The Elusive Body
"I found Ms. Sifferlin's book entertaining, enlightening, and in addition timely--a book mindful of science in this era when crackpot notions about public health and medicine are routinely issued from on high."--Tracy Kidder, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Mountains Beyond Mountains A compelling, necessary, and timely investigation into the diagnosis crisis in the American healthcare system, from the patients living with undiagnosed illnesses, to the doctors searching for answers, and what their quests reveal about our flawed medical system Millions of Americans live with conditions that elude diagnosis, often navigating a healthcare system that fails to recognize or effectively address their suffering. Journalist Alexandra Sifferlin has spent years investigating the diagnosis crisis in America--what it means to live without an accurate diagnosis and how both medical and patient communities are working to improve the diagnostic process. The National Institutes of Health's Undiagnosed Diseases Network, a series of clinics of last resort where physicians and researchers work tirelessly to solve some of medicine's most confounding cases, is at the forefront of change, showing what's possible when healthcare providers and scientists are freed from the bureaucracy of a system beholden to insurance companies, and encouraged to work together with the aim of solving some of medicine's most perplexing mysteries. A correct diagnosis is more than a label; it's a lifeline that opens doors to treatment options, financial support, and an understanding community. Weaving the profound, maddening, and uplifting stories of patients seeking answers to unexplainable symptoms, the doctors trying to help them, and the latest research on diagnosis, The Elusive Body illuminates the diagnostic journey, revealing why diagnoses matter and how they have the power to transform lives, the medical system, and even society, one case at a time.
Saunders' Books on Pathology, Physiology Histology, Embryology and Bacteriology
Scientific Basis of the Royal College of Radiologists Fellowship (2nd Edition)
Workbook for Johns Hopkins Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals, Fifth Edition
Updates on Oncologic Genitourinary Pathology: Focus on Molecular Data and Biomarkers Relevant for Disease Classification and Clinical Management, an Issue of Surgical Pathology Clinics
In this issue of Surgical Pathology Clinics, guest editor Dr. Andr矇s M. Acosta brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Updates on Oncologic Genitourinary Pathology. Top experts help readers understand the relevance of new genomic, epigenomic, and transcriptomic data for classification of diverse genitourinary tumors. This issue also covers histopathologic correlates of molecular findings, biomarkers that represent current or potential predictors of clinical outcomes, and identifying biomarkers and molecular results that impact clinical management and guide treatment.Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics including rare renal neoplasms; bladder cancer; pediatric genitourinary tumors; urothelial carcinoma of the upper urinary tract; testicular sex cord stromal tumors; and moreProvides in-depth clinical reviews on oncologic genitourinary pathology, offering actionable insights for clinical practicePresents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews
Johns Hopkins Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals, Fifth Edition
Johns Hopkins Evidence-Based Practice for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals, Fifth Edition
Ivus Made Easy
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) imaging has become an essential tool for understanding arterial disease and guiding percutaneous interventions in the contemporary era. IVUS Made Easy facilitates the understanding and interpretation of IVUS imaging for practicing invasive cardiologists and trainees. This new edition provides a basic understanding of the technology, images, and measurements with updated diagnostic and interventional applications of IVUS imaging, described and discussed in more detail. Technologic innovations and a brief comparison with optical coherence tomography provide the reader with context and understanding of the latest developments.Key Features: Provides in-depth coverage of all topics related to IVUS imaging by highly experienced authors on diagnostic and interventional applications in basic and more complex cases Features updated images for demonstration of real-life scenarios for practicing cardiologists and interventional cardiology trainees Discusses latest clinical research evidence to support contemporary clinical applications
Who Reporting System for Lymph Node, Spleen, and Thymus Cytopathology
The WHO Reporting System for Lymph Node, Spleen, and Thymus Cytopathology is Volume 3 of the series of reporting systems for cytopathology, which is a joint project of the International Academy of Cytology (IAC) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a specialized agency of the World Health Organization (WHO). The series includes a unique synthesis of the published evidence and the practice of cytopathology, and it is linked to the WHO Classification of Tumours series, now in its 5th edition. Cytopathologists look at tumors slightly differently than other specialists do, and there is a need for specialized reporting systems based on the key diagnostic cytopathological features of tumors, presented in standardized reports, within a hierarchical system of diagnostic categories. These categories must also be linked to diagnostic management recommendations to improve communication with clinicians and support patient care. And it is essential that these reporting systems be truly international, to serve the needs of patients worldwide in many differently medically resourced settings. What are the key features of this first edition of the series? These volumes are an essential tool for standardizing diagnostic cytopathology practice worldwide and will serve as a vehicle for the translation of cytopathology research into practice. The key diagnostic cytopathological features listed for each tumor type under the diagnostic categories represent the first international consensus and are described in precise, uniform language. These diagnostic criteria are underpinned by available evidence that has been evaluated and debated by experts in the field. Lesion-specific sections include discussion of the differential diagnosis of the lesions' cytopathological features that can be used worldwide, especially in low-resource settings, followed by a discussion of the current best-practice application of ancillary testing on cytopathology material. This volume Prepared by about 40 authors and editors Contributors from around the world, reflecting an international expertise Hundreds of high-quality images More than 1000 references
Dr. Bot
How does AI compare to a doctor when it comes to saving lives? Doctors are under-resourced and face unprecedented levels of stress, with rising patient numbers and ever developing medical knowledge. But at the same time, they are all too human, prone to racial, class and social biases that affect the care patients receive. Can we improve patient experience and alleviate the burdens of doctors at the same time? In this groundbreaking study, Charlotte Blease reveals how AI, if handled with care, could emerge as the most reliable physician in history. Drawing on interviews with authorities in AI, doctors and patients, Blease shows how technology - despite some resistance - is already making a difference. From diagnosis and second opinions to treatment and aftercare, AI has the potential to revolutionise our healthcare.
Headache: A Practical Manual 2e
Headache continues to have a major impact on the lives of many people across the world, and the needs of many sufferers go unmet. It impacts people of all ethnicity, age, and socio-economic background, and can have potentially life-changing consequences. Headaches can be accompanied by other co-morbidities and encountered by a wide variety of medical professionals, making accurate diagnosis and management challenging. This is the second edition of Headache: A Practical Manual, developed by the British Association for the Study of Headache (BASH), an organisation of health care professionals whose aim is to reduce the burden of headache through education and research. Practical, and easy to navigate, this comprehensive handbook offers a concise overview of the diagnosis and treatment of headache conditions. Edited by a general practitioner and an academic neurologist, and written by experts in the field, this pocket-sized book is a concise reference for effective management for health care practitioners at all levels.
Workbook and Lab Manual for Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician
This easy-to-use, chapter-by-chapter companion to Mosby's Pharmacy Technician: Principles and Practice, Seventh Edition, helps you solidify your understanding and mastery of key skills and concepts. Each chapter of this combination workbook and lab manual contains a wide variety of review questions, exercises, and experiential lab activities to reinforce key concepts, encourage you to reflect critically, and relate to practice for success on the job. Combined with the core textbook, this learning package takes you from day one through graduation and certification!NEW! Coverage of the latest information on telehealth, virtual patient communication, infection protection, and medicationsEXPANDED! Additional content on non-sterile and sterile compounding and foundational math calculationsComprehensive coverage designed to align with the ASHP curriculum and Pharmacy Technician certification exam blueprintsBuilt from the ground up to map to the latest ASHP accreditation standards and competenciesReinforce Key Concepts sections offer helpful review and practiceReflect Critically sections with realistic scenarios encourage content assimilation and applicationRelate to Practice sections with laboratory exercises provide hands-on practice to promote multi-dimensional skills masterySkills checklists for all textbook procedures enable you to track your progress on key competencies
Proceedings on Qualitative and Quantitative Psychology - Volume I
Logical reasoning about the semantics of everyday observations leads to a fairly unique low level theory about the self, its spiritual composition, as well as its biophysical background. The kinematical and dynamical framework we end up with is extremely simple and leads to a staggering simple explanation behind a huge variety of everyday observations. It opens in way Pandora's box where classifying people in the quantitative way is within reach.
Fere Ex Nihilo - Ovarian Oncogenesis Recapitulates Phylogene
The mortality of ovarian cancer has not changed in the last 30 years. Approximately 70% of the patients die of disease. The reason for this high mortality, in spite of all the new developments in medicine, is that we do not understand the disease, and therefore we approach ovarian cancer like most epithelial neoplasms. In this book Elvio G. Silva demonstrates that ovarian cancer is a hormone-related neoplasm, and the dissemination of the tumor in the peritoneum, in most cases, represents multicentric disease. In addition to the traditional cancer therapies it is necessary to correct the abnormal hormones to improve the prognosis, and probably to prevent this dreadful disease. Emphasis is also placed on understanding embryology as a necessary step to comprehend ovarian cancer. Fere Ex Nihilo presents a refreshingly new approach to tackle an age-old enemy.
Prevalence of Septicemia and Various Markers in Hemodialysis Patients
This book explores the prevalence and levels of various hematological and biochemical markers in patients with septicemia undergoing hemodialysis. It focuses on key parameters such as Red Cell Distribution Width (RDW), platelet count, total leukocyte count, neutrophil count, C-reactive protein (CRP), parathyroid hormone (PTH), and uric acid. The study provides an in-depth analysis of how these markers correlate with septicemia in the context of hemodialysis treatment. By examining these critical markers, this book aims to contribute valuable insights into the diagnostic and clinical management of septicemia, improving patient outcomes and advancing medical knowledge in this specialized area.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) is a debilitating and difficult-to-treat condition characterized by excess and prolonged pain and inflammation. Although CRPS can occur anywhere in the body following an injury or other medical event, it usually affects an arm, leg, hand, or foot. Our understanding of this condition is evolving rapidly, but treatment of CRPS requires skillful assessment and up-to-date knowledge. Part of the "What Do I Do Now? Pain Medicine" series, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome presents 11 high-yield clinical cases to cover a broad spectrum of CRPS including epidemiology, diagnosis, differential diagnoses, pathophysiology, conventional and interventional management, choices of neuromodulation, ketamine infusion, spread and prevention, CRPS in pediatric patients, and adjuvant and emerging therapies. This book is an ideal pocket guide for those who are looking for the essentials and advancements needed to manage CRPS.
COVID-19 infection in healthcare workers
During the covid-19 pandemic, healthcare workers represent the population most at risk of contamination by SARS-COV 2. Healthcare professionals are still on the front line in the fight against the covid-19 pandemic. Covid-19 infection among healthcare personnel poses a real problem in health facilities, with absenteeism among infected staff having a knock-on effect on better patient care. Rigorous application of protective measures and vaccination remain a necessity in order to protect our healthcare workers.
Fundamentals of Epidemiology
This book explores the fundamental principles of epidemiology, providing a comprehensive foundation for understanding essential concepts, causal relationships and practices in epidemiology. It is aimed at students, researchers and public health practitioners who wish to deepen their knowledge of epidemiological methods and their application in a variety of settings. Focusing on theoretical foundations, analysis of causality and integration of practices, this book guides the reader through the evolution of the discipline and contemporary challenges.
