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Advances and Technical Standards in Neurosurgery

Editor-in-chief: J. D. Pickard, Series editors: V. V. Dolenc, J. Lobo Antunes, C. Rocco, M. Sindou, N. Akalan, J. Mooij, J. Schramm Volume 36

J. D. Pickard, University of Cambridge, UK; N. Akalan, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey; V. Benes, Charles University, Prague, Czech Republic; C. Rocco, Catholic University, Rome, Italy; V. V. Dolenc, Ljubljana, Slovenia; J. Lobo Antunes, Lisboa, Portugal; J. Schramm, Neurochirurgische Universitätsklinik, Bonn, Germany; M. Sindou, University of Lyon, France (Eds.)

Advances and Technical Standards in NeurosurgeryVolume 36

Features7 In-depth reviews of established knowledge 7 Detailed descriptions of standard operative procedure 7 To assist young neurosurgeons in thier post-graduate training

From the contentsDetecting residual cognitive function in disor-ders of consciousness (M. R. COLEMAN, J. D. PICKARD).- Rationale for hypothalamus-deep brain stimulation in food intake disorders and obesity (N. TORRES, S. CHABARDEES, A. L. BENABID).- Gustatory and reward brain circuits in the control of food intake (A. J. OLIVEIRA-MAIA, C. D. ROBERTS, S. A. SIMON, M. A. L. NICOLELIS).- SEEG-guided RF-thermocoagu-lation of epileptic foci: A therapeutic alternative for drug-resistant non-operable partial epilepsies (M. GUÉNOT, J. ISNARD, H. CATENOIX, F. MAUGUIERE, M. SINDOU).- Child abuse – some aspects for neurosurgeons (B. MADEA, M. NOEKER, I. FRANKE.

Fields of interestNeurosurgery

Target groupsResearch

A. Alexandre, EUNI, Treviso, Italy; M. Masini, School of Medicine, University of Planalto Central and South Lake Hospital, Brazil, Brazil; P. P. Menchetti, Florence and Rome University, Florence, Italy (Eds.)

Advances in Minimally Invasive Surgery and Therapy for Spine and Nerves

Radiologists, orthopedic and neurological surgeons present the different minimally invasive methods. Peripheral nerve problems and problems concerning differential diagnosis in special situ-ations such as between radicular and peripheral nerve trunk lesions are discussed, pinpointing the significance of different diagnostic tools. Minimally invasive techniques, utilized nowadays to minimize bone demolition, scarring and risk of recurrence are analyzed. Microdiscectomy is compared with the results of intradiscal tech-niques, and new methods are discussed facing problems such as epidural fibrotisation, microin-stability, osteoporotic or neoplastic or posttrau-matic vertebral lesions.

Features7 The different minimally invasive methods are discussed 7 Problems concerning differential diagnosis are highlighted

Fields of interestNeurosurgery; Surgical Orthopedics


R. S. Arellano, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard School of Medicine, Boston, MA, USA

Non-Vascular Interventional Radiology of the Abdomen

This book is designed to provide a foundation for physicians-in-training and a quick guide to further enhance the skills set of practicing interventional-ists. It is a concise reference manual covering the major aspects of clinical scenarios, procedures, and techniques. Non-Vascular Interventional Radiology of the Abdomen expertly addresses the planning and execution of commonly encountered procedures, including organ specific biopsies, abscess drainage, urinary interven-tions, gastronomy, gastrojejunostomy, and biliary interventions.

Features7 Provides an up-to-date high-yield reference for non-vascular interventional abdominal techniques 7 Appropriate for physicians-in-training as well as practicing interventionists seeking to sharpen their skills 7 Presents a logical organ-based approach to the remit of percutaneous procedures

ContentsPatient Evaluation and Preparation.- Image-Guided Percutaneous Biopsy.- Percutaneous Abscess Drainage.- Percutaneous Urinary Interventions.- Percutaneous Gastrostomy and Gastrojejunostomy.- Biliary Interventions

Fields of interestInterventional Radiology; Imaging / Radiology

Target groupsProfessional/practitioner

Type of publicationContributed volume

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2011. XIV, 247 p. 73 illus. in color. Hardcover

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2011. IX, 264 p. 50 illus. (Acta Neurochirurgica Supplementum, Supplement 108) Hardcover

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2011. 89 p. 21 illus. Softcover

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J. Bernier, Genolier Clinic, Genolier, Switzerland (Ed.)

Head and Neck CancerMultimodality Management

Written by leading international physicians and investigators, this innovative multi-disciplinary book presents the most up-to-date research and clinical approaches to squamous cell carcinomas of the head and neck. In recent years, great advances in translational research have lead to new treat-ment paradigms. This book covers such progress in a number of clinical settings including programs of organ and function preservation, curative treat-ments of unresectable disease, adjuvant treatments in high-risk patients, and palliative approaches for recurrent/metastatic disease. Complemen-tary to the techniques of surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy, the authors present data on epidemiology, molecular pathology, normal tissue complications, rehabilitation, palliative care, treat-ment in the elderly, and socio-economic aspects. State-of-the-art functional imaging techniques are covered. The latest developments in high precision techniques in irradiation, sequencing treatments of chemo- and radiotherapy, as wells as the inte-gration of biomolecular therapies into cytotoxic treatments are also explored.

Features7 Emphasizes the benefit of a multi-disciplinary approach in the arenas of Surgery, Radiotherapy, and Chemotherapy: the pillars of head and neck oncology 7 Presents the latest advances in high precision techniques in irradiation, sequencing treatments of chemo- and radiotherapy, and the integration of biomolecular therapies 7 Encom-passes organ preservation, treatment of unresect-able disease, post-operative setting, and palliative treatment in both standard-of-care and clinical trial settings

Fields of interestOncology; Surgical Oncology; Radiotherapy


U. Bick, F. Diekmann, Charité, Humboldt University, Berlin, Germany (Eds.)

Digital MammographyThis state-of-the-art reference book provides in-depth coverage of all aspects of digital mammography, including detector technology, image processing, computer-aided diagnosis, soft-copy reading, digital workflow, and PACS. Specific advantages and disadvantages of digital mammog-raphy in comparison to screen-film mammography are thoroughly discussed. By including authors from both North America and Europe, the book is able to outline variations in the use, acceptance, and quality assurance of digital mammography between the different countries and screening programs. Advanced imaging techniques and future developments such as contrast mammog-raphy and digital breast tomosynthesis are also covered in detail. All of the chapters are written by internationally recognized experts and contain numerous high-quality illustrations. This book will be of great interest both to clinicians who already use or are transitioning to digital mammography and to basic scientists working in the field.

Features7 Provides state-of-the-art coverage of all aspects of modern digital mammography 7 Discusses in detail new techniques, including image processing, computer-aided diagnosis, contrast-enhanced mammography, and tomosynthesis 7 Written by internationally recognized experts, including both physicians and medical physicists 7 Includes numerous high-quality illustrations

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology; Biophysics and Biological Physics


S. D. Billings, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, USA; J. Cotton, St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor, MI, USA

Inflammatory DermatopathologyA Pathologist’s Survival Guide

Inflammatory Dermatopathology: A Patholo-gist’s Survival Guide provides expert guidance for the reader to develop a systematic approach to the diagnosis of inflammatory disorders of the skin. It covers the most common and clinically important inflammatory disorders of the skin through an image-rich easy to read format. Each section includes practical tips to help navigate the differential diagnosis. Microscopic features are listed as bullet points to enhance readability. Examples of diagnostic comments that practicing pathologists can utilize in their own reports are also provided. Demonstrating a global under-standing of inflammatory dermatoses in a quick and efficient manner, Inflammatory Dermatopa-thology: A Pathologist’s Survival Guide will both guide the reader in how to approach inflammatory dermatoses, as well as provide a tool that will help with the writing of surgical pathology reports.

Features7 Single authored work maintains consistent style and format for easy reference 7 Each section includes Practical Tips 7 Microscopic features are listed as bullet points 7 Richly illustrated with color figures, illustrations and tables

Fields of interestPathology; Dermatology



Due June 2011

2011. 726 p. 265 illus., 208 in color. Hardcover

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Type of publicationMonograph

Due February 2011

2010. XVI, 220 p. 132 illus., 32 in color. (Medical Radiology / Diagnostic Imaging) Softcover

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Type of publicationMonograph

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2011. IX, 224 p. 226 illus. in color. Hardcover

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P. C. Braga, University of Milan, Italy; D. Ricci, Italian Institute of Technology, Genova, Italy (Eds.)

Atomic Force Microscopy in Biomedical ResearchMethods and Protocols

With its ability to explore the surface of the sample by means of a local scanning probe and its use of dedicated software allows to be visualize results, atomic force microscopy (AFM) has revolution-ized the study of the smallest aspects of life. Atomic Force Microscopy in Biomedical Research: Methods and Protocols proves that this tech-nology is no longer simply just another form of microscopy but has given rise to a completely new way of using microscopy that fulfils the dreams of all microscopists: being able to touch, move, and interact with the sample while it is being examined, thus making it possible to discover not only morphological but also chemical and physical structural information. Covering such topics as molecule imaging, nanoscale surface analysis and cellular imaging, force-spectroscopy, investigating drug action, and AFM as a nanotool, this volume features the most up-to-date techniques currently in use.

Features7 Applicable to a wide variety of fields and disci-plines 7 Features a comprehensive collection of practical applications and techniques 7 Includes tips from the experts as well as key implementa-tion advice

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Biological Microscopy


L. Capussotti, Division of Hepato-Bilio-Pancreatic and Digestive Surgery, Ospedale Mauriziano "Umberto I", Turin (Ed.)

Surgical Treatment of Colorectal Liver Metastases

Surgery is the gold standard treatment of colorectal liver metastases. Patients management had a dramatic evolution during the past years: more accurate diagnostic tools and more effective chemotherapy regimens have been introduced and surgical indications have been widely broadened. A multidisciplinary treatment is now mandatory, involving oncologists, radiologists an gastroenter-ologists. However, many topics are still debated. In the present book all aspects of surgical treatment of colorectal liver metastases are analyzed based on a systematic, updated analysis of the litera-ture. Aim of this book is to provide surgeons, oncologists and radiologists a clear overview of the state-of-the-art of treatment of colorectal liver metastases.

Features7 The aim of the present book is to elucidate the role of surgery in the therapeutic approach to colorectal liver metastases 7 An extensive literature review provides the basis for every chapter, allowing an analysis of current levels of evidence 7 Medical treatments and interven-tional procedures complementary to surgery are evaluated, omitting their exclusive application in the palliative setting

Contents1.Epidemiology and Natural History 2.Diagnosis and Staging 3.Evolution of resectability criteria 4.Surgical strategy 5.Results of surgery and prognostic factors 6.Preoperative chemotherapy 7.Synchronous colorectal liver metastases 8.Thera-peutic strategies in unresectable colorectal liver metastases 9.Extra-hepatic disease 10.Adjuvant chemotherapy and follow up 11.Re-resection: indications and results12.LiverMetSurvey Registry: the Italian Experience

Field of interestMedicine/Public Health, general


L. D. DeLeve, University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, Division of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, Los Angeles, CA, USA; G. Garcia-Tsao, Yale University School of Medicine, Section of Digestive Diseases, New Haven, CT, USA (Eds.)

Vascular Liver DiseaseMechanisms and Management

Vascular Liver Disease: Mechanisms and Manage-ment covers all of the disease entities that stem from abnormalities that affect the hepatic vascula-ture. This multi-authored text includes the mecha-nisms and management of intrahepatic vascular disease, including the most common cause of vascular disease of the liver, cirrhosis. Other less common diseases of the liver vasculature are also covered such as sinusoidal obstruction syndrome (previously known as veno-occlusive disease), portal vein thrombosis, the Budd-Chiari syndrome and congenital vascular malformations.

Features7 Innovative approach to liver disease manage-ment 7 The only volume that focuses on the liver vasculature as a separate entity 7 Authors are authorities in their field, from six different countries

From the contentsLiver Endothelial Cells: Hemostasis, Thrombosis and Hepatic Vascular Diseases.- Vascular Liver Disease and the Liver Sinusoidal Endothelial Cell.- Pseudocapillarization and the Aging Liver.- Stellate Cells and the Microcirculation.- Circulatory Injury in Liver Transplantation.- Portal Hypertension: Intrahepatic Mechanisms.- Portal Hypertension: Extrahepatic Mechanisms.- Histological Diag-nosis.- Radiological Diagnosis.- Hepatic Vascular Pathology after Hematopoietic Cell Transplanta-tion: Sinusoidal Obstruction Syndrome, Focal Nodular Hyperplasia, and Nodular Regenerative Hyperplasia.- Management: Cirrhotic Portal Hypertension.

Fields of interestHepatology; Gastroenterology; Cardiology



Due June 2011

2011. 505 p. 219 illus., 2 in color. (Methods in Molecular Biology, Volume 736) Hardcover


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2011. XII, 184 p. 80 illus., 30 in color. Hardcover

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M. A. DeVita, K. Hillman, R. Bellomo (Eds.)

Textbook of Rapid Response SystemsConcept and Implementation

Successor to the editors’ groundbreaking book on medical emergency teams, Textbook of Rapid Response Systems addresses the problem of patient safety and quality of care; the logistics of creating an RRS (resource allocation, process design, work-flow, and training); the implementation of an RRS (organizational issues, challenges); and the evalu-ation of program results. Based on successful RRS models that have resulted in reduced in-hospital cardiac arrest and overall hospital death rates, this book is a practical guide for physicians, hospital administrators, and other healthcare professionals who wish to initiate an RRS program within their own institutions.

Features7 Successor to the groundbreaking book, DeVita, Hillman, and Bellomo, eds., MEDICAL EMER-GENCY TEAMS (Springer, 2006) 7 Written by the world's leading innovators in the development of Rapid Response Systems

From the contentsSection I: RRS’s and Patient Safety.- Rapid Response Systems History and Terminology.- RRS’s General Principles.- Measuring and Improving Safety.- Integrating a Rapid Response System into a Patient Safety Program.- Acute Hospitalist Medicine and the Rapid Response System.- Medical Trainees and Patient Safety.- Rapid Response Systems: A Review of the Evidence.- Health Care Systems and Their (Lack of) Integration.- Creating Process and Policy Change in Health Care.- The Challenge of Predicting in Hospital Cardiac Arrests and Deaths.- The Meaning of Vital Signs.- Matching Illness Severity with Level of Care.- Causes of Failure to Rescue.- Section II. Creating a RRS.- Impact of Hospital Size and Location on Feasibility of RRS.- Barriers to the Implementation of RRS.

Fields of interestIntensive / Critical Care Medicine; Emergency Medicine; Anesthesiology


M. Feuerstein, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD, USA

Work and Cancer SurvivorsCancer survivors are returning to the workplace in higher numbers than ever before. This is a positive outcome of the “war on cancer”, however, many of these cancer survivors face the possibility of illness- or treatment-related complications; employer discrimination or harassment; and other serious concerns. Cancer Survivorship and Work reviews many of the issues relevant to cancer survivors in the workplace from the survivors’, employers’, and global perspectives. This interdis-ciplinary and international volume brings together experts in fields as varied as epidemiology, economics, rehabilitation, psychology, human factors and ergonomics; law, and public policy to create a unique, up-to-date reference of what is currently known and what needs to be considered in the future.

Features7 Cancer survivorship and work is a burgeoning area of research as an increasing number of cancer patients are surviving for the long term 7 Eighty percent of cancer survivors return to work 7 First authoritative and interdisciplinary compi-lation of chapters written by experts to help move research and practice forward in the important area of work and cancer survivorship

From the contentsSection I Introduction.- Chapter 1 Work in cancer survivors .- Section II Epidemiology.- Chapter 2 Descriptive epidemiology of return to work and work limitations: Prevalence and patterns among various cancer types.- Chapter 3 Qualita-tive studies of work in cancer survivors.- Chapter 4 Factors impacting work.- Chapter 5. Burden of work: Economic analyses.- Section III Models.- Chapter 6 Models of work and cancer survivors.- Section IV Measurement.- Chapter 8 Methods used to measure work productivity in chronic illness.

Fields of interestRehabilitation; Public Health/Gesundheitswesen; Oncology


J. Giba, Sentmenat, Spain; R. Ribes, Córdoba, Spain

Preparing and Delivering Scientific PresentationsA Complete Guide for International Medical Scientists

This book is intended to be the last in Ramón Ribes’ “Medical English” series, which is aimed at health care professionals who need English for their work but do not speak English on a day-to-day basis. Although much of the information provided will be useful for scientists of all back-grounds and nationalities, the book is aimed espe-cially at non-native English-speaking physicians and biomedical scientists. It offers clear advice on a variety of topics relevant to the successful prepa-ration and delivery of scientific presentations. Alongside guidance on the actual preparation and delivery of talks, helpful information is provided on such potential difficulties as dealing with ques-tions, chairing sessions, and use of appropriate English. The book will offer encouragement for those embarking on a career in international science as well as practical advice on how to deal with a wide range of situations that may develop in the context of an international congress.

Features7 Adopts a "can-do" approach, showing how non-native English speakers can overcome the difficulties of preparing and delivering scientific presentations in English 7 Tackles usually over-looked aspects of preparing and delivering scien-tific presentations related to language usage and the culture of international scientific congresses 7 Provides tips to help readers improve their English while preparing talks

From the contentsTo Speak or Not to Speak? Ten Questions to Ask Yourself before Agreeing to Give a Presenta-tion.- Preparing a Talk.- Useful Language for Scientific Presentations.- Common Mistakes in English.- Delivering a Talk.- The Dreaded Ques-tions and Comments Section.- Chairing a Session.- Attending an International Scientific Course.

Fields of interestMedicine/Public Health, general; Biomedicine general; Life Sciences, general


Type of publicationHandbook

Due December 2010

2011. XVIII, 438 p. 44 illus. Softcover

7 € 59,95 | £53.997 * € (D) 64,15 | € (A) 65,95 | sFr 86,00ISBN 978-0-387-92852-4

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2011. XXIII, 350 p. Softcover

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Type of publicationManual

Due February 2011

2011. 140 p. 14 illus., 9 in color. Softcover


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A. Graziottin, Centro di Ginecologia e Sessuologia Medica, Milano, Italy; F. Murina

VulvodiniaStrategie di diagnosi e cura

Il dolore cronico vulvare, o “vulvodinia”, è una patologia diffusa che può avere un forte impatto sul benessere della donna. Nonostante sia frequent-emente osservata nella pratica clinica quotidiana, resta un disturbo trascurato e può richiedere anche molti anni per essere correttamentediagnosticato. Il volume offre un panorama conciso delle ultimis-sime acquisizioni sulla diagnosi e la cura della vulvodinia e delle sue numerose comorbilità, ha un formato facile da leggere, con molti consigli pratici, e aiuta ad affrontare rapidamente ed efficacemente tutte le complesse e delicate problematicheche sottendono il disturbo. Questo libro si rivolge ai medici motivati a migliorare la qualità di vita delle donne che soffrono di vulvodinia, e in particolare ai Ginecologi e ai Medici di Medicina Generale.

Features7 Ad oggi nessuna pubblicazione specifica sull'argomento 7 Must have per i medici Generali e le figure professionali coinvolte in ambito ginecologico 7 Approccio didattico e funzionale, per un apprendimento passo dopo passo

From the contents1 Epidemiologia del dolore vulvare e comorbilità sessuali 2 Vulvodinia: che cos’è in realtà Caratter-istiche del doloreDefinizioni Impatto della vulvo-dinia sulla salute fisica e psicosessuale Conclusioni 3 Vulvodinia e dispareunia: come affrontarle Affrontare i problemi sessuali nel setting clinico Vaginismo e dispareunia: in che modo possono contribuire alla vulvodinia?Fisiopatologia Approccio clinico Consigli pratici Conclusioni 4 Vulvodinia: che cosa dicono le donne? Conclu-sioni 5 Vulvodinia: che cosa la provoca. Fisiopa-tologia del dolore vulvareIntroduzione Quanto è complessa la trasmissione del dolore vulvare all’interno del sistema nervoso centrale?

Fields of interestOstetricia/perinatologia; Ginecologia; Terapia del dolore


L. L. Gunderson, Mayo Foundation, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Scottsdale, AZ, USA; C. G. Willett, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC, USA; F. A. Calvo, University Hospital Gregorio Maranon, Madrid, Spain; L. B. Harrison, Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, NY, USA (Eds.)

Intraoperative IrradiationTechniques and Results

The rationale for using intraoperative irradiation (IORT) is based on the realization that tolerable doses of eternal beam radiation are often insuffi-cient to achieve control of locally advanced malig-nancies. In these instances, the IORT component of treatment becomes the optimal conformal tech-nique of irradiation, since dose-limiting organs or structures can either be surgically displaced or protected by placement of lead shielding.This fully revised and expanded second edition is of interest to those with intraoperative electron (IOERT) capabilities, high-dose-rate brachytherapy (HDR-IORT) capabilities, or both. Techniques, indica-tions, and results are discussed by disease site.

Features7 Details IORT indications, techniques, and results 7 Covers issues of basic science and physics 7 Provides a more balanced presentation of techniques and results by disease-site 7 Multi-national and multi-disciplinary author-ship including both radiation oncologists and surgeons

Fields of interestOncology


O. Hameed, S. Wei, G. P. Siegal, University of Alabama at Birmingham, AL, USA

Frozen Section Library: BoneFrozen sections are performed while a patient is undergoing surgery as a basis for making an immediate diagnosis that will impact treatment decisions. Frozen section diagnosis is often a highly demanding situation for the patholo-gist who must render a diagnosis quickly for the patient and surgeon.The Frozen Section Library series will provide concise, user-friendly, site specific handbooks that are well illustrated and highlight the pitfalls, artifacts and differential diagnosis issues that arise in the hurried frozen section scenario.

Features7 Well Illustrated 7 Concise Handbook 7 Site Specific

ContentsINTRODUCTION.- BONE/OSTEOID PRODUCING LESIONS.- CARTILAGE-PRODUCING LESIONS.- FIBROUS AND FIBROHISTIOCYSTIC LESIONS.- GIANT CELL RICH LESIONS.- SMALL/ROUND CELL LESIONS.- CYSTIC AND VASCULAR LESIONS.- EPITHELIAL LESIONS.- SUGGESTED READINGS

Field of interestPathology


Type of publicationMonografia

Disponibile

2011. X, 102 pagg. 40 figg., 20 a colori. Brossura

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Due April 2011

2nd ed. 2011. X, 490 p. 103 illus., 78 in color. (Current Clinical Oncology) Hardcover


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Type of publicationHandbook

Due March 2011

2011. 96 p. 123 illus., 101 in color. (Frozen Section Library, Series 0) Softcover

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C. D. Johnson, University of Southampton, UK; C. W. Imrie, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, UK (Eds.)

Pancreatic DiseaseProtocols and Clinical Research

This book will contain the conclusions of a meeting from March 2007, of about 25 experts in pancreatology working together in small groups and plenary sessions to define the current state of knowledge in specific areas, and to develop ideal protocols and research questions for future investigation.

Features7 Up to dateIdentifies current research areas 7 Suggests most appropriate studies that need to be performed to advance knowledge 7 Strong international list of collaborators/contributors; derived from a compressed consensus meeting ensuring wide acceptability and interest of the proposals

ContentsAcute pancreatitis in intensive care.- Antibiotic prophylaxis in acute severe pancreatitis: Should we have a further study?.- Designing an optimal study for the management of infected pancreatic necrosis.- Nutrition in acute pancreatitis.- An optimal randomized study for pain control in acute pancreatitis.- Endoscopic versus surgical drainage for chronic pancreatitis.- Duodenum preserving pancreatic resection with pancreatic duct drainage: What is the role of supraduo-denal biliary drainage?.- Pain management and nutritional support in non-resectable pancreatic cancer.- Endoscopic therapy in the palliation of non-resectable pancreatic cancer.- Pancre-atic endocrine tumors.- Botulinum toxin and the sphincter of Oddi.- The role of the systemic inflammatory response in predicting outcome in patients with pancreatic cancer.- The European Study Group for Pancreatic Cancer (ESPAC) Trials.

Fields of interestGastroenterology; Pain Medicine; Oncology


M. E. Juweid, Department of Radiology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA; O. S. Hoekstra, Department of Nuclear Medicine & PET Research, VU University Medical Centre, Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Eds.)

Positron Emission Tomography

Oncological imaging has thoroughly changed in the past decade, especially due to the introduction of PET and 18FDG. In Positron Emission Tomog-raphy, expert referring specialists and professional imagers seek to help bridge some of the knowledge gaps in several oncological domains. The book’s goal is to aid in the improvement of communica-tive competences: to communicate scan findings so that the referring specialist receives proper advice from the imager, and that, alternatively, the referring one provides the imager with appropriate clinical details to allow for a proper interpreta-tion, and that the referring specialist is aware of the possibilities and limitations of the requested technology. While it focuses on FDG PET, other radiopharmaceuticals are covered as well, where appropriate.

Features7 Seeks to improve the vital communication between specialists and imagers 7 Features concrete, practical techniques as written by experts in diagnosis and image interpretation 7 Includes key implementation advice

From the contentsFDG-PET/CT in Lymphoma.- FDG PET Imaging of Head and Neck Cancers.- PET and PET-CT of Lung Cancer.- PET-CT in Radiotherapy for Lung Cancer.- PET and PET-CT in Esophageal and Gastric Cancer.- FDG PET and PET/CT for Colorectal Cancer.- Functional Imaging of Neuro-endocrine Tumors.- Melanoma.- Breast Cancer.- Gynecological Cancers.

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Radiotherapy


S. Kee, Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, USA; J. Gehl, Center of Experimental Drug and Gene Electrotransfer (C*EDGE), Department of Oncology, Copenhagen University Hospital Herlev, Herlev, Denmark; E. W. Lee, Division of Interventional Radiology, Department of Radiology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, USA (Eds.)

Clinical Aspects of Electroporation

Electroporation is the forefront in tumor ablation. This book presents the basic principles and clinical applications of electroporation, including the latest research results and patient data. A comprehen-sive approach to the basic science behind the development of this ground-breaking technique and its introduction into clinical practice, the book discusses the entire spectrum of currently available reversible treatments, the emerging irreversible applications, and their impact on patient care. Clinical Aspects of Electroporation is the first book intended for clinicians on this extremely important and rapidly developing field.

Features7 Establishes the first reference on the science and clinical applications of electroporation 7 Discusses the full history and current develop-ments of this ground-breaking technology 7 Presents the latest research results and patient data 7 Provides an essential resource for physi-cians and scientists

From the contentsIntroduction to Electroporation.- Electroporation and cellular physiology.- The cell in the electric field.- Understanding Electric Fields for Clinical Use.- Generators and Applicators – Equipment for Electroporation.- Cell electropermeabilization and cellular uptake of small molecules: the electroche-motherapy concept.- Vascular-disrupting action of electrochemotherapy: mode of action and therapeutic implications.

Fields of interestInterventional Radiology; Imaging / Radiology; Medical Biochemistry



Due February 2011

Only available in print

2011. X, 115 p. 6 illus., 2 in color. Softcover

7 € 49,95 | £44.997 * € (D) 53,45 | € (A) 54,95 | sFr 72,00ISBN 978-0-85729-238-4

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Due March 2011

2011. 380 p. 121 illus., 71 in color. (Methods in Molecular Biology, Volume 727) Hardcover

7 € 89,95 | £81.007 * € (D) 96,25 | € (A) 98,95 | sFr 129,00ISBN 978-1-61779-061-4

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A. J. Larner, Walton Centre, Liverpool, UK; A. J. Coles, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK; N. J. Scolding, Institute of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Bristol, UK; R. A. Barker, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK

A-Z of Neurological Practice, Second EditionA Guide to Clinical Neurology

The Second Edition of A-Z of Neurological Prac-tice builds on the previous edition with revised and updated information in a high density but easily accessible format to provide a quick and ready reference for busy clinicians of all degrees of experience. Entries for specific neurological conditions are uniformly structured indicating: Pathophysiology; Clinical Features; Investigations and Diagnosis; Differential Diagnosis; Treatment and Prognosis. Key references are cited throughout and all entries are cross referenced. A-Z of Neuro-logical Practice, Second Edition is a practical, authoritative guide that will become an invalu-able resource for neurologists in clinical practice, neurology trainees and all those involved with the treatment of neurological disorders.

Features7 Alphabetical listing of entries to allow ease of access to information 7 Brief, focussed entries for each condition with high density of information presentation 7 Structured entries to facilitate quick access to specific information required, e.g. appropriate investigations, treatment options 7 Key references cited and all entries cross referenced.

Fields of interestNeurology; Emergency Medicine


T. M. Link, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging, University of California at San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, USA (Ed.)

Cartilage ImagingSignificance, Techniques, and New Developments

This authoritative book provides state-of-the-art practices and new developments in the imaging of cartilage, associated pathologies, and repair proce-dures. With a main focus on MRI, major advances in cartilage imaging are put into clinical context relevant for radiologists, rheumatologists, and orthopedic surgeons. International experts provide their insights on cartilage pathologies associated with such conditions as osteoarthritis, osteochon-dral trauma, and cartilage repair. Morphological MRI techniques are outlined, including new sequences and high field imaging. Molecular imaging techniques able to characterize the biochemical composition of the cartilage matrix are discussed, such as T2 relaxation time, T1rho, and dGEMRIC methods.The first book of its kind, Cartilage Imaging: Significance, Techniques, and New Developments encompasses the full scope of knowledge in this rapidly evolving field. Identi-fying key techniques for characterizing disease processes as well as objectively and quantitatively evaluating the results of therapy, this outstanding resource is of benefit to all physicians interested in assessing cartilage disease and repair.

Features7 Presents available and emerging imaging modalities with a main focus on MRI 7 Outlines new morphological and molecular imaging tech-niques 7 Illustrates the anatomy and histology of cartilage in correlation to normal and pathologic imaging findings 7 Discusses imaging findings in relations to clinical findings

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology; Rheumatology


M. J. Martin, MD, FACS, A. C. Beekley, MD, FACS, Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, WA, USA (Eds.)

Front Line SurgeryA Practical Approach

Both editors are active duty officers and surgeons in the U.S. Army. Dr. Martin is a fellowship trained trauma surgeon who is currently the Trauma Medical Director at Madigan Army Medical Center. He has served as the Chief of Surgery with the 47th Combat Support Hospital (CSH) in Tikrit, Iraq in 2005 to 2006, and most recently as the Chief of Trauma and General Surgery with the 28th CSH in Baghdad, Iraq in 2007 to 2008. He has published multiple peer-reviewed journal articles and surgical chapters. He presented his latest work analyzing trauma-related deaths in the current war and strategies to reduce them at the 2008 annual meeting of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Beekley is the former Trauma Medical Director at Madigan Army Medical Center. He has multiple combat deployments to both Iraq and Afghanistan, and has served in a variety of leadership roles with both Forward Surgical Teams (FST) and Combat Support Hospitals (CSH).

Features7 Concisely written, practical knowledge written by veterans of combat surgery 7 A large number of full color images illustrate difficult techniques and situations 7 This handbook is designed to provide the most necessary and practical knowl-edge needed by Surgeons working on the front lines

Fields of interestSurgery; Abdominal Surgery; General Surgery


Type of publicationProfessional book

Due January 2011

Originally published by Cambridge University Press.

2nd Ed. 2011. 290 p. Softcover

7 € 39,95 | £35.997 * € (D) 42,75 | € (A) 43,95 | sFr 57,50ISBN 978-1-84882-993-0

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Due April 2011



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2011. XXII, 350 p. 395 illus., 225 in color. Softcover

7 € 69,95 | £62.997 * € (D) 74,85 | € (A) 76,95 | sFr 100,50ISBN 978-1-4419-6078-8

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S. N. Narouze, Summa Western Reserve Hospital, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA (Ed.)

Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Procedures in Interventional Pain Management

This book is the first and definitive reference in the growing field of ultrasonography in pain medicine. Each chapter details all you need to know to perform a specific block. Comparative anatomy and sonoanatomy of the various soft tissues are featured, and tips and tricks for correct placement of the ultrasound probe and admimistration of the injection are described in detail. All the major peripheral nerve blocks are discussed as well as the various injections of the spine, pelvis, and muscu-loskeletal system.

Features7 First book in exploding field of USPM 7 Written by world’s leading experts 7 Profusely illustrated with 465 figures (350 in full color)Step-by-step coverage of procedures 7 Covers US-guided pain blocks in acute perioperative and chronic pain clinic settings 7 Includes section on US-guided musculoskeletal applications

From the contentsSection I: Imaging in Interventional Pain Manage-ment and Basics of Ultrasonography.- Imaging in Interventional Pain Management.- Basics of Ultrasound Imaging.- Essential Knobology for Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia and Interventional Pain Management.- How to Improve Needle Visibility.- Section II: Spine Sonoanatomy and Ultrasound-Guided Spine Injections.- Spine Anatomy and Sonoanatomy for Pain Physicians.- Ultrasound-Guided Third Occipital Nerve and Cervical Medial Branch Nerve Blocks.- Ultrasound-Guided Cervical Zygapophysial (Facet) Intraarticular Injection.- Ultrasound-Guided Cervical Nerve Root Block.- Ultrasound-Guided Thoracic Paravertebral Block.- Ultrasound-Guided Lumbar Zygapophysial (Facet) Nerve Block.- Ultrasound-Guided Lumbar Nerve Root (Periradicular) Injections.

Fields of interestPain Medicine; Anesthesiology; Interventional Radiology


C. Nieder, University of Wisconsin, Madison, WI, USA; J. A. Langendijk, University Medical Center Groningen, The Netherlands (Eds.)

Re-irradiation: New FrontiersNew developments such as refined combined modality approaches and significant technical advances in radiation treatment planning and delivery are facilitating the re-irradiation of previ-ously exposed volumes. As a consequence, both palliative and curative approaches can be pursued at various disease sites. Re-irradiation: New Frontiers is the first book to provide a comprehen-sive overview on current re-irradiation strategies. Re-irradiation methods, technical aspects, the role of combined therapy with anticancer drugs and hyperthermia, and normal tissue tolerance are all discussed in detail. In addition, disease-specific chapters document recent clinical results and future research directions.

Features7 A comprehensive overview on current re-irra-diation strategies that will assist professionals in understanding the benefits and limitations of re-irradiation and in designing prospective trials 7 Discusses re-irradiation methods, technical aspects, the role of combined therapy, and normal tissue tolerance 7 Documents recent clinical results and future research directions in respect of different disease sites

ContentsNormal Tissue Tolerance to Re-irradiation.- A Role for Hyper- and Ultrafractionation?- Hyper-thermia and Re-Irradiation.- Increased Thera-peutic Ratio with Sensitizers, Cytotoxic Drugs, Targeted Agents?.- Reduced Normal Tissue Doses through Advanced Technology: IMRT, IGRT….- Brain Tumors.- Eye Tumors.- Head and Neck Cancer.- Lung Cancer.- Breast Cancer.- Prostate Cancer.- Rectal Cancer.- Gynecologic Cancer.- Sarcoma.- Bone Metastases.- Brain Metastases.- Subject Index.

Fields of interestImaging / Radiology; Radiotherapy; Oncology


M. N. Pamir, Acibadem University, Istanbul, Turkey; V. Seifert, Johann Wolfgang Goethe University, Frankfurt, Germany; T. Kiris, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Turkey (Eds.)

Intraoperative ImagingPresents and discusses technological advances, clinical applications, and socioeconomics aspects of intraoperative imaging.

Features7 Presents and discusses technological advances, clinical applications, and socioeconomics aspects of intraoperative imaging

Fields of interestNeurosurgery



Due December 2010

2011. XXVIII, 372 p. 465 illus., 350 in color. Hardcover

7 € 139,95 | £126.007 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-1-4419-1679-2

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Due May 2011

2011. 300 p. 50 illus., 25 in color. (Medical Radiology / Radiation Oncology) Hardcover

7 € 179,95 | £162.007 * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,94 | sFr 258,00ISBN 978-3-642-12467-9

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Type of publicationCollected works

Available

2011. X, 300 p. 100 illus. (Acta Neurochirurgica Supplementum, Supplement 109) Hardcover

7 € 179,95 | £162.007 * € (D) 192,55 | € (A) 197,94 | sFr 258,00ISBN 978-3-211-99650-8

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C. P. Panayiotopoulos, St. Thomas Hospital, Oxford, UK

Antiepileptic Drugs, Pharmacopoeia

Antiepileptic Drugs, Pharmacopoeia provides a concise guide to the properties and clinical applications of all antiepileptic drugs (AED) currently used in the prophylactic treatment of epileptic seizures. The presentation of each AED follows a clinically orientated template. This is in accordance with the FDA Package insert and the EMA Summary of Product Characteristics, supplemented with recent published reports and expert clinical advice. This pocket-sized, user-friendly guide will be a valuable resource for all those involved in the care of patients with epileptic seizures.

Features7 Concise, authoritative guide for all those involved in the care patients with epileptic seizures 7 Includes the properties and clinical applica-tions of all antiepileptic drugs currently used in the prophylactic treatment of epileptic seizures 7 From an internationally renowned leader and expert in the diagnosis, treatment and manage-ment of epilepsy

ContentsIntroduction.- Recommended sources of information.- Acetazolamide.- Benzodi-azepines.- Carbamazepine.- Clobazam.- Clonazepam.- Eslicarbazepine acetate.- Ethosuximide.- Felbamate.- Gabapentin.- Lacosamide.- Lamotrigine.- Levetiracetam.- Oxcarbazepine.- Phenobarbital.- Phenytoin.- Pregabalin.- Rufinamide.- Stiripentol.- Sulthiame.- Tiagabine.- Topiramate.- Valproate.- Vigabatrin.- Zonisamide.- References

Fields of interestNeurology; Pediatrics; Internal Medicine


D. R. Patel, D. E. Greydanus, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI, USA; H. A. Omar, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KT, USA; J. Merrick, Child Health and Human Development, Jerusalem, Israel (Eds.)

Neurodevelopmental DisabilitiesClinical Care for Children and Young Adults

Increasingly more and more children with developmental disabilities survive into adulthood. Pediatricians and other clinicians are called upon to care for an increasing number of children with developmental disabilities in their practice and thus there is a need for a practical guide specifi-cally written for paediatricians and primary care clinicians that addresses major concepts of neuro-developmental pediatrics.

Features7 Emphasis on topics of interest in daily practice 7 Clear and concise presentation of complex concepts 7 Consistent style supported by easily accessible tables and figures

From the contentsForeword: I Leslie Rubin, MD.- Chapter 1: Neurodevelopmental disabilities: Introduction and epidemiology, Dilip Patel and Joav Merrick.- Chapter 2: Basic concepts of developmental diagnosis, Dilip Patel.- Chapter 3: Psychological assessment and testing, Margo Adams Larsen, Erin Tentis-Berglund, Robin Joseph and Helen D Pratt.- Chapter 4: Inborn errors of metabo-lism, Manmohan Kamboj .- Chapter 5: Genetic evaluation in developmental disabilities, Helga Toriello .- Chapter 6: Neurodevelopmental aspects of common genetic syndromes, Helga Toriello .- Chapter 7: Autism spectrum disorders, Ahsan Nazeer.- Chapter 8: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Donald E Greydanus .- Chapter 9: Sleep in children and adolescents with neurobehavioral disorders, Bantu Chhangani and Donald E Grey-danus.- Chapter 10: Learning disabilities, Helen D Pratt and Donald E Greydanus.- Chapter 11: Intel-lectual disability, Dilip Patel and Joav Merrick.

Fields of interestMedicine/Public Health, general; Neurosciences; General Practice / Family Medicine


L. S. Pescatello, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT; S. M. Roth, University of Maryland, College Park, MD (Eds.)

Exercise GenomicsExercise Genomics encompasses the translation of exercise genomics into preventive medicine by presenting a broad overview of the rapidly expanding research examining the role of genetics and genomics within the areas of exercise perfor-mance and health-related physical activity. Leading researchers from a number of the key exercise genomics research groups around the world have been brought together to provide updates and analysis on the key discoveries of the past decade, as well as lend insights and opinion about the future of exercise genomics, especially within the contexts of translational and personalized medicine.

Features7 Key discoveries of the past decade 7 Transla-tion of exercise genomics into preventive medicine 7 Cutting edge methodological advances

From the contentsForeward: Exercise, Fitness and Performance Genomics Poised to Make Significant Contribu-tions to Health and Performance Traits.- Funda-mental Concepts in Exercise Genomics.- Statistical and Methodological Considerations in Exercise Genomics.- Can You Be Born a Couch Potato? The Genomic Regulation of Physical Activity.- Inter-action between Exercise and Genetics in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: An Epidemiological Perspec-tive.- The Interaction between Genetic Variation and Exercise and Physical Activity in the Determi-nation of Body Composition and Obesity Status.

Fields of interestSports Medicine; Metabolic Diseases; Molecular Medicine



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2011. XI, 108 p. Softcover

7 € 24,95 | £22.997 * € (D) 26,70 | € (A) 27,44 | sFr 36,00ISBN 978-0-85729-011-3

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Due February 2011

2011. 350 p. Hardcover

7 € 139,95 | £126.007 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-94-007-0626-2

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Due March 2011

2011. 246 p. 14 illus., 3 in color. (Molecular and Translational Medicine) Hardcover

7 € 139,95 | £126.007 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-1-60761-354-1

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M. Z. Siemionow, Cleveland Clinic, OH, USA (Ed.)

The Know-How of Face Transplantation

The book is laid out in 6 sections:1. Preclinical Approaches to Face Transplantation2. Clinical Aspects in Preparation to Face Transplantation in Humans3. Approval Process of Face Transplanta-tion in Humans4. Social and Public Relations in Face Transplantation5. World Experience with Face Transplantation in Humans6. Future Direc-tions in Face TransplantationThis book spans the entire process of a face transplantation, from detailing the anatomy of the face to considering the social and ethical challenges of the procedure. This rigorous presentation of face transplantation also includes the anesthesia involved, the role of Institutional Review Boards in approving the oper-ation, the financial aspects and media response. Since the authorship is international, the book considers the different perspectives, approaches and responses from across the world.

Features7 The authorship is both international and uniquely authoritative so the reader can be sure they are being presented with the most cutting-edge and informative account of face transplan-tation 7 Including a significant number of diagrams, tables and color figures documenting step-by-step the process of preparation for face transplantation 7 This book is laid out clearly and accessibly so that a broad readership, and not just surgeons, will find it informative

Fields of interestTransplant Surgery; Theory of Medicine/Bioethics


A. Tannapfel, University of Bochum, Germany (Ed.)

Malignant MesotheliomaMalignant mesothelioma is an aggressive and fatal neoplasm of serous membranes that still shows a rising incidence worldwide. This book covers all the important aspects of the disease by bringing together contributions from selected experts in the fields of epidemiology, imaging, pathological diagnosis, therapy, genetics, and screening. Special emphasis is placed on the latest diagnostic techniques and current therapy standards. In addi-tion, the mineralogy of asbestos is reviewed and clear advice is included on the analysis of tissue mineral fiber content. By providing a compact, scientifically based, and up-to-date overview of the management of malignant mesothelioma, this volume will be invaluable for all clinicians and pathologists who are engaged in the diagnosis and treatment of the disease or in related research.

Features7 A compact, scientifically based, and up-to-date overview of the management of malignant mesothelioma 7 Places special emphasis on the latest diagnostic techniques and current therapy standards 7 Includes detailed relevant informa-tion on epidemiology, genetics and molecular biology, and screening 7 Written by selected experts in the field

ContentsMineralogy of asbestos.- Epidemiology of meso-thelioma and historical background.- Imaging of mesothelioma.- Biopsy techniques and cytological analysis for the diagnosis of mesothelioma.- Pathohistological diagnosis and differential diagnosis.- Mesothelioma and analysis of tissue mineral fiber content.- Surgical therapy of meso-thelioma.- Chemotherapy and radiotherapy of mesothelioma.- Genetics and molecular biology of mesothelioma.- Early stages of mesothelioma, screening and biomarkers.

Field of interestOncology


G. Tilles, Bibliothèque Henri-Feulard, Paris, France

Dermatologie des 19e et 20e sièclesMutations et controverses

La dermatologie du 19e et du 20e siècle a été marquée par des innovations qui ont transformé de manière définitive le contenu de la discipline. Cet ouvrage propose une sélection de ces innova-tions reposant sur l’association de trois critères: mutation intellectuelle ou structurelle, contexte politique et social, valeur heuristique. Chaque transformation a fait l’objet de controverses; toute-fois, certaines de ces controverses ont occupé une place particulière dans l’histoire de la dermatologie aux 19e et 20e siècles. Celles-ci font l’objet d’un chapitre particulier.

Features7 Pas d'ouvrage sur le suje 7 tNombreuses illustrations méconnues 7 Un chapitre entier consacré aux controverses qui ont marqué l'hitoire de la dermatologie des 19e et 20e siècles

Fields of interestDermatologie



Due February 2011

2011. X, 340 p. 273 illus., 262 in color. Hardcover

7 € 159,95 | £144.007 * € (D) 171,15 | € (A) 175,94 | sFr 229,50ISBN 978-0-85729-252-0

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Due April 2011

2011. 200 p. 140 illus., 40 in color. (Recent Results in Cancer Research, Volume 189) Hardcover

7 € 139,95 | £126.007 * € (D) 149,75 | € (A) 153,94 | sFr 201,00ISBN 978-3-642-10861-7Subscription price, valid for subscribers of the whole series7 € 109,95 | £99.007 * € (D) 117,65 | € (A) 120,95 | sFr 158,00

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Type of publicationMonographie

A paraître février 2011

2011. IV, 196 p. 93 ill., 8 en couleurs. Broché


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F. Tomaiuolo, Unità Cerebrolesioni Acquisite, Volterra, Italy; C. Caltagirone, Università di Roma, Italy; M. Petrides, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada (Eds.)

Citoarchitettonica cerebrale umanaIl contributo di un vecchio atlante di anatomia all’acquisizione delle nuove conoscenze sul cervello.

Nel 1925, Economo e Koskinas pubblicarono l’atlante più accurato e completo sulla citoarchitet-tonica della corteccia cerebrale umana mai realiz-zato. Una sintesi del contenuto dell’atlante venne in seguito resa disponibile in tedesco e tradotta in italiano, inglese e francese. Il valore scientifico di quest’opera è divenuto più significativo negli ultimi vent’anni con l’avvento delle tecniche di neuroimaging funzionale, le quali consentono persino di rilevare specifici focolai di atti-vazione nella corteccia cerebrale umana durante l’esecuzione di compiti cognitivi. Questa riedizione in italiano è stata ampliata rispetto all’originale con l’aggiunta della mappa dei solchi e dei giri del cervello. Inoltre, è stata inclusa la tabella delle corrispondenze tra le aree individuate da Economo e Koskinas e quelle descritte da Brodmann. Il volume sarà di grande interesse per tutti coloro che desiderano approfondire la relazione tra la struttura del cervello e le sue funzioni; rappre-senterà inoltre un utile strumento di lavoro per i professionisti che utilizzano le neuroimmagini nella loro pratica quotidiana, quali neurofisiologi, neuropsicologi, neuroradiologi, neurologi e neuro-chirurghi.

Fields of interestMedicina; Psicologia, generale;


N. Vadivelu, Yale University of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA; R. D. Urman, Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA; R. L. Hines, Nicholas M. Greene Professor of Anesthesiology, Department Chair and Chief, Anesthesiology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut, USA (Eds.)

Essentials of Pain Management

This concise, evidence-based text contains essential topics important for every pain manage-ment student, trainee, and practitioner. Both acute and chronic pain management principles and techniques are discussed, while numerous case vignettes help reinforce basic concepts and improve clinical decision making. Throughout, a multidisciplinary approach to pain is stressed. Behavioral and physical therapies, plus ethical considerations, are also discussed in this indis-pensable guide for anyone involved in the manage-ment of pain.

Features7 Case studies helps illustrate specific pain management challenges 7 Focuses on a multi-disciplinary approach to painIndispensable in preparing for exams

From the contentsPart 1. Introduction.- 1. Introduction to Pain Management, Historical Perspectives, and Careers in Pain Management.- 2.Multidisciplinary Approach to Pain Management.- Part 2. Anatomy and Physiology.- 3.Anatomic and Physiologic Principles.- 4.Acute and Chronic Mechanisms of Pain.- Part 3. Clinical Principles.- 5.Assessment of Pain: Complete Patient Evaluation.- 6.Diag-nostic Testing in Pain Management.- Part 4. Pharmacology.- 7.Opioids: Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics.- 8.Opioids: Basic Concepts in Clinical Practice.- 9.Non-opioid Analgesics in Pain Management.- 10.Alternative and Herbal Pharmaceuticals.- 11.Importance of Placebo Effect in Pain Management.- Part 5. Non-pharmacologic Management of Pain.

Fields of interestAnesthesiology; Pain Medicine; General Practice / Family Medicine


S. W. Wiesel, J. N. Delahay, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA (Eds.)

Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery

Based on the successful formula of three previous editions.

Features7 Convenient study source for medical students 7 Good clinical reference for young surgeons, residents, nurses, and physician assistants 7 Multiple-choice questions similar to those on the boards are included

ContentsBasic Science of Bone and Cartilage Metabo-lism.- Skeletal Trauma.- Orthopedic Infections.- Tumors of the Musculoskeletal System.- Children’s Orthopedics.- Sports Medicine.- The Spine.- The Shoulder.- The Elbow.- The Hand.- The Hip and Femur.- The Knee.- The Foot and Ankle.- Case Studies.- Glossary.

Fields of interestSurgical Orthopedics; Orthopedics; Sports Medi-cine


Type of publicationMonografia

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Nuova edizione italiana della Citoarchitettonica della corteccia cerebrale umana di C. Economo

2011. 224 pagg. 88 figg., 8 a colori. Cartonato

7 € 48,03 | £43.997 * € (D) 51,39 | € (A) 52,83 | sFr 69,00ISBN 978-88-470-1725-2

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Due January 2011

2011. XI, 1073 p. 114 illus. Softcover

7 € 74,95 | £67.997 * € (D) 80,20 | € (A) 82,45 | sFr 107,50ISBN 978-0-387-87578-1

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Originally published by W.B. Saunders 1993, 1997

4th ed. 2011. XII, 522 p. 161 illus., 32 in color. Softcover

7 € 59,95 | £53.997 * € (D) 64,15 | € (A) 65,95 | sFr 86,00ISBN 978-1-4419-1388-3

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R. A. Williams, Minority Health Institute, Inc., Los Angeles, CA, USA (Ed.)

Healthcare Disparities at the Crossroads with Healthcare Reform

Building upon the success of Dr. Williams’s widely influential book Eliminating Healthcare Dispari-ties in America: Beyond the IOM Report, this new volume takes a fresh and timely look at the state of healthcare reform and the progress and problems we face in the pursuit of healthcare equality. This book focuses on how the elimination of dispari-ties can be accomplished through targeted efforts made within the context of reform. Comprising the combined efforts of the nation’s best health policy analysts, researchers, key opinion leaders and clinicians, this book addresses both current and impending legislation and future move-ments in healthcare. With the knowledge that the problem of disparities extends beyond the present political arena into the larger scope of all aspects of healthcare delivery, the authors provide critical analysis of the causation of disparities, insightful examples of what has worked, and a striking call to action with implementable strategies for advancing equality.

Features7 A striking call to action with implementable strategies for advancing equity 7 Provides helpful examples of what has worked 7 A compendium of evidence-based data, informed opinions, expert analyses, issue-related studies, and progres-sive strategies provided by the best experts and authorities on the subject of healthcare disparities and reform

Fields of interestMedicine/Public Health, general; Internal Medi-cine



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