This journal article addresses ten common misconceptions or 'false beliefs' held in the field of neurocritical care. Topics covered include the necessity of integrating neurointensive care into all ICU settings, the challenges and importance of clinical neurological examination, the controversial use and interpretation of intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring in conditions like traumatic brain injury (TBI), and the appropriate therapeutic thresholds for treating elevated ICP.
A comprehensive question and answer resource arranged for preparation in Nephrology, covering topics such as renal transplantation, glomerulonephritis (e.g., Anti-GBM disease), and complex systemic kidney disorders.
Written by a pioneering leader in the development of vitreoretinal surgical techniques and instruments, Vitreous Microsurgery is a comprehensive how-to guide to all vitreoretinal procedures. This thoroughly updated Fifth Edition describes many new techniques and refinements of established procedures and includes new chapters and new illustrations. More than 170 three-dimensional full-color illustrations—many by the Charles Retina Institute’s resident medical artist, Byron Wood—enable surgeons to clearly visualize the techniques. The focus of the text is on the decision making process a surgeon goes through in evaluating the best course of treatment for his/her patient undergoing vitreous surgery. The book describes in detail clinically proven methods of managing the anterior and posterior segment vitreous surgery patient in a systematic manner. The text is organized in a building block approach with general methodology preceding its application to specific disease states. The book stresses algorithms for intra-operative decision making, relying on knowledge of physical principles and performed in the order of ascending risk. A companion website included with purchase offers the fully searchable text and an online image bank
A comprehensive analysis of corneal biomechanics and its critical role in various refractive surgery techniques, including incisional surgery, subtractive surgery (ALK to LASIK), and additive surgery (Intracorneal Rings).
An article discussing the pathological classification of liver steatosis (fatty liver) and its status as a recognized disease, published in the Journal of Hepatology.
Revised and expanded for the third edition, this book serves as both a guide for starting an ENT job and a tried and tested revision guide for the MRCS (ENT) Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE). Written by ENT specialists, it features a step-by-step approach, over 120 color images, and covers recent changes to the examination. It is essential reading for exam candidates, trainees, GPs, junior doctors, and medical students.
Provides a brief introduction to Florence Nightingale, her accomplishments, and her impact on history. She changed the way nurses care for the sick and injured, and the way hospitals are run.
Guidance on implementing and maintaining effective infection control protocols and standards specifically designed for dental teams and clinical practice environments.
A dedicated textbook focusing on the surgical management and treatment of breast cancer, intended for surgical oncologists and related medical professionals.
A high-yield resource designed for junior ophthalmology residents preparing for basic examinations like Board and FRCS Part 1 Exams. It consolidates essential ophthalmic data, covering basic anatomy, physiology, and pathology of eye structures across 21 chapters, and includes foundational knowledge in embryology, genetics, pharmacology, pathology, and microbiology.
A comprehensive practical handbook designed for clinicians covering the essential steps in diagnosing, treating, and managing patient follow-up protocols for various medical conditions.
A comprehensive textbook detailing diagnosis and treatment protocols for orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic issues. The work includes extensive contributions from leading experts and features 1260 illustrations supporting clinical methodology.
