A technical guide detailing the technique of electrical cardioversion/defibrillation (sốc điện). It addresses the serious nature of sudden cardiac death, defines the procedure, lists primary indications (like ventricular fibrillation and unstable tachycardias), contraindications (atrial thrombus), and essential steps for patient preparation.
A concise review guide structured for USMLE Step 1 preparation. It covers high-yield behavioral science topics, starting with foundational concepts in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, including definitions of incidence and prevalence rates.
A practical and comprehensive pocket guide covering core knowledge, common conditions, surgical procedures, and emergency management in urology, ideal for trainees and junior doctors in the clinical setting.
A comprehensive study guide targeted at nurses and health professionals covering essential knowledge and clinical practice in the field of ophthalmology. This revised edition incorporates updates in medical knowledge and safety precautions relevant to the specialty.
An enduring educational material provided by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) as part of the BCSC series. This volume is designed to increase ophthalmic knowledge through study and review and offers continuing medical education (CME) credit for physicians.
Comprehensive textbook covering the etiology, presentation, and differential diagnosis of common and rare respiratory conditions, suitable for residents and practicing physicians.
A comprehensive question bank and revision guide covering core geriatric medicine topics and guidelines, specifically designed for candidates preparing for the MRCP Part 1 examination. It features multiple-choice questions, detailed answers, and references to current clinical guidelines, focusing on topics like the assessment and management of Alzheimer's disease.
A practical quick reference guide and management approach to interpreting common and complex ECG findings, including arrhythmias (such as AFib, SVT, VT), heart blocks, electrolyte abnormalities (hyper/hypokalemia and calcemia), and critical conditions like STEMI and Pulmonary Embolism, tailored specifically for Family Medicine Residents.
This book serves as a comprehensive guide for Trabectome surgery, a type of Micro-Incisional Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), aimed at both novice and highly experienced anterior segment surgeons. It provides a '360 perspective' covering everything from pre-operative planning and intra-operative techniques to postoperative management. A major focus is on detailed patient selection criteria, including identifying patients who are both appropriate and inappropriate for the procedure.
The fifth edition has been largely rewritten to include the many important advances and controversies in the past six years. This book integrates the essentials of renal and electrolyte physiology with the common clinical disorders of acid-base and electrolyte balance. Its underlying premise is that these clinical disturbances are best approached from an understanding of basic physiologic principles. The initial chapters review normal renal function, hormonal effects, and the regulation of volume, water, acid-base, and potassium balance, serving as foundational material for both clinicians and first-year medical students.
This volume explores the latest research and developments concerning oral biofilms, the complex communities of microorganisms (such as dental plaque) and their roles in both detrimental and beneficial reactions, connecting microbiology and chronic bacterial infections relevant to dental health.