Essentials Of Human Disease

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5 Stars! Doody's Review Service (1st Edition - Perfect Score of 100) "...jam-packed with concise and well-written information." Every new copy of the Second Edition includes access to the Companion Website.

Revised and updated with the latest data in the field, Essentials of Human Disease, Second Edition is a consolidated and modified version of the very successful An Introduction to Human Disease, now in its Ninth Edition.

This book is designed for students who have limited time to master basic disease concepts. It covers the essential structural and functional characteristics of common and important diseases, as well as the principles of diagnosis and treatment.

The book is organized into two main sections. The first section deals with general concepts and with diseases affecting the body as a whole. The second section considers the various organ systems and their diseases.

Each chapter begins with learning objectives, followed by a brief review of the anatomy and physiology of the organ system discussed, then a systematic survey of the pathology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, and principles of treatment of the diseases covered.

Neuropathology: A Reference Text of CNS Pathology, 3e

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Solve your toughest neurodiagnostic challenges with Neuropathology, 3rd Edition - the most information-packed, extensively illustrated neuropathology reference available!

An expert author team presents more than 3,000 high-quality images  nearly all in full color - to provide unmatched visual guidance on the microscopic and gross pathologic presentation of a full range of neurologic diseases.

• Diagnose with confidence by consulting the most extensive published image collection in neuropathology, which includes an exceptional number of gross pathology images, a feature poorly represented in other texts.
• Understand the most recent developments in neurologic diseases and quickly identify important variants and outliers.
• Meet the needs of an aging population with expanded coverage of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, motor neuron disorders, and prion diseases, as well as conditions such as multiple sclerosis.
• Apply the latest knowledge on molecular genetics and the growing role of genetic testing.
• Make optimal use of today's functional imaging techniques with new information on PET, fMRI, and SPECT.
• Stay current with the newest diagnostic protocols and guidelines as endorsed by professional societies and national bodies, the most recent WHO classification of central nervous system diseases, and checklists for the handling and diagnosis of CNS tumors and tumor-like lesions.
• Get outstanding visual guidance with new full-color images, and new and updated drawings that clarify complex entities and concepts. 

Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist

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This is a primary course textbook providing a comprehensive and easy-to-understand presentation of periodontics for dental hygiene students. The text focuses on the hygienist's role in periodontal therapy and makes effective use of an instructional design that facilitates teaching and learning the material without watering it down.

Rather than traditional narrative, the author uses a detailed outline format to present content, making the information easier to read, understand, and reference. The author also integrates an evidence-based approach, which is increasingly important in the field of dental hygiene.

Pocket Atlas of Oral Diseases

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The book has been improved further with 100 additional color plates and 31 new topics, previous illustrations replaced and updated with new color plates, and some text modifications where appropriate.

The book is truly white coat pocket size, but nevertheless reflects the advances and phenomenal progress that have been made in the biosciences and therapeutics in its diagnosis and treatment suggestions for the myriad cases therein.

Although small in size, this book must be one of the most profusely illustrated pocket works referencing stomatological diseases that is currently available worldwide. This reviewer is amazed at the detailed and comprehensive nature of the cases described, the quality clinical photographs and what is certainly an incredible breadth of specialty practice by the author to deliver these.

Professor Laskaris is to be commended for producing this [book]. It is a superb reference work of invaluable practical use to any clinician involved in the oral cavity. It suits well a pan professional application at whatever stage of undergraduate and postgraduate career and deserves well to be a standard text for many clinical situations. 

Herpes is a Biological Conflict

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The 5 Biological Laws represent a change in the understanding of what is commonly called a disease. Through his studies, Dr. Hamer, came to the conclusion that the disease processes are not "errors of nature" but rather Significant Biological Programs of Nature stemming from sudden and dramatic events.

General Practice at a Glance

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Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format, this brand new title provides a highly illustrated introduction to the full range of essential primary care presentations, grouped by system, so you’ll know exactly where to find the information you need, and be perfectly equipped to make the most of your GP attachment.

General Practice at a Glance:

• Is comprehensively illustrated throughout with over 60 full-page colour illustrations
• Takes a symptoms-based approach which mirrors the general practice curriculum
• Offers ‘one-stop’ coverage of musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, nervous, reproductive, urinary, endocrine and digestive presentations
• Highlights the interrelations between primary and secondary care
• Includes sample questions to ask during history taking and examination
• Features ‘red flags’ to highlight symptoms or signs which must not be missed
• This accessible introduction and revision aid will help all medical students and junior doctors develop an understanding of the nature and structure of primary care, and hit the ground running on the general practice attachment.

Veterinary Periodontology

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Veterinary Periodontology is a comprehensive yet user-friendly reference on periodontal disease in dogs and cats, encompassing etiology, pathogenesis, and clinical features.

Emphasizing clinical management of this common dental disease, this book covers basic as well as advanced treatments, offering practical instruction on therapeutic procedures.

Veterinary Periodontology builds on existing human-based knowledge to provide veterinary-specific information on the periodontal disease process, therapies, patient management, and instrumentation.

The book presents detailed information in an accessible format, including numerous step-by-step procedures for use in the clinic. Full-color images aid in comprehension. Veterinary Periodontology is beneficial for anyone who practices veterinary dentistry, including specialists, general practitioners, students, and technicians.

Comprehensive Pharmacology for Clinical Dentistry

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Comprehensive Pharmacology for Clinical Dentistry is a unique collection of therapeutic drugs relevant to Dentistry. Salient features include: An “Introduction to pharmacology” that contains necessary information regarding General Pharmacology important for Dental students. “Therapeutic Drugs Classification” that contains Classes of Drugs, which are important for Dental Students and Dental Practitioners.

Special feature of ‘Dental consideration’ has been added at the end of most chapters so, that Dental Students must know how to deal with a patient using that particular Drug, during dental procedures in his office.  And “Pharmacology in Dental Practice”, contains information regarding Drugs that are directly used by Dentist in his office. 

Oral Pathology Clinical Pathologic Correlations, 6e

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Covering pathologic conditions by clinical appearance, Oral Pathology: Clinical Pathologic Correlations, 6th Edition uses an atlas-style format to help you identify, diagnose, and plan treatment for oral disease presentations.

Two-page spreads include clinical photos of common conditions on one side while the facing page lists the central features, causes, and significance of each specific disease.

Each chapter is organized by clinical appearance, such as white lesions, red-blue lesions, and cysts of the jaws and neck, and includes full-color photomicrographs and clinical photos to help you identify pathologic elements.

This edition adds new coverage of oral cancer and new cone beam CT, regular CT, and MRI images. Expert authors Joseph Regezi, James Sciubba, and Richard Jordan provide a quick reference thatÕs ideal for the lab, NBDE review, or chairside use.

Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

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Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a comprehensive, procedures-based resource for technicians and nurses involved with all aspects of canine, feline, and exotic animal dentistry.

Heavily illustrated and clinically oriented, this training manual provides step-by-step instructions on the oral exam, anesthesia, cleaning and radiology, as well as the necessary background on dental anatomy, common diseases and terminology.

Fully authored by Veterinary Technician Specialists in Dentistry, the book covers all aspects of veterinary dentistry that a technician will encounter in daily practice, with a special emphasis on the technician’s role relative to dental procedures.

With extensive full-color pictures, review questions and glossary terms, Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is equally useful for veterinary technician or nursing students, technicians or nurses in practice, and those pursuing their specialty certification in veterinary dentistry.