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Pediatric nutrition - Challenges and environmental impactsMalnutrition among children remains a persistent problem around the world. This publication aims to map the challenges within the global landscape of childhood nutrition and considers the importance of nutrition both prior to conception and in children beyond two years of age.
[lire la quatrième du livre Global Landscape of Nutrition Challenges in [...]]

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a rare disorder of the blood coagulation system. In most cases, a lack of the ADAMTS13 enzyme leads to an accumulation of ultra-large von Willebrand factor molecules in the plasma which, in turn, initiate the formation of microscopic thromboses in small blood vessels. TTP is a medical emergency.
[lire la quatrième du livre Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura]

A global perspective on key issues in neonatal medicineInnovations and Frontiers in Neonatology provides up-to-date information for clinicians and scientists interested in perinatal medicine.
[lire la quatrième du livre Innovations and frontiers in neonatology]

Biologics have revolutionized – and are revolutionizing – the treatment of many serious disorders. The evidence acquired from more than 10 years of clinical experience, with more than 50 biosimilar drugs and more than 700 million patient-days' exposure in Europe, shows that approved biosimilars can be used as safely and effectively as originator biologics.
[lire la quatrième du livre Biosimilars in Hematology and Oncology]

Nutrition education may be defined as a combination of educational tactics accompanied by physical or environmental supports, the purpose of which is to encourage voluntary adoption of foods and other lifestyle behaviors that are beneficial to health.
This book highlights the importance of nutrition education as an integral part of day-to-day life.
[lire la quatrième du livre Nutrition education: strategies for improving]

A comprehensive overview of the clinical features of type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes
[lire la quatrième du livre Gestational Diabetes]

Toutes les recommandations nationales et internationales préconisent
l’utilisation de l’échographie clinique en situation d’urgence. C’est
une évolution majeure de la pratique clinique des dernières années.
[lire la quatrième du livre Echographie clinique en situation d'urgence]

Most oral diseases are preventable, yet they remain the most globally common noncommunicable disorders, affecting people throughout their lifetime.

Lifestyle, including diet and food choice, is central to the occurrence of oral disease. Nutrition and diet can impact the development and status of the oral cavity as well as the progression of illness.
[lire la quatrième du livre The impact of nutrition and diet on oral health]

A diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease or motor neuron disease) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that exerts a notorious life-shortening physical toll.
[lire la quatrième du livre Diagnosing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis]

Androgen excess and its various effectsHyperandrogenism profoundly affects women’s lives from lowering self-esteem to changing cognition and affective motivation. The polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common androgen excess disorder worldwide. While it is not the focus of this book, some aspects are discussed.
[lire la quatrième du livre Hyperandrogenism in Women]

L'activité radiologique d'urgence est aujourd'hui en constante hausse, aussi bien dans les hôpitaux universitaires que dans les cliniques privées. Or, l'impact d'un diagnostic rapide par imagerie est considérable sur la prise en charge du patient.
[lire la quatrième du livre Imagerie des urgences]

Current knowledge and new perspectives for future research.Leptospirosis is the most common zoonotic disease worldwide, involving at least 1 million patients annually. Kidney is the preferential colonization site where Leptospira accumulates during systemic infection, primarily in the interstitium and in renal tubule epithelial cells.
[lire la quatrième du livre Leptospirosis and the Kidney]

Diabetic retinopathy (DR), a common microvascular complication, has consistently been shown to be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). This book provides complete coverage of DR as a potential marker for CVD in those with diabetes.
[lire la quatrième du livre Diabetic Retinopathy and Cardiovascular Disease]

The peripheral T-cell lymphomas (PTCLs) are a heterogenous group of rare entities. Whilst cytogenetic and molecular identifiers are being identified, accurate diagnosis remains challenging, requiring careful, expert integration of the clinical and pathological findings.

The treatment of PTCL is also challenging.
[lire la quatrième du livre Peripheral T-cell Lymphoma]

L'OCT en images offre un panorama exhaustif des pathologies dans lesquelles la tomographie en cohérence optique est venue s'illustrer par sa contribution diagnostique et son aide au suivi thérapeutique.
[lire la quatrième du livre L'OCT en images]

Considéré comme une référence depuis sa parution, le Guide pratique des problèmes quotidiens en médecine intensive-réanimation opère une véritable mue avec cette troisième édition :
• l’ensemble des chapitres ont été révisés et actualisés d’après les recommandations en ...
[lire la quatrième du livre Guide pratique des problèmes quotidiens en [...]]

La médecine du sommeil est une discipline récente et les manuels qui lui sont consacrés sont peu nombreux. Les troubles du sommeil et de l’éveil touchent pourtant une part importante de la population et ont de graves répercussions sur la santé physique et mentale ainsi que sur la qualité de vie.
[lire la quatrième du livre Les troubles du sommeil]

Therapy for chronic kidney diseaseThis publication is a record of some of the outstanding presentations given at the 63rd Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Dialysis Therapy (JSDT). The meeting was held in Kobe in 2018, celebrating the 50-year anniversary of the founding of the JSDT as a voluntary academic association.
[lire la quatrième du livre CKD-Associated Complications: Progress in the [...]]

Psychosis affects nearly 50% of patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD). It is a major therapeutic challenge, as a balance needs to be found between the PD medications that can exacerbate psychotic symptoms and the antipsychotics that may worsen motor function.
[lire la quatrième du livre Psychosis in Parkinson's Disease]

Cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) has been described as a 'great mimicker'. The correct diagnosis hinges on effective collaboration between clinicians and pathologists to correlate pathological and clinical findings.
[lire la quatrième du livre Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma]

Comprendre le mécanisme d’action des médicaments est le prérequis à leur prescription éclairée, à leur dispensation critique, et à la recherche de nouvelles molécules actives. Cette compréhension est l’objectif de cet ouvrage qui a, dès sa première édition, totalement renouvelé l’approche pédagogique de la pharmacologie.
[lire la quatrième du livre Pharmacologie]

A l'inverse des pratiques sportives de loisirs qui font globalement appel à des activités physiques de longue durée réalisées à faible intensité, les sports de compétition qu'ils soient individuels ou collectifs, sollicitent d'autres aptitudes physiques que la seule qualité d'endurance.
[lire la quatrième du livre Sports à haute intensité]

To improve care through prevention and early identificationTelemedicine and remote patient monitoring are innovative tools to provide remote transmission, interpretation, and storage of data for review by the care team. These tools allow for accurate home monitoring of patients enabling the team to improve care through prevention and early identification of problems.
[lire la quatrième du livre Remote Patient Management in Peritoneal Dialysis]

  

Profondément modifiée, cette 3e édition a été coordonnée par le Groupe de réflexion et de recherche cardiovasculaire (GRRC), filiale de la Société française de cardiologie (SFC), qui a fait appel à des spécialistes cardiovasculaires français ou francophones.
[lire la quatrième du livre Biologie et pathologie du coeur et des vaisseaux]

Human milk contains all of the essential nutrients and other functional components thought to have short- and long-term neonatal health benefits, such as positive biological effects on growth, metabolism, cognition, and immunity.
[lire la quatrième du livre Human Milk: Composition, Clinical Benefits and [...]]

Nutrition during infancy and childhood is the basis of an individual’s health in later life. It plays an important role in metabolic programming, physiological growth, and cognition. Diet and eating behavior can provide important insights as food choices and dietary habits go hand in hand with nutrition.
[lire la quatrième du livre Nurturing a Healthy Generation of Children: [...]]

International experts present the state of the artThis collection of articles on the latest developments is written by experts in various sub-disciplines - medical and paramedical - of vestibular disorders. Contributions discuss various manifestations of vestibular disorders and how to diagnose and treat them.
[lire la quatrième du livre Vestibular Disorders]

Covering all aspects from epidemiology to clinical applicationsIn most published literature hypopharyngeal cancer is discussed in combination with larynx cancer. This volume is dedicated exclusively to hypopharyngeal cancer.
[lire la quatrième du livre Hypopharyngeal Cancer]

This last year has seen the approval of the first targeted treatments for acute myeloid leukemia (AML) - following decades with no new developments and a poor prognosis for most patients with the disease.
[lire la quatrième du livre Acute myeloid leukemia]

Optimal nutrition is difficult to achieve. Insufficient energy and nutrient intake leads to inadequate growth, whereas too much can result in increased risk of non-communicable diseases (mainly obesity) and may adversely affect children with chronic diseases.
[lire la quatrième du livre Nutrition and Growth]

A translational approach linking pathophysiology to practical clinical recommendationsIt is well known that acute, severe hyponatremia is a life-threatening situation. However, there is growing evidence that mild and chronic hyponatremia may also have negative consequences.
[lire la quatrième du livre Disorders of Fluid and Electrolyte Metabolism]

Presentation of the myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) varies widely, and correct diagnosis and management can be challenging, and is becoming more complex as understanding of the underlying molecular basis for these disorders emerges.
[lire la quatrième du livre Myeloproliferative Neoplasms]

A practical guide to clinical management of parathyroid diseasesThis book is devoted exclusively to hyper- and hypoparathyroidism with a focus on clinical practice guidelines explained by experts in the field.
The clinical, genetic, biochemical, and pharmacological aspects of the most common parathyroid conditions are discussed comprehensively.
[lire la quatrième du livre Parathyroid Disorders]

Lombalgies arthrose ostéoporose sont des affections parmi les plus fréquentes touchant à elles seules une grande majorité de Français. Infections inflammation troubles immunitaires hypersollicitation professionnelle ou sportive touchent os et articulations mais aussi tendons ligaments et muscles.
[lire la quatrième du livre Rhumatologie pour le praticien]

Our understanding of the mechanisms and management of cardiac arrhythmias has improved dramatically in recent years thanks to continuing basic research coupled with technological advances. 'Fast Facts: Cardiac Arrhythmias' translates this improved understanding into straightforward guidance for managing patients presenting with signs of cardiac arrhythmia.
[lire la quatrième du livre Cardiac Arrhythmias]