Etiology, Prevention and Management of Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy is a disorder affecting cardiac muscle cells and negatively impacting the ability of the heart to perform its functions. The prevalence of cardiomyopathy varies according to the type of cardiomyopathy, but inherited hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is very common because it affects about 1 in 500 people globally. Cardiomyopathy can affect any person irrespective of age, gender, or ethnicity. The severity of the symptoms of cardiomyopathy depends largely on the stage and gravity of the disease. Symptoms include but are not limited to tiredness, cardiac palpitations, arrhythmia, angina, dyspnea, fainting, and ankle edema. Cardiomyopathy can be caused by a plethora of conditions such as genetic mutations, diabetes mellitus, inflammation, infection, and amyloidosis of cardiomyocytes. In addition, coronary artery disease, hyperlipidemia, hemochromatosis, and muscular dystrophy may induce cardiomyopathy. Family history of cardiac disease, prolonged consumption of cocaine or alcohol, stress, pregnancy, obesity, and chemotherapy may predispose individuals to developing cardiomyopathy. What happens if cardiomyopathy is not treated? Arrhythmias, heart failure, cardiac stroke, cardiac valvular illness, and sudden cardiac death can occur. Etiology, Prevention, and Management of Cardiomyopathy is an assembly of original research and review articles on different aspects of cardiomyopathy. The variety of areas covered include the history, classification, diagnosis, types, prevention, and treatment of cardiomyopathy. The diverse areas covered and the types of articles presented make the book attractive reading material for medical and biological sciences students, researchers, cardiac patients, clinicians, and cardiologists. The book is organized into eight chapters. Themes covered in the book include the history, epidemiological issues, predisposing factors, forms, pathomechanisms, detection, preventive approaches, and medical and surgical therapy of different types of c
Management of Multi-Drug Resistant TB Treatment
The book titled Management of Multi-Drug Resistant TB Treatment: A Social Work Perspective provides an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted challenges faced by individuals affected by Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB). It examines the background characteristics of patients, including their psychosocial well-being, socio-economic conditions, general health status, psychological distress, and experiences of self-stigma. The book emphasizes the critical role of social work interventions in enhancing coping mechanisms and building resilience among patients, drawing on field-based evidence and practical experience.Structured into fifteen chapters, the book is organized around broad thematic areas, offering a comprehensive overview of MDR-TB treatment from a social work lens. It presents extensive research evidence on treatment strategies and integrates a wide range of professional skills, knowledge, and intervention techniques aimed at prevention, promotion, and care.This forward-thinking publication outlines future directions for social work practitioners engaged in MDR-TB management, while also serving as a valuable academic resource for scholars and researchers. It reflects on both theoretical insights and practical applications, underlining the importance of multidisciplinary approaches in public health and social care.Ultimately, the book consolidates collective wisdom from diverse literature and intervention strategies, making it an essential guide for those involved in the management and support of individuals affected by MDR-TB.
Recovering Together
Having an acute neurological illness (ANI; e.g., stroke, brain injury) is often traumatic for patients and the family or friends who support them (e.g., caregivers). The sudden onset of symptoms, admission to an intensive care unit, and prognostic uncertainty contribute to emotional distress symptoms (depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress) in both patients and their informal caregivers. This early distress is interdependent between patients and caregivers, and, if untreated can become chronic and interfere with patient's recovery and caregivers' quality of life. Addressing early emotional distress with both the patient and caregiver (e.g., together called a dyad) accounts for this interdependency and can be an effective and efficient modality to prevent chronic emotional distress in both. Recovering Together (RT) is a 6-session, modular dyadic resiliency intervention that aims to prevent chronic emotional distress following an ANI. This intervention integrates evidence-based approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy and repackages them in ways that decrease cognitive load and increase accessibility in the context of an ANI. It teaches mindfulness skills (e.g., deep breathing, present moment awareness), coping skills (e.g., dialectics, meaning-making, adaptive thinking), and interpersonal skills (e.g., communication, coping with role changes). RT can be delivered within a hospital as well as over live video. This clinician guide provides session-by-session instructions, scripts, in-session activities, and home practice assignments, which can be used in conjunction with the accompanying patient and caregiver workbook. Corresponding materials available online provide additional opportunity for practice.
Recovering Together
Having an acute neurological illness (ANI; e.g., stroke, brain injury) is often traumatic for patients and the family or friends who support them. The sudden onset of symptoms, admission to an intensive care unit, and prognostic uncertainty can cause depression, anxiety, or posttraumatic stress, amongst other symptoms, in both patients and their informal caregivers. This distress is shared between patients and caregivers, and, if untreated can become chronic and interfere with a patient's recovery and the caregivers' quality of life. Addressing early emotional distress with both the patient and caregiver can help to manage and prevent chronic emotional distress in both. Recovering Together (RT) is a 6-session resiliency intervention that aims to prevent chronic emotional distress following an ANI. This intervention integrates approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy in ways that decrease cognitive load and increase accessibility for clients. It teaches mindfulness skills, coping skills, and interpersonal skills. This patient and caregiver workbook provides session-by-session instructions, scripts, in-session activities, and home practice assignments, which can be used in conjunction with the accompanying clinician guide. Corresponding materials available online provide additional opportunity for practice.
Clinics in Surgical Gastroenterology
"Clinics in surgical Gastroenterology" is the third book authored by Dr Prashant R Rao who is an accomplished GIHPB Cancer & Laparoscopic surgeon from Mumbai India. History taking and examination is an art which helps the clinician reach a probable diagnosis thus guiding further investigation and Management. Unfortunately not much emphasis is given to the same during medical training leading to a lacunae while preparing for practical examinations/VivaVoce and ultimately in clinical practice. This book has been prepared keeping the same in mind to help the Medical Student/ Clinician with History taking Examinationreaching a Diagnosis and planning appropriate Management for various GastroIntestinal & HepatoPancreaticoBiliary (GIHPB) diseases. This shall not only be of help while preparing for examination but also in daytoday practice The book has been prepared with guidance from leading GIHPB surgeons from all over India Namely o Prof. Puneet Dhar AIIMSRishikesh o Prof. V K KapoorSGPGI Lucknow o Prof. Chetan Kantharia Seth GS MC & KEMH Mumbai o Prof. Avinash Supe Seth GS MC & KEMH Mumbai o Prof. S. Sudhindran AIMSKochi Allimportant GI; HPB cases frequently seen in day to day practice has been discussed in a detailedcomprehensive and systemic manner. For each case we have provided: o Format for History Taking o Justification for each component in history o Format for examination o Example case Summary and Diagnosis; o How to Proceed All important and pertinent literature land mark trials and studies in GIHPB Surgery have been compiled and briefly described in a systematic disease wise manner in one chapter. The general consensus for controversies in GI surgery has also been discussed. "Clinics in surgical Gastroenterology" is probably the only book available with such a feature. Also included are: General format for History taking and work up in a GI case; Tips for exam going candidates
Challenging Cases in Interstitial Lung Diseases
This 'Challenging Cases' book provides a structured pathway to help unlock the mysteries of fibrosing Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILD), guiding experts and beginners alike through the complexities and essential information of fibrosing ILD, interstitial pneumonias (IPs), and HRCT findings and signs.
On the Curability of Certain Forms of Insanity, Epilepsy, Catalepsy, and Hysteria in Females
On the Curability of Certain Forms of Insanity, Epilepsy, Catalepsy, and Hysteria in Females
Strong Enough for a Man, Made for a Woman
We picked the wrong hormone!Since the 1960s, doctors used estrogen to treat symptoms in women that were associated with a natural decrease in their sexual hormones. It was chosen for symptoms of ovarian failure. However, testosterone is five to twenty times more abundant than estrogen in a healthy young woman. The latest research has shown that testosterone improves menopausal symptoms without any adverse effects.Author Dr. Charles Mok shares his expertise in this eye-opening book, Testosterone: Strong Enough for a Man, Made for a Woman. With decades of experience working with these issues and this science, along with extensive clinical experience, Dr. Mok shows you how natural hormone replacement and testosterone: Improve your sexual health, so you achieve an increase in your sexual desire, activity, and satisfactionReduce peri-menopausal symptoms so you experience fewer hot flashes, night sweats, and moodinessBenefit the heart, brain, circulatory system, and skin, helping prevent joint and muscle pain, memory loss, thinning of scalp hair, and fatigueHormone status should be considered during most adult health care. It has been proven to prolong disease-free life and treats many of the common diseases of the elderly. Take control of your health starting today!
The Danger and Immodesty of the Present Too General Custom of Unnecessarily Employing Men-midwives
