penetrating Trauma to Head, Face, and Neck.- Surgical Strate-gies in Penetrating Trauma to the Chest.- Surgical Strategies in Penetrating Trauma to the Abdomen and Pelvis.- Surgical strategies in Penetrating Trauma and Orthopedic Injuries.- Peripheral Arte-rial Injuries.- Other topics.

Fields of interestTraumatic Surgery; Plastic Surgery; Surgical Orthopedics

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationContributed volume

Due October 2011

2012. 568 p. 292 illus., 94 in color. Hardcover

7 € 179,95 | £162.007 * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,94 | sFr 258,00ISBN 978-3-642-20452-4

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J. Zhang, A. Colohan, Loma Linda University, CA, USA (Eds.)

Intracerebral Hemorrhage ResearchFrom Bench to Bedside

The volume includes 75 papers which were presented at the Third International Conference on Intracerebral Hemorrhage, held in Rancho Mirage, California, in March 2010. The topics treated include animal models, pathophysiology of cerebral hemorrhage, experimental treatment for cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral hemorrhage clinical manifestations, prognosis of cerebral hemorrhage, and clinical management. The articles represent the recent advances in hemorrhagic brain injury research presented by highly respected laboratories around the world.

Fields of interestNeurosurgery; Neurology

Target groupsResearch

Type of publicationContributed volume

Due July 2011

2011. XV, 453 p. 146 illus., 8 in color. (Acta Neurochirurgica Supplementum, Supplement 111) Hardcover

7 approx. € 179,95 | £162.007 approx. * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,95 | sFr 279,50ISBN 978-3-7091-0692-1

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