Author : Anne M. Larson
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 21,60 MB
Release : 2014-01-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323287131
Chronic liver diseases progressively destruct liver tissue, leading to fibrosis and cirrhosis. Liver diseases can be caused by viral, autoimmune, or toxic (drugs/alcohol). Most conditions can be managed pharmacologically for indefinite periods of time. The articles in this issue will review best practices for managing and treating patients who present with these chronic problems, like hepatitis, nonalcoholic fatty liver, end stage liver disease, and drug-induced injuries.
Author : Paul Aronowitz
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 20,72 MB
Release : 2022-05-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323919995
In this issue of Medical Clinics of North America, guest editor Dr. Paul Aronowitz brings his considerable expertise to the topic of the Disease-Based Physical Examination. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as cancer, diabetes, endocrinopathies, movement disorders, HIV infection, valvular heart disease, and more. - Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, cirrhosis, congestive heart failure, delirium, dementia, and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on the disease-based physical exam, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents 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.
Author : Pere Ginès
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 583 pages
File Size : 22,1 MB
Release : 2010-11-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1607618664
Chronic liver failure is a frequent condition in clinical practice that encompasses all manifestations of patients with end-stage liver diseases. Chronic liver failure is a multiorgan syndrome that affects the liver, kidneys, brain, heart, lungs, adrenal glands, and vascular, coagulation, and immune systems. Chronic Liver Failure: Mechanisms and Management covers for the first time all aspects of chronic liver failure in a single book, from pathogenesis to current management. Each chapter is written by a worldwide known expert in their area and all provide the latest state-of-the-art knowledge. This volume is specifically designed to provide answers to clinical questions to all doctors dealing with patients with liver diseases, not only clinical gastroenterologists and hepatologists, but also to internists, nephrologists, intensive care physicians, and transplant surgeons.
Author : Lawrence Samuel Friedman
Publisher :
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 19,81 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780443066337
Here's instant access to the symptoms, signs, differential diagnosis, and treatment for the full range of liver disorders. Written by an international 'who's who' of hepatology-and now in full color-this new 2nd Edition provides readers with top-notch, authoritative guidance they can count on! Discusses the hottest topics in the field, such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and the latest information on liver transplantation. Includes expanded coverage of chronic hepatitis C, most notably the use of combination therapy with peginterferon and ribavirin and improvements in the management of the side effects of antiviral therapy. Offers the most recent therapeutic options for the management of chronic hepatitis B and advances in the understanding of the molecular biology of this virus. Updates the approach to the diagnosis of many liver diseases due to newer tests based on molecular techniques and advances in imaging. Features over 340 full-color illustrations. Uses a redesigned templated, outline format that makes reference a snap. Presents a concise, in-depth clinical summary-in an outline format-of the current practice of hepatology for each major disease entity. Provides a liberal use of tables, algorithms, and figures, rendering complex concepts understandable. Includes key point boxes at the beginning of each chapter, providing at-a-glance access to vital information. Includes alert symbols that highlight information that's critical to patient safety.
Author : Jennifer R. Eames MPAS
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 27,99 MB
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323794270
In this issue of Physician Assistant Clinics, Guest Editor Jennifer R. Eames brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Gastroenterology. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as Hepatitis C, Celiac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, and more. - Provides in-depth, clinical reviews on Gastroenterology for PAs, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents 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 these timely topic-based reviews. - Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including Evaluating patients for Nutritional Deficiencies; Eosinophilic Esophagitis; Pathophysiology of Peptic Ulcer Disease; Updated Screening Strategies for Colorectal Cancer; and more.
Author : John DiPreta
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 50,86 MB
Release : 2014-03-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323263992
This issue of Medical Clinics will focus on the common foot and ankle problems that internal medicine doctors often face in the outpatient setting. The articles in this issue will review best practices for managing and treating patients who present with such common injuries hammertoes, ankle sprains, plantar fasciitis, and Achilles tendon strains.
Author : Sammy Saab
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 48,95 MB
Release : 2024-03-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0443121427
In this issue of Clinics in Liver Disease, guest editor Dr. Sammy Saab brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) is a reversible syndrome in patients with advanced liver dysfunction, and is characterized by a wide spectrum of neuropsychiatric abnormalities resulting from the accumulation of neurotoxic substances in the brain. In this issue, top experts provide detailed clinical reviews devoted to the epidemiology, manifestations, and management of HE in the hopes of improving patient outcomes. - Contains 13 relevant, practice-oriented topics including clinical manifestations of HE; laboratory abnormalities of HE; pharmacologic management of HE; nontraditional treatment of HE; social impact of HE; future therapies of HE; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on hepatic encephalopathy, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents 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.
Author : Andres F. Carrion
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 179 pages
File Size : 27,2 MB
Release : 2021-11-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323848834
In this issue, guest editors bring their considerable expertise to this important topic.Provides in-depth reviews on the latest updates in the field, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents 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 these timely topic-based reviews.
Author : Matthew L. Silvis
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 28,94 MB
Release : 2014-07-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323311849
This issue of the Medical Clinics of North America, edited by Matthew Silvis, MD, is devoted to Common Musculoskeletal Problems in the Ambulatory Setting. Articles in this issue include: Anterior knee pain; The acutely injured knee; Approach to adult hip pain; Evaluation and management of adult shoulder pain; Acute and chronic low back pain; Neck pain and cervical radiculopathy; Common adult hand and wrist disorders; Fragility fractures; Elbow tendinopathy; The injured runner; The physical therapy prescription; Durable medical equipment: types and indications; and MSK Imaging: types and indications.
Author : Douglas Paauw
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 42,9 MB
Release : 2014-05-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0323297161
This issue of the Medical Clinics of North America, edited by Douglas Paauw, is devoted to Common Symptoms in the Ambulatory Setting. Articles in this issue include: Evaluation and treatment of chronic cough; Evaluation and treatment of lower back pain; Lower extremity symptoms; Common dermatologic problems; Evaluation and treatment of shoulder pain; Headache; Evaluation and treatment of colonic symptoms; Dyspepsia; Insomnia; Dizziness; Fatigue; Common anal problems; Involuntary Weight Loss; Evaluation and treatment of neck pain; and Multiple unexplained symptoms.
