This text provides essential guidelines for infection control in the dental setting, detailing risks to staff and patients from exposure to blood or body fluids. It discusses common oral infections such as periodontal disease and caries ailment, emphasizing the necessity of cleaning and disinfecting non-disposable items, proper use of protective clothing (gloves, covers, outfits, and eyewear), and adherence to Universal or Standard Infection Control Precautions for all patients, regardless of medical history. Topics covered include Hepatitis, Herpes viruses, and cross-transmission in dentistry.
Guidance on implementing and maintaining effective infection control protocols and standards specifically designed for dental teams and clinical practice environments.
A comprehensive guide detailing protocols, procedures, and best practices for preventing the spread of infectious agents and safely handling, storing, and disposing of hazardous chemical and biological materials in healthcare and clinical settings.
A self-assessment book covering key areas of general internal medicine, including clinical decision-making, therapeutics, genetics, immunology, epidemiology, infectious disease, poisoning, environmental medicine, acute medicine, and critical illness.
A quick reference atlas detailing orthopaedic procedures across multiple subspecialties, including Sports Medicine, Shoulder and Elbow, Hand and Wrist, Adult Reconstruction, Trauma, Foot and Ankle, Spine, and Pediatrics.
Explores the concept of “Interface Oral Health Science,” analyzing how normal oral function is maintained through harmony between three biological and biomechanical systems: the structure of the mouth (including teeth, mucous membrane, bones, and muscles), and microorganisms in the mouth.
This monograph, edited by Massimo Carlini, provides comprehensive updates on the diagnosis and treatment of abdominal neuroendocrine tumors, a rare and heterogeneous class of neoplasms.
A comprehensive analysis of therapeutic ultrasound, particularly Low-Intensity Pulsed Ultrasound (LIPUS), and its applications in dentofacial repair, regeneration, and tissue engineering. Covers acoustic description, mechanical action, mechanisms, and specific applications for bone healing, skeletal muscles, and periodontal tissue.
A focused analysis of coagulopathy, detailing the pathophysiology related to decreased activity in the intrinsic and extrinsic coagulation pathways. Content covers causes, including hemophilia (A and B), Von Willebrand Disease (Type 1 and 3), heparin coagulopathy, acquired factor inhibitors, and vitamin K deficiency, along with diagnostic and comprehensive treatment protocols for these bleeding disorders.
To provide evidence-based recommendations regarding the diagnosis and management of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) to endocrinologists, primary care clinicians, health care professionals, and other stakeholders.
A detailed summary of guidelines for managing patients exposed to potential nuclear or radiological incidents. It outlines four major types of resulting injuries (blast, thermal, radiation, psychological), crucial safety protocols for medical personnel (ALARA principle: Time, Distance, Shielding; PPE usage), and control zone creation (Hot, Warm, Cold Zones). The core of the guideline covers a comprehensive triage system (Red, Yellow, Green, Black) based on trauma severity, burn extent, estimated dose, and symptoms of Acute Radiation Syndrome (ARS). Initial decontamination procedures are also detailed.
Detailed clinical notes covering the pathophysiology (Virchow's Triad) and clinical approach to hypercoagulable states. Topics include inherited causes such as Factor V Leiden, Prothrombin Gene Mutation, and Protein C/S deficiency, as well as the diagnostic and treatment pathways for thrombosis.
This textbook provides state-of-the-art information on the medical and surgical management of chronic rhinosinusitis. The focus is to offer practicing otolaryngologists and trainees practical knowledge to optimize patient care and streamline clinical care pathways.
