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The Atlas of Male Sexual Dysfunction is an excellent reference book skillfully presented by authorities in the fields of ED, priapism, and Peyronie''s disease. Readers will not only appreciate the tremendous advances in male sexual dysfunction research and management but will also learn of rational and cost-effective approaches to these conditions.

As urology enters the 21st century, it is appropriate that the Atlas of vena caval surgery are clearly illustrated and are combined with Clinical Urology series captures and explains the major areas of an understanding of the appropriate patient populations for these modern urologic practice using a unique combination of images, procedures. This section also includes the management of benign schematics, tables, and algorithms. It does so in a compelling and malignant adrenal disorders. Michael Marberger has assem­ fashion, by combining a multilevel approach that includes the indi­ bled an extremely diverse and important set of noncancerous vidual volumes and the internet. Urology is a specialty of great diseases of the kidney. Nephrolithiasis management is covered breadth, and visual images provide much of the backbone of from medical therapy to endoscopy to incisional surgery. The urologic diagnosis and endoscopy and are key to surgical tech­ important role that laparoscopy has established in both excisional nique. The increasingly complex diagnostic and treatment paths are and reconstructive renal surgery is visually depicted and best depicted and understood as visual algorithms. explained. The evolution of the techniques illustrated in this The editors of this five-volume series have not only contributed section will likely provide the basis for renal intervention in the their world-renowned expertise to the chapters but have also 21st century. assembled an outstanding group of individual chapter authors.

This second edition of the Atlas of Interventional Cardiology is a reflection of the most recent advances and changes in both techniques and devices. This atlas includes an overview of the coronary arterial response to injury as well as invasive lesion assessment, specifically coronary physiologic assessment and intravascular ultrasound. General techniques and equipment selection are also presented, including emphasis on the evolution of stent design. The salient features relevant to interventional cardiology practice are presented through brilliant images accompanied by detailed text.  With more than 500 illustrations, clinical photographs, instructive diagrams, and charts, this updated reference covers a wide range of topics, including distal protection devices, invasive lesion assessment, peripheral arterial interventions, and extraction atherectomy. Diagnosis and treatment guidance is presented to the reader through a lesion-specific approach that covers both technical and cognitive aspects.

This new edition of the Atlas of Esophageal Diseases provides an 11-chapter visual panorama of the esophagus in both health and disease. Over 600 detailed images covering the most relevant aspects of the esophagus are included.  Edited by Dr. Roy C. Orlando, the book begins with a chapter on esophageal anatomy and physiology, and takes the reader through an exploration of gastroesophageal reflux disease, pH-monitoring, and finally, surgery of the esophagus.  Also illustrated and expounded upon are topics including acute esophagitis, endoscopic ultrasonography, esophageal motor disorders, and additional material pertaining to esophageal diseases.  As Orlando explains, the contributing authors dedicated much time, energy, and expertise in order to bring the book to fruition.

Current Cancer Therapeutics, Fourth Edition, written by more than 60 renowned authors, provides an insightful guide to the overwhelming influx of knowledge on an array of cancer types, as well as protocols for treatment and supportive care. Divided into four easy-to-read sections; healthcare professionals can easily find key data on pharmacokinetics, drug indications, and toxicities, plus concise summaries of epidemiology and comprehensive management guidance for complications such as hematological, neurological, and cardiopulmonary toxicities. Cutting-edge information, paired with a variety of professionally prepared tables and charts, makes this an unparalleled resource for all healthcare professionals working with this complex disease.

As urology enters the 21st century, it is appropriate that the Atlas of an understanding of the appropriate patient populations for these Clinical Urology series captures and explains the major areas of procedures. This section also includes the management of benign modern urologic practice using a unique combination of images, and malignant adrenal disorders. Michael Marberger has assem­ schematics, tables, and algorithms. It does so in a compelling bled an extremely diverse and important set of noncancerous fashion, by combining a multilevel approach that includes the diseases of the kidney. Nephrolithiasis management is covered individual volumes and the internet. Urology is a specialty of great from medical therapy to endoscopy to incisional surgery. The breadth, and visual images provide much of the backbone of important role that laparoscopy has established in both excisional urologic diagnosis and endoscopy and are key to surgical tech­ and reconstructive renal surgery is visually depicted and nique. The increasingly complex diagnostic and treatment paths explained. The evolution of the techniques illustrated in this section will likely provide the basis for renal intervention in the are best depicted and understood as visual algorithms. The editors of this five-volume series have not only contributed 21st century. their world-renowned expertise to the chapters but have also Volume IV covers the diversity of pediatric urology under the assembled an outstanding group of individual chapter authors. editorship of Dix Poppas and Alan Retik.

Diagnosing and managing patients with infectious diseases is done largely through examination of visual clues. From etiology and pathogenesis to treatment procedures and therapies, a full range of images have been assembled to provide the healthcare professional with a modern and complete visual library. Using over 500 visually-striking charts, graphs, schematics, tables, and clinical photographs, this instructive volume depicts the etiologies and manifestations of each infection. Accompanying each illustration is a detailed, insightful caption that provides complete analysis of the information. This atlas captures the most pertinent information in the field and delivers it in a complete, detailed pictorial form.

As urology enters the 21st century, it is appropriate that the Atlas of vena caval surgery are clearly illustrated and are combined with Clinical Urology series captures and explains the major areas of an understanding of the appropriate patient populations for these modern urologic practice using a unique combination of images, procedures. This section also includes the management of benign schematics, tables, and algorithms. It does so in a compelling and malignant adrenal disorders. Michael Marberger has assem­ fashion, by combining a multilevel approach that includes the indi­ bled an extremely diverse and important set of noncancerous vidual volumes and the internet. Urology is a specialty of great diseases of the kidney. Nephrolithiasis management is covered breadth, and visual images provide much of the backbone of from medical therapy to endoscopy to incisional surgery. The urologic diagnosis and endoscopy and are key to surgical tech­ important role that laparoscopy has established in both excisional and reconstructive renal surgery is visually depicted and nique. The increasingly complex diagnostic and treatment paths are best depicted and understood as visual algorithms. explained. The evolution of the techniques illustrated in this The editors of this five-volume series have not only contributed section will likely provide the basis for renal intervention in the their world-renowned expertise to the chapters but have also 21 st century. assembled an outstanding group of individual chapter authors. Bladder diseases cause many patients to seek urologic care.

Dr. James D. Heckman has worked with leading experts in the field to bring to you an integral source of information covering orthopedic trauma, sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics, foot and ankle injuries, the spine, tumors, and infections. Current Orthopedic Diagnosis and Treatment allows the clinician to find quick confirmation of the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of orthopedic ailments and breaks down each topic into an accommodating two-page layout. On the left page physicians can easily locate diagnostic information including the condition’s history, physical findings, imaging and laboratory studies, and complications, as well as differential diagnosis, etiology and epidemiology. Treatment information on the right page allows the reader to promptly analyze both surgical and nonsurgical options, exercise and activity modification, prognosis, and follow-up management. This one-of-a-kind format provides quick understanding and utilization of appropriate treatment to musculoskeletal conditions and if necessary, allows for the appropriate referral to an orthopedic surgeon.

The Atlas of Allergic Diseases provides comprehensive visual coverage of all aspects of allergic diseases. Exceptional photographs, diagrams, charts and illustrations in full color help to illustrate the abstract elements of allergic diseases in vivid detail. With contributions from renowned specialists, this detailed and useful atlas combines the immunologic basis of allergy with the clinical aspects of the discipline.

We are in the early years of a new millen­ Tremendous interest is now focused on nium and atherosclerotic disease is now the characteristics of atherosclerotic thought to underlie more adult deaths plaques, as we recognize that many clinical than any other disease on the planet. The coronary events are attributable to unstable lifetime burden of risk is high, and lesions that do not cause severe stenoses but Framingham data suggest that approxi­ are prone to rupture and precipitate angina mately 50% of men and 30% of women pectoris or a myocardial infarction. A vari­ will experience coronary heart disease ety of factors are under study to help deter­ during their lifetime. This process begins mine what affects the balance between at a young age, and autopsies of casualties plaque stability and instability. Some of this from the Korean and Vietnam wars as well research is fueled by the fact that therapy for as accident victims in more recent times dyslipidemia often has effects that are not have shown that fatty streak lesions are related to the lipoprotein cholesterol alter­ very common in young adults. Recent ations, but stem from the pleiotropic effects research has extended these pathologic of such medications on hematologic and studies to investigate the dynamics and inflammatory mechanisms. milieu that foster the creation of these The current volume focuses on the early lesions.

In its third edition, the Atlas of Heart Failure provides a comprehensive up-to-date overview of normal cardiac function, the mechanisms of dysfunction in heart failure, and the therapeutic approaches that are available to manage the syndrome. Designed to provide a detailed and comprehensive visual exposition of all aspects of cardiac function and dysfunction, this atlas contains several hundred images, each accompanied by detailed captions, carefully selected by expert authors, and reviewed by the editor.

In this edition of the Atlas of Hypertension, Dr. Norman Hollenberg and more than 20 leading authorities have worked together to capture the most updated and pertinent information in the field of hypertension. This new edition is a modern and complete visual library of up-to-date information on the most current pharmacologic and treatment advances in the field. With over 600 vivid illustrations, clinical photographs, instructive diagrams and charts, this updated reference provides a detailed and accurate insight into treatment and management of hypertension, covering a full range of topics. Together with detailed legends and extensive reference listings, the illustrations deliver comprehensive guidance to effective diagnosis and treatment of a wide breadth of these clinical challenges.

In Atlas of Nuclear Cardiology, Doctors Dilsizian and Narula have worked together with over a dozen leading authorities to capture the most up-to-date and pertinent information in the field of nuclear cardiology. This atlas is a modern and complete visual library of up-to-date information on the most current cardiovascular nuclear procedures in the clinical practice of cardiology. Together with detailed legends and extensive reference listings, the over 600 illustrations deliver comprehensive information. Diagnostic algorithms and schematic diagrams integrated with nuclear cardiology procedures are generously interspersed with color images to emphasize key concepts in cardiovascular physiology and metabolism. This vital reference provides a detailed and accurate insight into the noninvasive evaluation and quantification of myocardial perfusion, function, and metabolism.

Arthritis and its related musculoskeletal disorders constitute the most common chronic illnesses in the United States. These conditions adversely affect the quality of life of those who are struck by them, require increased use of health care resources, and, because they are the leading cause of disability in the United States, have a significant impact on the national economy. Physicians and other health care workers in many disciplines have been involved in the care and study of patients with these diseases. As a result, our understanding of and ability to treat these diseases have improved continuously. This Atlas of Rheumatology is designed to help clinicians learn about this group of diseases and develop an understanding of their possible causes, clinical features, laboratory findings, and treatments, using an attractive pictorial format. Because more than 100 sepa­ rate types of arthritis have been described, unfortunately all could not be included. The illus­ trations shown in the Atlas have been carefully selected by recognized experts, who served as authors of the eight chapters, to provide the reader with the essential information needed to get a clear picture of these important diseases. For their successful efforts I am deeply grateful. I am also indebted to editorial workers who have maintained high standards to create a clear, attractive final product.

In the third edition of the Atlas of the Liver, the authors present (and evaluate) many crucial concepts regarding liver disease using photomicrographs, charts and, tables. The goal of the Atlas of the Liver is to augment comprehensive texts. Every major hepatic disease is thoroughly addressed, along with guidance as to the most efficient and effective ways to treat them. Dr. Willis Maddrey, along with 24 leading hepatologists, has interwoven concepts from fields such as molecular biology with the results of clinical observations and trials in order to facilitate efficient, accurate diagnosis and the use of effective therapy.

generated a plethora of well-controlled randomized trials to This second edition of the Atlas of the Prostate summarizes the current evaluation and treatment of prostatic diseases. Diseases of investigate nearly every facet of management. The individuals who conducted many of these clinical trials, which so precisely the prostate invariably affect men as they age into their sixth decade of life and beyond, and physicians who provide care for inform us as to the efficacy of these treatments, are in many older men invariably devote a greater portion of their clinical instances authors in this Atlas. attention to the prostate. This Atlas conveys important information Prostate cancer management has likewise been an area of inno­ to practicing clinicians using figures, images, tables, and algo­ vation and change in practice patterns. The emergence of rithms in a most artful rendition. The contributors are practicing brachytherapy with seed implantation of the prostate, new strate­ clinicians, and they have produced a clear and concise review of gies for androgen manipulation of advanced prostatic cancer, and prostatic diseases. The format emphasizes figures and tables over further attempts to identify effective chemotherapeutic agents are some of the advances in prostate cancer management seen in the text to accurately and quickly provide the pertinent thoughts regarding prostatic disease management for the busy clinician. past one to two decades.

A variety of cardiovascular illnesses are now being encountered with surprising frequency in many general adult medical practices. With contributions from 70 top experts, Cardiology for the Primary Care Physician provides complete coverage of the appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to patients with cardiovascular diseases - in one easy-to-use source. In 46 chapters the primary care physician can find information on all types of cardiovascular illnesses such as infectious myocarditis, cardiac arrhythmias, pheochromocytoma, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The many charts, tables and diagrams, as well as a special color plates section, enhance understanding and bring the text to life. Key points at the beginning of each chapter, together with extensive references and recommended reading lists, make this text an ideal work companion.

The third edition of Current Cardiovascular Drugs is designed to provide an updated practical compendium of current knowledge regarding cardiovascular drug therapy in a concise, easily readable format. The book is organized into chapters by drug class, and details the pharmacologic characteristics of specific treatment entities. The clinical efficacy and limitations of the various drug therapies are discussed using supportive reference material from the most authoritative sources and published clinical trials.

New, exciting, and innovative advances in the field of cerebrovascular medicine continue to occur at a rapid pace. The fourth edition of Current Review of Cerebrovascular Disease provides an update on these rapidly evolving topics and a gives the reader insight into the thought-provoking issues in stroke neurology that have undergone tremendous changes during the past two years. The volume covers four main sections: basic science, diagnostics, clinical aspects, and treatment.

The Third Edition of the Handbook of Current Diagnosis and Treatment provides expert recommendations on the management of more than 200 major medical disorders. Each disorder is condensed into two pages of information using a consistent layout and format that shows diagnosis and treatment guidelines, accompanied by clinical photographs. All contributions are prepared by specialists and contain the most recent reference citations and latest clinical data.

In this edition of the Atlas of Hypertension, Dr. Norman Hollenberg and more than 20 leading authorities have worked together to capture the most updated and pertinent information in the field of hypertension. This new edition is a modern and complete visual library of up-to-date information on the most current pharmacologic and treatment advances in the field. With over 600 vivid illustrations, clinical photographs, instructive diagrams and charts, this updated reference provides a detailed and accurate insight into treatment and management of hypertension, covering a full range of topics. Together with detailed legends and extensive reference listings, the illustrations deliver comprehensive guidance to effective diagnosis and treatment of a wide breadth of these clinical challenges.

In recent years, great strides have been made in the field of cancer research. Now, with Basic Science of Cancer, a range of interrelated topics such as tumor suppressor genes, apoptosis, transcriptional regulation, pharmacology of anticancer drugs, cytogenetic techniques, oncogenes, and signal transduction are thoroughly addressed. Written for oncologists and healthcare professionals, this new comprehensive reference also discusses modern research techniques used to investigate the molecular etiology and treatment of human cancer. Topics are described using nontechnical terms. Together, complete reference listings and over 200 illustrations provide an extensive, yet introductory, look into the complex field of cancer.

There probably is no field of medicine that moves as tions of recently reported information and inclusion rapidly as does HIV / AIDS. New basic discoveries, new of that information only where it is considered to be valid. New images have been added to the extensive therapies, new syndromes, and new management strategies are announced almost weekly. Donna and superb collection that is so useful for patient care Mildvan and her chapter authors have done a superb and for the teaching of health professionals. I con­ gratulate the entire team for producing a very valu­ job with this extensively updated and revised third able third edition of the Atlas of AIDS. edition. Their expertise has resulted in careful evalua- Gerald L. Mandell, MD Charlottesville, Virginia v CONTRIBUTORS Deshratn Asthana,PhD Judith Feinberg, MD Assistant Professor Professor of Medicine Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Associate Director, Infectious Disease Center Director, Retrovirology Reference Laboratory University of Cincinnati College of Medicine University of Miami School of Medicine Cincinnati, Ohio Miami, Florida Margaret A. Fischl, . MD Edward J. Bottone, PhD Professor of Medicine Professor of Medicine, Microbiology, and Pathology University of Miami The Mount Sinai School of Medicine AIDS Clinical Research Unit Miami, Florida Director, Consultative Microbiology The Mount Sinai Hospital Alvin E.

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Now in its fourth edition, the Atlas of Heart Failure provides a comprehensive up-to-date overview of normal cardiac function, the mechanisms of dysfunction in heart failure, and the therapeutic approaches that are available to manage the syndrome. Designed to provide a detailed and comprehensive visual exposition of all aspects of cardiac function and dysfunction, this atlas contains several hundred images, each accompanied by detailed captions, carefully selected by expert authors, and reviewed by the editor.

The second edition of the Atlas of Osteoporosis is designed to be useful to a broad readership united in their interest in the disorder. The expert authors have encapsulated not only the well-established basics of osteoporosis but also new developments in the field in a format that makes extensive use of graphical displays of important data. Issues that are well known to be important to skeletal biology and osteoporosis (eg, nutrition, exercise, and growth) have been updated. That there is substantive new information in these areas is a testament to the vigor of the field and the pace of its advancement. Some chapters included in the First Edition have been more extensively revised to reflect major developments. Several chapters have been added to highlight the emergence of new fields (genetics) or the expansion of others (bone densitometry and the laboratory evaluation of bone disorders).