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The seventh edition of this classic atlas makes mastering large amounts of complex information much easier. It provides a thorough review of everything medical students need to know to pass their pre-clinical physiology exams. Section topics include the nerves and muscles, blood, respiration, the cardiovascular system, digestion, and reproduction. This revised and expanded edition also features entirely new material on ageing, obesity, the urinary bladder, and cell physiology of the skeletal muscles.The many user-friendly features of this book include: Almost 200 outstanding full-color illustrations and 10 new color platesSide-by-side images with calloutsVisual highlighting of clinically relevant and pathophysiologic information with clinical key words on every pageIn a compact, user-friendly format, Color Atlas of Physiology, Seventh Edition, is an invaluable and ideal study guide and reference for medical students preparing for their physiology examinations.

Understanding pathophysiology is the first step toward  clinical medicine. This book presents the most important mechanisms of how  disease develops in nearly 200 vivid color plates accompanied by clear text. Every double page, with text on the left and pictures on the right, gives a rapid and complete overview of its topic.The contents are organized systematically and a color-coded thumb index makes it easy to navigate through the book. Where necessary for clarity, the basics of physiology are explained again.Numerous clinical references illustrate the links between theory and practice. The pocket atlas has been fully revised and updated for the third edition. It now includes detailed information about malaria, energy metabolism, eating disorders, and obesity. Color Atlas of Pathophysiology is the ideal supplement to Color Atlas of Physiology!

The definitive pocket guide to ear acupuncture - now in a Second Edition!Written by one of the world's leading experts on Western auriculotherapy, Ear Acupuncture -- now in a fully updated Second Edition -- provides readers with succinct descriptions of acupuncture points and practical advice on how to incorporate ear acupuncture treatment strategies and techniques into daily practice.Based on the work of auriculotherapy masters Nogier and Bahr, each practical two-page unit is comprised of concise text on the left-hand side supplemented by clearly labeled line drawings on the right. Localization points indicated in color depict each specific reflex zone. In cases where localization is particularly difficult, helpful enlargements of the region in question allow for easy identification.Features 360 high-quality drawings demonstrate key points and treatment options Detailed coverage of nine new points, including the anger point, shen men point, super omega point, and more Numerous cross-referenced indications tables allow quick access to needed information This user-friendly guide is the ideal choice for students or teachers of acupuncture and pain management or for anyone involved in the practice of complementary medicine.

Ever since the International Human Genome Project achieved its extraordinary goal of sequencing and mapping the entire human genome, represented by approximately 3 billion base pairs, with its far-reaching implications for understanding the causes of human genetic disorders and their diagnosis, progress in the field has not slowed down.In the fifth edition of the bestselling Color Atlas of Genetics, readers will be rewarded with a complete and current overview of the field, with an emphasis on the interface between fundamental principles and practical applications in medicine and the role of signaling pathways in causing diseases.Using the acclaimed Flexibook format designed for easy visual learning and retention, the atlas is invaluable for students, clinicians, and scientists interested in staying up to date in this fast-evolving area.New fully illustrated topics in the revised fifth edition of the atlas include: An overview of disorders resulting from structural changes of the genome (genomic disorders)Abnormal imprinting patternsExamples of impaired signal pathways (laminopathies, fibrillinopathies, cohesinopathies, and others)The CRISPR-Cas systemGenetic features of the aging processesDisorders due to rearrangements of chromatin in the cell nucleus, and othersWith almost 200 stunning color plates explained by concise texts on the opposite pages, including tables presenting useful data, a glossary of terms, key references, and online resources, the atlas presents clear and accessible concepts. It is an excellent refresher for investigators in any field of medicine or biology.

The complete pictorial guide to oral diseases, a pocket-sized bestseller now in its third editionLaskaris' Pocket Atlas of Oral Diseases is a practical interdisciplinary pocket reference for dentists, dermatologists, otolaryngologists, primary care practitioners, and dental and medical students.This popular book provides comprehensive guidance on the diagnosis and treatment of an exhaustive range of oral diseases. The fully revised and updated third edition includes over 40 new conditions.Highlights include:Full coverage of both local and systemic oral diseasesConsistently structured texts describe each condition, covering definition, etiology, clinical features, lab tests, differential diagnosis, and treatment418 high-resolution color photographs, most are new for this editionThe Pocket Atlas of Oral Diseases is a superb and convenient pocket reference of invaluable practical use to any clinician involved in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the oral cavity.

Radiographic anatomy at your fingertips.The Pocket Atlas of Radiographic Anatomy precisely describes the anatomical structures shown on conventional X-ray images and on the most important arthrographic and angiographic examinations.The double-page spread format makes the book extremely user-friendly: The X-ray image is directly juxtaposed with a detailed drawing showing the clinically relevant anatomical structures. This enables simple, clear, and rapid identification and naming of the anatomical structures shown on the X-ray images.Ideal for quick reference, the expanded 4th edition has been supplemented with new images, such as full-length views of the spine and leg, making it an indispensable resource for medical professionals and students alike.

Color Atlas of Human Anatomy, Volume 2: Internal OrgansFor over 45 years, the three-volume Color Atlas of Human Anatomy has provided readers with a compact review of the human body and its structures. It is ideal for studying, preparing for exams, and as a reference.The new, 7th edition of Volume 2: Internal Organs builds on a robust foundation of scientific knowledge, summarizing in its compactness the macroscopic and topographic anatomy and the functions of the internal organs.Key highlights:Proven concept of concise texts paired with more than 200 color plates of outstanding anatomical illustrationsMicroscopic anatomy-if necessary for understanding the respective organOrgan functions are explained in connection with the embryological development of the organs, so many anatomical relationships can be better understoodFor numerous cross-sectional anatomical illustrations, corresponding CT and MRI images are provided, which helps with the application of anatomical knowledge in clinical practiceVolume 2: Internal Organs is accompanied by Volume 1: Locomotor System (ISBN 978-3-13-242443-3) and Volume 3: Nervous System and Sensory Organs (ISBN 978-3-13-242451-7).