- A Pocket Guide to the Ear (2000; 1st Edition)Show details
Diseases of the ear make up a large part of primary practice and can be challenging to diagnose and treat, especially for clinicians whose knowledge and expertise in otology may be limited. Concise and easy-to-read, here is your guide to almost everything that can go wrong with the ears - a brief clinical encyclopedia of ear disease.
This book is based on the author's more than 25 years experience in a thriving ENT practice, and covers everything from proper equipment and examination methods, to anatomy and disorders of each region of the ear. The clear and succinct text is packed with valuable tools you can utilize in daily practice, and cuts through to important truths about ear symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment - information that is not always taught in medical training programs.
This title is part of Thieme's acclaimed Flexibook series of clinical and basic science pocket guidebooks, which are sold worldwide and have been translated into more than 20 languages.
Key features of this pocket reference:
Comprehensive: complete and sound advice on nearly every common and rare ear disease seen by primary care physicians
Concise: key facts communicated in 145 pages
Easy-to-read: bold print stresses diagnostic and treatment concepts, and highlighted text emphasizes summary paragraphs and clinically important points
Beautifully produced: over 40 full-color photographs and illustrations
Practical: includes a comprehensive glossary of terms as well as a top ten list of common clinical misjudgments and how to avoid themDesigned to be read from cover to cover, or as a reference when needed, this 145-page book is an essential professional tool - especially at a time when well-trained gatekeepers are crucial to high-quality healthcare. Here is the pocket guide anyone who treats or diagnoses ears and hearing - primary care physicians, family practitioners, pediatricians, otolaryngologists, audiologists, and more - needs to have at their disposal. Residents and students rotating through ENT will be amazed at the wealth of information provided in such a succinct text.
- Advanced Concepts in Surgical Research (2012; 1st Edition)Show details
Advanced Concepts in Surgical Research is a practical, reader-friendly guide to planning, conducting, and evaluating solid, evidence-based surgical research that leads to high-quality results. Geared to the investigator who has already mastered basic principles, this book focuses on more advanced topics such as randomized controlled trials, survey design, observational studies, meta analyses, statistical concepts, reporting of data, and much more.
Includes tips and insights from experienced surgical researchers on how to conduct an effective clinical study and avoid pitfalls
Supplies hard-to-find information on current topics such as randomization systems and technology and publication bias
Provides standardized, easy-to-reference text boxes with highlighted key concepts, on-the-spot definitions of terminology in Jargon Simplified sections, and real-world case examples from the literature
Presents nearly 60 illustrations and tables to help in visualizing key conceptsFilled with proven research methodologies, clinical data, examples, and strategies that can be applied across a wide range of disciplines, Advanced Concepts in Surgical Research illuminates the challenges and solutions of modern day surgical research. It is essential for any clinician undertaking a well-defined, systematic, clinically relevant, and ultimately successful surgical research study.
- Anatomic Basis of Neurologic Diagnosis (2009; 1st Edition)Show details
Anatomic Basis of Neurologic Diagnosis is a lavishly illustrated book that places special emphasis on the paramount importance of signs and symptoms for the accurate diagnosis of neurologic disorders. It opens with a comprehensive review of neuroembryology, enabling readers to gain knowledge of normal nervous system development and related developmental disorders. The second section of the book comprises an easily accessible presentation of the anatomy of regional parts and to-the-point information on the cardinal manifestations of disease. Separate chapters in the third section of the book present the anatomy of different functional systems and provide practical approaches to diagnosing patients with system disorders. A final chapter covers the anatomy of the vascular system and cerebrospinal fluid.
Practical organization of chapters, according to regions and functional systems, reflects the clinician's approach to patient care
Full-color illustrations provide an indispensable visual aid to learning and reviewing clinically relevant neurologic anatomy and pathways
Numerous tables summarize key pointsIdeal for reading cover-to-cover, this book is essential for residents and students seeking to fully understand the complexity of clinical neuroanatomy. Seasoned clinicians will find the book a valuable refresher.
- Basic Otorhinolaryngology: A Step-by-Step Learning Guide (2017; 2nd Edition)Show details
Basic Otorhinolaryngology: A Step-by-Step Learning Guide, Second Edition, is an accessible introduction to the core concepts and potentially complex interrelationships in otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery. The fully revised new edition includes latest developments and up-to-date terminology, up-to-date diagnostic and treatment methods, and succinct overviews of important international consensus documents and position papers in the field. The book presents material in an engaging and user-friendly format, with chapters divided into study units that follow a consistent structure. Readers will also find a wealth of figures, tables, and flowcharts to facilitate quick comprehension of topics.
Completely updated chapters on audiology and vestibular disorders
New or expanded discussion of olfactory mucosa and disturbances, obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, imaging methods, immunotherapy for allergic rhinitis, Aspergillus sinusitis, ear canal cholesteatoma, peripheral nerve paralysis, and much more
More than 600 superb full-color photographs, illustrations, and diagrams-many new or improved for this edition-clarify anatomical, operative, and embryological concepts
Chapters organized into brief study units make learning the material manageable and convenient
Each study unit begins with a starter outlining objectives for the unit and its relationship to other units and the overall scheme
Numerous cross-references to other study units enable rapid navigation to relevant areas
"Knowledge in depth" boxes provide information that goes beyond a basic understanding, such as surgical techniques, historical details, and case examples
"Points of emphasis" throughout call direct attention to the most pertinent factsBasic Otorhinolaryngology: A Step-by-Step Learning Guide, Second Edition, is an essential resource for ENT residents and trainees, residents and trainees in related specialties, and students on rotation. Its breadth of coverage and easy-to-learn format makes the book ideal for course or exam preparation, and will also serve as a useful reference source.
- Clinical Research for Surgeons (2008; 1st Edition)Show details
Clinical Research for Surgeons is a practical guide for understanding, planning, conducting, and evaluating surgical research. It covers the principles of evidence-based surgery and applies these principles to the design of suitable research studies. The reader will come to fully understand important concepts such as case-control study, prospective cohort study, randomized trial, and reliability study. The book provides valuable discussions of the critical appraisal of published clinical studies, allowing the reader to learn how to evaluate the quality of such studies with respect to measuring outcomes and to make effective use of all types of evidence in patient care.
Insights from experienced surgeons and veteran researchers
Easy-to-reference text boxes with Key Concepts, Jargon Simplified, and Examples from the Literature
Coverage of both open and minimally-invasive surgical procedures
50 illustrations demonstrating key pointsThis book is a valuable reference for clinicians and residents in a range of disciplines, including general surgery, orthopedic surgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, urology, neurosurgery, otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, interventional radiology, cardiac surgery.
- Color Atlas of Dermatology (2012; 1st Edition)Show details
Color Atlas of Dermatology is an illustrated guide to the broad spectrum of dermatological pathologies. This easy-to-use book provides a wealth of practical knowledge essential in both daily practice and when planning treatment.
The atlas organizes the main areas of clinical dermatology in a user-friendly format—presenting short, precise descriptions on the left and illustrative images on the right. This text brings you the most practical and comprehensive information. It begins with the basic principles of dermatological practice, followed by a thorough study of each disease accompanied by techniques for diagnoses and treatment. Treatment procedures include surgery, pharmacotherapy, and the physical modalities. The instructive color plates are an invaluable aid in visualizing even the most complex relationships.
Hundreds of detailed images of actual cases, including graphic illustrations of diagnostic and therapeutic pathways
Valuable treatment notes for all common dermatological conditions
All of the current scientific knowledge of dermatology combined with the classic Thieme Flexibook layout with a double-page spreadThe Color Atlas of Dermatology is a handy clinical reference for dermatologists and general practitioners, as well as an excellent review tool for medical students.
- Color Atlas of ENT Diagnosis (2009; 5th Edition)Show details
Returning in a new edition, this popular color atlas is a concise visual guide for the diagnosis of the full range of ENT conditions. Incorporating the latest developments in the field, this edition opens with an overview of examination techniques, providing descriptions of instruments, imaging, and diagnostic tests. Separate sections cover common and uncommon disorders of the ear, nose, pharynx and larynx, and the head and neck. High-quality photographs are complemented by guidelines for the effective diagnosis and treatment of each clinical problem.
Features of the fifth edition:
Expanded discussion of such topics as facial plastic surgery, care for the pediatric patient, and head and neck disorders
More than 660 high-quality full-color photographs and illustrations that demonstrate key conceptsIdeal for medical students and residents in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, this atlas is also a valuable reference for physicians in related specialties.
- Color Atlas of Neurology (2014; 2nd Edition)Show details
A fully revised and updated world-class neurology atlas
The nervous system and musculature are affected in nearly all diseases, making accurate diagnosis of specific neurologic conditions especially challenging. Now in a long awaited second edition, this acclaimed Thieme Flexibook elucidates even the most difficult concepts through its clear, compact text and lavish illustrations. Logically organized, packed with essential information and marked by an unparalleled art program, Color Atlas of Neurology, Second Edition is indispensable in the classroom or clinic.
Covers the entire scope of the field, from anatomy, physiology and structural basics to normal and abnormal nervous system function, neurologic syndromes (e.g., cerebral and spinal disorders, peripheral neuropathies, myopathies) and state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques
Creates didactic, two-page teaching units by placing lucid text opposite exquisite, fully labeled illustrations – ideal for learning and retention
Includes new sections on the limbic system, vasculature of the cerebellum, spinal fluid, neuroimmunology, neurodegeneration, neurotransmitters, botulismus and more
Highlights all signs, symptoms, and neurologic disease patterns for quick recognition and identification of disorders
Provides a comprehensive section of tables for easy access to the most important facts needed in the clinicPerfect as a current review, refresher or clinical reference, Color Atlas of Neurology, Second Edition makes a major contribution to the field. Medical students and residents will be pleased with its clear, instructive presentation of sophisticated topics, while neurologists, neurosurgeons, primary care physicians, nurses and other medical personnel will find this stunning visual guide essential in daily practice.
- Color Atlas of Neurology (2004; 1st Edition)Show details
The nervous system and musculature are affected in nearly all diseases, making accurate diagnosis of specific neurologic conditions especially challenging. Now in a long awaited second edition, this acclaimed Thieme Flexibook elucidates even the most difficult concepts through its clear, compact text and lavish illustrations.
Covers the entire scope of the field, from anatomy, physiology and structural basics to normal and abnormal nervous system function, neurologic syndromes (e.g., cerebral and spinal disorders, peripheral neuropathies, myopathies) and state-of-the-art diagnostic techniques
Creates didactic, two-page teaching units by placing lucid text opposite exquisite, fully labeled illustrations ideal for learning and retention
Includes new sections on the limbic system, vasculature of the cerebellum, spinal fluid, neuroimmunology, neurodegeneration, neurotransmitters, botulismus and more
Highlights all signs, symptoms, and neurologic disease patterns for quick recognition and identification of disorders
Provides a comprehensive section of tables for easy access to the most important facts needed in the clinicMedical students and residents will be pleased with its clear, instructive presentation of sophisticated topics, while neurologists, neurosurgeons, primary care physicians, nurses and other medical personnel will find this stunning visual guide essential in daily practice.
- Color Atlas of Neuroscience (1999; 1st Edition)Show details
Taking a uniquely visual approach to complex subject matter, this pocket Flexibook gives you a full understanding of the basics of neuroscience with 193 exquisite color plates and concise text. Following in the successful tradition of the basic sciences Thieme Flexibooks, this title presents anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology of neuroscience. You will find in-depth coverage of: neuroanatomy, embryology, cellular neuroscience, somatosensory processing, motor control, brain stem and cranial outflow, autonomic nervous system, and much more! The book is designed to supplement larger texts and is ideal as both an introduction to the subject and a complete study guide for exam preparation. It will prove invaluable for all medical and biology students.
- Color Atlas of Oral Diseases. Diagnosis and Treatment. (2017; 4th Edition)Show details
This remarkable reference work is the result of decades of experience on the part of a top specialist in oral medicine, George Laskaris. The book draws heavily from the singular dedication with which the author has been documenting details of the pathology of the diseases of thousands of patients he has treated over the past decades, and also capturing these on camera in exquisite photographs.
More than 1,000 close-up photographs, in high resolution and full color, from the author's vast collection of more than 130,000 images
Concise explanatory texts supporting the images
Consistent organization of crucial information, including guidelines for diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to the patient with oral disease, basic characteristics of the diseases, diff erential diagnoses, histopathologic findings, lab findings, and therapeutic strategies
An appendix including tables of differential diagnosis based on morphology and color of lesions, and tables with biopsy considerationsLaskaris' Color Atlas of Oral Diseases: Diagnosis and Treatment is certain to be an essential reference not only for physicians and dentists involved in the diagnosis and therapy of oral diseases but also for dermatologists, otorhinolaryngologists, pediatricians, internists, hematologists, and rheumatologists evaluating the oral manifestations of systemic diseases.
- Comprehensive Board Review in Neurology (2009; 2nd Edition)Show details
The second edition of Comprehensive Neurosurgery Board Review contains all the information you need to prepare for the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) written examination. Authored by a team of expert clinicians and neurosurgery trainees who earned top scores on their exams, this edition distills the current knowledge of the neurosciences and essential information for clinical practice. Six chapters provide comprehensive coverage of core concepts in anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care.
Features of the second edition:
Concise descriptions aid rapid review of key concepts
Bullet-point format enhances ease of use and facilitates comprehension
Up-to-date coverage of classic symptoms and signs of common neurosurgical diseases
Current information related to the genetic basis of neurosurgical conditions
450 high-quality illustrations and images typical of those appearing on examsThis superb review is an indispensable resource for neurosurgical residents preparing for the ABNS certification exam. It is also ideal for clinicians seeking a refresher or for those preparing for recertification exams.
- Differential Diagnosis in Neurology and Neurosurgery. A Clinician's Pocket Guide. (1999; 1st Edition)Show details
This pocket-sized Thieme flexibook offers quick, reliable clarification of a wide and often confusing array of presenting symptoms. The book provides vital diagnostic information in a convenient tabular format that leaves no stone unturned in considering the rarer possibilities, and is enormously helpful in achieving an accurate diagnosis. Handy and comprehensive, it is ideal for physicians involved in examining and admitting patients who require neurosurgical intervention.
- Direct Diagnosis in Radiology. Brain Imaging. (2007; 1st Edition)Show details
Dx-Direct is a series of eleven Thieme books covering the main subspecialties in radiology. It includes all the cases you are most likely to see in your typical working day as a radiologist. For each condition or disease you will find the information you need -- with just the right level of detail.
Dx-Direct gets to the point: - Definitions, Epidemiology, Etiology, and Imaging Signs - Typical Presentation, Treatment Options, Course and Prognosis - Differential Diagnosis, Tips and Pitfalls, and Key References
...all combined with high-quality diagnostic images.
Whether you are a resident or a trainee, preparing for board examinations or just looking for a superbly organized reference: Dx-Direct is the high-yield choice for you!
The series covers the full spectrum of radiology subspecialties including: Brain, Gastrointestinal, Cardiac, Breast, Urogenital, Spinal, Head and Neck, Musculoskeletal, Pediatric, Thoracic, Vascular.
- Direct Diagnosis in Radiology. Head and Neck Imaging. (2007; 1st Edition)Show details
Dx-Direct is a series of eleven Thieme books covering the main subspecialties in radiology. It includes all the cases you are most likely to see in your typical working day as a radiologist. For each condition or disease you will find the information you need -- with just the right level of detail.
Definitions, Epidemiology, Etiology, and Imaging Signs
Typical Presentation, Treatment Options, Course and Prognosis
Differential Diagnosis, Tips and Pitfalls, and Key References...all combined with high-quality diagnostic images.
Whether you are a resident or a trainee, preparing for board examinations or just looking for a superbly organized reference: Dx-Direct is the high-yield choice for you!
The series covers the full spectrum of radiology subspecialties including: Brain, Gastrointestinal, Cardiac, Breast, Genitourinal, Spinal, Head and Neck, Musculoskeletal, Pediatric, Thoracic, Vascular
- Ear, Nose, and Throat Diseases. With Head and Neck Surgery. (2009; 3rd Edition)Show details
The third edition of this long-time bestseller continues to be a reliable companion and invaluable resource for medical students, specialist trainees, residents, and practitioners, providing the essential scientific, diagnostic, and therapeutic knowledge and offering advanced information and guidelines for clinical practice.
Organized by anatomical region, each chapter covers the relevant anatomy and physiology, methods of investigation, and a comprehensive range of diseases. Succinct descriptions of diseases cover clinical findings, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment.
Key features of the third edition:
Significantly enlarged and fully revised to the present standard of scientific knowledge and clinical practice
Over 280 highly instructive drawings and more than 500 clinical photograph--all in full color
Larger format allowing for an improved layout and clearer presentation of content
New chapter on voice, speech, and language; new sections on obstructive sleep-related breathing disorders and on dermatologic principles for the otolaryngologist; and appendices on emergencies and on infection control - Fundamentals of Neurology: An Illustrated Guide (2017; 2nd Edition)Show details
The second edition of this practical guide provides a thorough introduction to the essential concepts of clinical neurology. Coverage includes history-taking; the neurological examination and ancillary tests; topical diagnosis and differential diagnosis of typical syndromes; the diseases of the central nervous system, peripheral nerves, autonomic nervous system, and muscles; epilepsy; and inflammatory diseases such as multiple sclerosis.
Central to the book are the lucid structuring of complex contents allowing efficient learning, even without prior knowledge of the subject; and the vital link between theory and clinical practice, with essential information on history-taking, the clinical examination, and additional tests, all supported by informative graphics and appropriate computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging studies.
Complete revision of contents and an enhanced layout from the first edition
Brilliant format and structure, making the assimilation of complex information easy and efficient
Clear color illustrations and graphics, many new or revised for the second edition
Comprehensive tables expand and organize information on many topics
Vast clinical experience of two highly respected university teachersFundamentals of Neurology: An Illustrated Guide, Second Edition, is the ideal introduction to clinical neurology for medical students, physical therapists, and other professionals involved in patient care.
- Getting Your Research Paper Published. A Surgical Perspective. (2010; 1st Edition)Show details
Written from the perspective of experienced surgeons and veteran researchers, this succinct, how-to manual provides readers with everything they need to prepare, publish, and present a scientific research paper. The expert authors address every aspect of the publication process, including quality and ethics in academic writing, the rules of authorship, grammar, formatting, style, and much more. Each consistently organized chapter begins with a brief summary and introduction and ends with up-to-date references and carefully selected suggestions for further reading.
Numerous hints and tips appear throughout the text, such as advice on writing abstracts, and information on how to get one’s paper accepted at an international meeting
Valuable examples of good and bad introductions, recommendations for using statistical data, and common pitfalls in the reporting of surgical results
Easy-to-reference text boxes present Key Concepts, Jargon Simplified, and Reality Checks
Detailed diagrams help readers visualize complex pointsThis must-have reference is essential reading for every surgeon, surgical resident and clinical researcher who wants to contribute to the scientific community through publication in academic journals.
Getting Your Research Paper Published: A Surgical Perspective is the ideal companion to Clinical Research for Surgeons by the same authors.
- Neurosurgery Fundamentals (2018; 1st Edition)Show details
The quintessential guide providing a one-stop roadmap to a neurosurgical career!
Neurological surgery is a complex, highly selective specialty. For medical students and residents, navigating a huge array of neurosurgical information can be overwhelming. Neurosurgery Fundamentals by Nitin Agarwal is a portable reference enabling swift assimilation of neurosurgical care essentials. The book starts with a roadmap to a career in neurosurgery. It concludes with Advice from the Masters, featuring invaluable resources and insights from prominent neurosurgeons.
Comprehensive technical overviews are provided on the neurological exam, neuroanatomy, neuroradiology, neurocritical care, traumatic brain and spinal cord injury, degenerative and deformity spine, neurovascular surgery, neurosurgical oncology, pediatric neurosurgery, functional neurosurgery, stereotactic radiosurgery, neurological infectious diseases, and interdisciplinary care. Socioeconomic topics include training, licensure, credentialing, and advocacy.
Fundamental diseases, tests, and operative approaches are summarized.
Top Hits feature the most salient questions, aiding in retention of knowledge.
High-yield resources are highlighted to augment reader identification.
Neurosurgical Pearls offer advice from the masters relevant to each chapter.
High-quality illustrations, photographs, and radiographs enrich understanding.Aspiring neurosurgical providers will benefit from the easy-to-digest wealth of information in this concise, yet comprehensive guide.
- Neurosurgery Rounds: Questions and Answers (2017; 2nd Edition)Show details
Neurosurgery Rounds: Questions and Answers, Second Edition by Mark Shaya and an impressive cadre of coauthors and contributors, thoroughly prepares medical students and residents for common yet challenging questions frequently encountered during neurosurgery rounds. The convenient, easy-to-follow format provides diverse coverage of multiple disciplines intertwined in the understanding, care, and treatment of neurosurgical patients.
Bringing the state of the art in neurosurgery up to date, nine revised and expanded chapters cover a full range of congenital, degenerative, traumatic, neoplastic, infectious, vascular, and inflammatory conditions impacting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves. Short answers and explanations appear directly below the questions, enabling quick reference during busy hospital shifts.
More than 1,600 questions and answers test readers on a wide range of basic neuroscience, brain, spine, and peripheral nerve topics
30 featured cases provide invaluable clinical pearls and insightful discussions
More than 175 high-quality radiographs and anatomical illustrations enhance the textThis concise review is an essential lab coat companion for all medical students pursuing neurosurgical clerkships or sub-internships and junior residents on rounds.
- Pocket Atlas of Sectional Anatomy Vol. II: Thorax, Heart, Abdomen, and Pelvis (2007; 3rd Edition, revised and updated)Show details
Renowned for its superb illustrations and highly practical information, the third edition of this classic reference reflects the very latest in state-of-the-art imaging technology. Together with Volumes 1 and 3, this compact and portable book provides a highly specialized navigational tool for clinicians seeking to master the ability to recognize anatomical structures and accurately interpret CT and MR images.
New CT and MR images of the highest quality
Didactic organization using two-page units, with radiographs on one page and full-color illustrations on the next
Concise, easy-to-read labeling on all figures
Color-coded, schematic diagrams that indicate the level of each section
Sectional enlargements for detailed classification of the anatomical structureComprehensive, compact, and portable, this book is ideal for use in both the classroom and clinical setting.
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