A study guide accompanying the American Psychiatric Press Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry, focusing on the basic science of aging, physiological considerations, neuroanatomy, genetics, psychological aspects of normal aging, socioeconomic factors, epidemiology, diagnostic interviews, laboratory workups, and psychiatric disorders in late life.
A case-based textbook focusing on the mental health problems and substance use disorders prevalent in the aging population (age 65 and older). It addresses the increasing need for specialists in the subspecialty of geriatric psychiatry due to demographic changes.
This book focuses on the detection and treatment of depression in the elderly, addressing the increasing demographic importance of the aging population.
A comprehensive textbook for trainee doctors and young surgeons, introducing orthopaedic surgery and trauma, specifically tailored to the unique clinical presentation of orthopaedic problems encountered in developing countries.
Detailed medical analysis of Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM), including its definition and the four types according to the Wellcome classification (simple underweight, Marasmus, Kwashiorkor, and Marasmus Kwashiorkor). Provides in-depth coverage of Kwashiorkor (KWO), outlining its definition, causes (improper weaning, infections, poverty), pathophysiology related to protein deficiency (leading to edema, fatty liver, growth retardation), and essential clinical features (generalized edema, muscle wasting, mental changes).
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Authors: E. Jane Marshall
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Known for its clear presentation style, single-author...
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Authors: Valerie I. Leek
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As medical imaging plays an increasingly important...
A comprehensive textbook covering fundamental and advanced topics in diagnostic radiology and various medical imaging modalities, including Nuclear Medicine, MRI, CT, Ultrasound, Cardiac Radiology, and Neuroradiology.
Comprehensive fundamentals covering basic surgical principles, sterilization, pain management (local and general anesthesia), detailed surgical approaches to the face and jaw, management of hemorrhage and shock, wound care (drainage and suturing), advanced techniques (electrocautery and lasers), and introductory minor oral surgery procedures like exodontia.
A comprehensive handbook detailing techniques, indications, patient preparation, and safety protocols for common and specialized diagnostic and interventional radiological procedures.
A guide on using a pen light for ophthalmological examination of the anterior segment, covering techniques for illumination, corneal light reflex, pupil assessment (PERRLA, RAPD), assessment of AC depth (Lateral Pen Light Test), and detailed methods for measuring Margin Reflex Distance (MRD1, MRD2, MRD3) used for diagnosing ptosis and retraction.
