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This book focuses on microplastics as emerging persistent contaminants in terrestrial environments. Scientists from around the globe review recent advances…
in multi-disciplinary research on micro(nano)plastics, including analytical methods; the sources, fate and distribution of microplastics; ecological risks; toxicity and health risks; and control and countermeasures for microplastics in terrestrial environments. Offering a comprehensive overview of microplastics in terrestrial environments, the book is a valuable resource for environmental researchers, ecologists and toxicologists, as well as for policymakers and non-experts.Surgical Spinal Oncology: Contemporary Multidisciplinary Strategies
By Kern Singh, Matthew Colman. 2020
This book contains the expert knowledge base of the field’s most experienced practitioners in the field of extradural bone and…
soft tissue malignancy. Chapters include modern classification, advanced anatomy, imaging, and the concepts around a multidisciplinary approach. Since treating primary tumors requires very different strategies than those used in metastatic tumors, the book devotes separate sections to each sub-discipline. For primary tumors, the text covers both benign and malignant entities and addresses unique anatomic zones such as the sacrum and skull base which require special technical expertise. For metastatic disease, the authors address the ever-important concept of prognosis, and discuss how to answer the eternal question: “How much should we do, and for whom?”. Chapters also explore the state of the art of treatment for the “big 5” histologies (renal cell, lung, breast, prostate, thyroid), with a special chapter emphasis on separation surgery and the now-standard combinatorial care between radiation and surgery. In addition, an entire section is dedicated to evolving surgical technology, which covers the use of minimally invasive techniques, navigation, robotics, 3D-printing, and other evolving technologies for spine tumor care. Infrequently-considered topics, such as how to evaluate a lesion which may be a tumor-mimic, and how to think about economic value in spine tumor surgery, are also presented.Surgical Spinal Oncology serves to help surgeons approach difficult clinical scenarios with a thoughtful, collaborative approach that leverages the best technology and thinking the field of spine oncology has to offer.HIV in US Communities of Color
By Bisola O. Ojikutu, Valerie E. Stone. 2021
This book builds upon its previous edition by comprehensively updating important epidemiologic and clinical content of the HIV continuum amongst…
Black and Latino individuals of the United States, including the epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of HIV within these diverse communities. Illuminating current diagnostic and prevention considerations, as well as its evidence base, the text highlights important concepts and integrates critical aspects of the structural and social environment, such as mass incarceration and neighborhood-level disadvantage, that compromise our ability to decrease HIV risk and improve outcomes. Discussion regarding significant predictors of health inequity, including discrimination, medical mistrust, and stigma, specifically homophobia and transphobia, are included. The book also reviews the impact of significant advances in HIV prevention, such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), within Black and Latino communities. Written by experts in their field, this second edition of HIV in US Communities of Color is a comprehensive and dynamic resource for all health care providers who support the care and treatment of Black and Latino individuals at risk for or living with HIV.Antibiotic Resistance in the Environment: A Worldwide Overview (The Handbook of Environmental Chemistry #91)
By Célia M. Manaia, Erica Donner, Ivone Vaz-Moreira, Peiying Hong. 2020
This book provides a multidisciplinary review of antibiotic resistance and unravels the complex and interrelated roles of environmental sources, including…
pharmaceutical industry effluents, hospital and domestic effluents, wildlife and drinking water. Antibiotic resistance is a global public health issue in which the interface between humans, animals and the environment is particularly relevant. The contrasts seen across different environmental compartments and world regions, which are due to climate, social and policy differences, mean that this problem needs to be analyzed from a multi-geographic and multi-cultural angle. Bringing together contributions from researchers on different continents with expertise in antibiotic resistance in a range of different environmental compartments, the book offers a detailed reflection on the paths that make antibiotic resistance a global threat, and the state-of- the-art in antibiotic resistance surveillance and risk assessment in complex environmental matrices.DNA Vaccines: Methods and Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology #2197)
By Ângela Sousa. 2021
This volume details practical procedures on the latest DNA vaccine technology. Chapters guide readers through methods and protocols on DNA…
vaccine design, the adjuvant influence, production and purification methodologies, delivery systems, and approaches of the influence of DNA vaccines in the immunological response performance and in the cancer immunotherapy. Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology series format, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible laboratory protocols, and tips on troubleshooting and avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and cutting-edge, DNA Vaccines: Methods and Protocols aims to ensure successful results in the further study of this vital field.Health Literacy im Kindes- und Jugendalter: Ein- und Ausblicke (Gesundheit und Gesellschaft)
By Paulo Pinheiro, Torsten M. Bollweg, Janine Bröder. 2020
Das Thema Health Literacy, für das sich im deutschen Sprachgebrauch der Begriff der Gesundheitskompetenz etabliert hat, hat in der jüngeren…
Vergangenheit eine spürbare Aufwertung in Praxis, Politik und Forschung erfahren. Inhaltlich setzt es sich mit vielfältigen Aspekten des Umgangs mit gesundheitsbezogenen Informationen auseinander und adressiert somit eine Gelingensbedingung für den Erhalt und die Förderung von Gesundheit. Kinder und Jugendliche werden in diesen Kontexten zwar als hochrelevante Zielgruppe angesehen, sind in einer wissenschaftlichen Perspektive auf den Gegenstand bislang jedoch noch nicht ausreichend explizit berücksichtigt worden. Mit dem vorliegenden Sammelband wird ein strukturierender Überblick über den gegenwärtigen Forschungsstand zum Thema Health Literacy im Kindes- und Jugendalter gegeben. Die Sammlung von Beiträgen setzt sich einerseits aus Einblicken in eine Reihe von Forschungsergebnissen zusammen, die sich mit der Tätigkeit des Forschungsverbunds ‚Health Literacy in Childhood and Adolescence (HLCA)‘ assoziieren lassen, und bietet andererseits zahlreiche Anknüpfungspunkte an, die Ausblicke auf künftige Ausrichtungen des Handlungsfelds Health Literacy ermöglichen.This book presents an in-depth analysis of issues in trade law and EU pharmaceutical law concerning market access for traditional…
Chinese medicinal products. It discusses these issues from the standpoints of fundamental law, international law and EU law, so to offer a comprehensive perspective. Specifically, it points out the core legislative issues for EU policymakers who deal with market access for traditional medicinal products; describes the relation between law and science; and offers essential information on herbal medicinal product registration in the EU. Further, it compares EU law and Chinese law in this regard, which can offer inspirations for readers from other counties that have similar medicinal products. The book uses straightforward, accessible language to break down the key issues involved.Behavioral Pharmacology of the Cholinergic System (Current Topics in Behavioral Neurosciences #45)
By Mohammed Shoaib, Tanya L. Wallace. 2020
The molecular genetics of the cholinergic system including both muscarinic and nicotinic acetylcholine receptors, cholinesterases, acetylcholine synthesis and release have…
provided significant insights into potential targeting for pharmacological intervention. Cholinergic drugs are being used or evaluated for the treatment of diseases. Thus, this volume aims to broaden our understanding of the current state of cholinergic mechanisms to enable implementation of novel approaches for the development of more effective treatments.Neurovascular Neuropsychology
By Ronald M. Lazar, MaryKay A. Pavol, Jeffrey N. Browndyke. 2020
This book covers the explosion of new information about the relationship between the brain and its blood supply since the…
first edition was published in 2009. With new knowledge and its impact on clinical care, neurovascular neuropsychology has become a recognized sub-specialty that has been integrated into health care systems in the US and abroad. The second edition brings to this larger audience the latest word on these matters, with new emphasis on women’s issues, relevance to the pediatric population, insights from modern imaging, and advances in medical and surgical treatments such as heart transplantation, cardiovascular transarterial therapies, and noninvasive brain stimulation in connection with neurocognitive outcomes.Grandparenting Children with Disabilities (Social Indicators Research Ser. #66)
By Madonna Harrington Meyer, Ynesse Abdul-Malak. 2020
Childhood disabilities, particularly cognitive disabilities, are on the rise yet social programs and services to help US families respond to…
disabilities are not. Many families turn to grandparents for assistance juggling work, family responsibilities, and specialized therapies. This book is based on in-depth interviews with grandparents who are providing at least some care to grandchildren with disabilities. The analyses will help to better understand (1) under what conditions grandparents provide care and support, (2) what types and intensities of care and support grandparents provide, and (3) the impact of that care and support on grandparents’ social, emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing. In this fascinating and provocative book, Madonna Harrington Meyer and Ynesse Abdul-Malak take readers on a deep dive into the complex lives of grandparents who care for their disabled grandchildren. In Grandparenting Children with Disabilities, their interviews reveal the joy, meaning, and purpose grandparents find in caregiving, the challenges and frustrations they encounter, and the many ways they compromise their own health and well-being for the sake of their grandchildren. Drawing from theories of cumulative inequality and from their deep knowledge of the US policy context, the authors lay bare the systemic failures that leave families of children with disabilities without adequate support and that place the most vulnerable among them at grave physical, emotional, and financial risk…Jane McLeod, Provost Professor, Indiana University Grandparents in the U.S. already take on far more parenting responsibilities as compared to their peers in other countries. Grandparenting Children with Disabilities demonstrates that the intensity of these responsibilities is compounded for those whose grandchildren have disabilities given limited policy supports and a society still largely unaccommodating to those with disabilities. This book beautifully navigates the tension between the love these grandparents have for their grandchildren and the challenges they face caring for them.Pamela Herd, Professor, Georgetown University Grandparenting Children with Disabilities offers important insights about the lived experience of older adults who care for and care about their grandchildren…The authors skillfully integrate the stories they tell with consideration of macro social structural influences and life course perspectives… I recommend it highly!Eva Kahana, Distinguished University Professor, Case Western ReserveFunctional Food Products and Sustainable Health
By Saghir Ahmad, Nasser Abdulatif Al-Shabib. 2020
There is a growing global awareness of the link between good diet and health. This fascinating book reviews various functional…
foods or nutraceuticals and the bio-active compounds they contain in order to identify the role of bioactive compounds such as nisin, micronutrients, and hydrocolloids in the diet in overall human health. It also provides up-to-date information on functional elements like antioxidants, dietary fibres, pre & probiotics, vitamins and mineral-enriched foods in the human diet. Consisting of fifteen chapters, the book offers a systematic review of the key factors in the preparation of functional foods from selected sources, and also describes the processing, preservation and packaging of a range of functional food products. This book is a valuable resource for students and researchers working in the field of food science, food technology, and nutrition, as well as for industry experts.Regenerative Injections in Sports Medicine: An Evidenced Based Approach
By Suad Trebinjac, Manoj Kumar Nair. 2020
This book sheds new light on the complex area of regenerative injections used in sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, pursuing…
an evidenced-based approach. Largely ignoring orthopedic surgery, which would involve arthroscopic procedures and scaffolding as they are practiced mainly by orthopedic surgeons, the book instead focuses on injection-based treatments that are particularly useful in sports medicine and for musculoskeletal pain conditions. Including evidence from systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized controlled trials, the book provides a comprehensive overview of regenerative injections such as dextrose, platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapy, along with their history and scientific basis. It also includes detailed information on the preparation methods, steps of the procedure, and clinical conditions most likely to benefit from it. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable tool for all medical practitioners whose work involves painful musculoskeletal conditions, e.g. sports medicine physicians, orthopedists and interventional physiatrists, as well as general practitioners.Vaccination Strategies Against Highly Variable Pathogens (Current Topics in Microbiology and Immunology #428)
By Dennis R. Burton, Lars Hangartner. 2020
Vaccines against antigenically stable pathogens, or pathogens that only exist in a limited number of serotypes, have been very successful…
in the past and have drastically decreased the incidence and lethality of many diseases. However, when it comes to highly variable pathogens or viruses that exist in multiple serotypes, the traditional methods for vaccine development have reached their limits.This volume highlights the development of vaccines against such challenging pathogens. Novel approaches for immunogen design, including structure-guided vaccine development and vaccines targeting glycans, as well as adjuvants and animal models used for testing possible vaccine candidates are outlined and discussed in detail. Given its scope, the book will appeal to scientists in the fields of infectious diseases, microbiology and medicine.Application of Nanotechnology in Biomedical Sciences
By Faheem A. Sheikh. 2020
This book highlights the wide applications of nanomaterials in healthcare and environmental remediation. Presenting nano-based materials that positively influence the…
growth and proliferation of cells present in soft and hard tissue and are used for the regeneration bone tissue and/or suppression of cancer cells, it also discusses the natural products that can be incorporated in nanofibers for the treatment of cancer. Further, it describes the use of blending and functionalization to produce chitosan nanofibers for biomedical applications, and reviews the role of plasma-enhanced gold nanoparticles in diagnostics and therapeutics. Lastly, the book also introduces various nanotechnology approaches for the removal of waste metabolites in drinking water, and explores the emerging applications of nanorobotics in medicine. Given its scope, this book is a valuable resource for scientists, clinicians, engineers and researchers aiming to gain a better understanding of the various applications of nanotechnology.Climate Impacts on Water Resources in India: Environment and Health (Water Science and Technology Library #95)
By V. P. Singh, Ashish Pandey, S. K. Mishra, M. L. Kansal, R. D. Singh. 2021
This book chiefly focuses on environmental flow, water pollution and water quality. Several chapters also cover water treatment technologies and…
management. In today’s context, climate change and climate variability are important issues in the water sector, which is called upon to develop adaptation strategies to cope with their negative impacts. Human health depends upon the quality of water used for drinking and irrigation purposes. These core issues are discussed and addressed in several chapters. The book explores the impact of climate change on water resources and considers various climatological scenarios. In this regard, it carries out a trend analysis and compares the performance of various Global Climate Models (GCMs). Further, it conducts a water quality analysis and water quality mapping so as to provide information on the most vulnerable areas in the context of water quality. Emerging pollutants, generated from paper mills, are identified in order to choose an appropriate treatment technology. Bioremediation techniques are included for the characterization of improved water quality parameters. The book also presents a low-cost treatment technology for fluoride removal, which can help water managers ensure potable water to stakeholders. In terms of maintaining river ecology in the downstream areas of water resources project sites, the book provides a number of case studies on assessment of environmental flows. Advanced treatment technologies that can be highly advantageous for removing water pollutants are presented. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable resource for academics, water resources practitioners, scientists, water managers, environmentalists, administrators, NGOs, researchers and students who are involved in water management with a main focus on water pollution, the environment, climate change and health.Medical Quality Management: Theory and Practice
By Angelo P. Giardino, Lee Ann Riesenberg, Prathibha Varkey. 2021
This comprehensive medical textbook is a compendium of the latest information on healthcare quality. The text provides knowledge about the…
theory and practical applications for each of the core areas that comprise the field of medical quality management as well as insight and essential briefings on the impact of new healthcare technologies and innovations on medical quality and improvement. The third edition provides significant new content related to medical quality management and quality improvement, a user-friendly format, case studies, and updated learning objectives. This textbook also serves as source material for the American Board of Medical Quality in the development of its core curriculum and certification examinations.Each chapter is designed for a review of the essential background, precepts, and exemplary practices within the topical area: Basics of Quality ImprovementData Analytics for the Improvement of Healthcare QualityUtilization Management, Case Management, and Care CoordinationEconomics and Finance in Medical Quality ManagementExternal Quality Improvement — Accreditation, Certification, and EducationThe Interface Between Quality Improvement and LawEthics and Quality ImprovementWith the new edition of Medical Quality Management: Theory and Practice, the American College of Medical Quality presents the experience and expertise of its contributors to provide the background necessary for healthcare professionals to assume the responsibilities of medical quality management in healthcare institutions, provide physicians in all medical specialties with a core body of knowledge related to medical quality management, and serve as a necessary guide for healthcare administrators and executives, academics, directors, medical and nursing students and residents, and physicians and other health practitioners.Führung und Kommunikation für Medizinstudierende
By Thea Koch, Atilla Vuran, Stefan Jockenhövel. 2020
Die Vermittlung von Fachkompetenz steht im Fokus der ärztlichen Ausbildung. Nur wer fachlich kompetent ist, wird auch unter den erschwerten…
Bedingungen im klinischen Alltag bestehen. Die erfolgreiche Bewältigung des Studiums und die vielfältige Interaktion im klinischen Alltag erfordern überdies Fähigkeiten in der Kommunikation und Selbstführung. Denn Arzt sein heißt am Ende Führen: den Patienten, das Pflegepersonal, seine Kollegen und nicht zuletzt sich selbst. Dabei erfordert das Führen den Zugang zum Gegenüber und damit ein hohes Maß an Kommunikationsfähigkeit.Mit diesem Buch soll ein Beitrag geleistet werden, das Bewusstsein für Aufnahmebereitschaft als Kompetenz in der Medizin zu entwickeln. Damit soll ein wichtiger Grundbaustein für die erfolgreiche Bewältigung des Studiums und für den Start in den Arztberuf gelegt werden.Das Buch thematisiert auf eine leicht verständliche Weise die Aspekte der ärztlichen Kommunikation und der Selbstführung. Kurze Erzählungen, welche auf wahren Begebenheiten beruhen, leiten die Aspekte ein, die anschließend praxisnah und umsetzbar aufgearbeitet werden.Durch die einzigartige Autorenkombination aus Medizinern und Führungsexperten entsteht ein wertvolles Hilfsmittel für die erfolgreiche Bewältigung des Studiums und der ersten Schritte in die klinische Realität.Atlas of Human Sperm Ultrastructural Morphology
By Wei-Jie Zhu. 2020
This atlas provides ultrastructural morphological images of human spermatozoa. Sperm morphology plays an essential role in sperm-oocyte interactions and early…
embryonic development, and human sperm ultrastructural morphology offers a valuable reference tool for assessing certain etiologies of male infertility and reproductive failure. However, the ultrastructural morphology of human sperm has not been systematically evaluated or thoroughly described in the literature. Using 470 original and unpublished images, the book shows various ultrastructural morphological phenotypes; defects of the sperm head, neck, middle piece, principal piece, and terminal piece; as well as artefacts of sperm ultrastructural morphology and phenomena related to inadequate preparation, demonstrating many sperm phenotypes and surface structural appearances for the first time. As such, it helps researchers and practitioners in andrology, reproductive medicine, and reproductive pathology gain a better understanding of human sperm ultrastructural morphology.Sprachentwicklung bei kindlichen Hörstörungen: Forschungsstand für Sprachtherapie und Pädagogik (essentials)
By Karolin Schäfer, Vanessa Hoffmann. 2020
Das Buch betrachtet die Entwicklungsbereiche Semantik / Lexikon, Syntax/ Morphologie, Pragmatik/Kommunikation und Stimme bei Kindern mit Hörschädigung. Es gibt einen…
Überblick über den aktuellen Forschungsstand zum Wortschatz- und Grammatikerwerb, den kommunikativ-pragmatische Fähigkeiten, insbesondere Theory of Mind, sowie zur Stimmgebung und Stimmqualität.Klinefelter’s Syndrome: From a Disabling Condition to a Variant of Normalcy (Trends in Andrology and Sexual Medicine)
By Giovanni Corona, Andrea Garolla. 2020
This book presents the latest insights into all the critical aspects of Klinefelter’s Syndrome, in order to promote a more…
homogeneous a medical approach to this condition, leading to better and more “evidence-based” support, and improving patient satisfaction.It offers physicians and all health professionals involved in treating these patients (andrologists, pediatricians, endocrinologists, psychologists) a comprehensive overview and a useful tool for their daily clinical practice.