Methodologies, applications and future developmentsThere are only a few areas in human nutrition and metabolism where biomarkers are routinely used to predict health and functional outcome. For instance, of the four major nutritional deficiencies, only iron deficiency can be precisely diagnosed by employing biomarkers.
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An evidence-based scientific overviewThis new volume reviews early detection approaches and possible subsequent interventions for psychosis. After introductory chapters, various methods for early detection not only in adults, but also adolescents are described.
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Towards a better understanding and management of pubertal disordersPuberty is a unique paradigm for the understanding of gene-environment interaction and developmental programming.
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Renowned experts share their latest findingsDealing with current hot topics, this book aims to provide an update on advances in the treatment of endocrine disorders.
The chapters cover innovative therapeutic approaches to type 1 diabetes, such as artificial pancreas and islet transplantation.
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ntroducing a new era in acute stroke careThe age-standardized mortality rate for hemorrhagic stroke has decreased worldwide over the past two decades, but incidence, number of deaths, and lost disability-adjusted life-years (DALY) continue to increase. Moreover, hemorrhagic stroke occurs half as frequently globally as ischemic stroke, but causes significantly more deaths and lost DALY.
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A truly interdisciplinary approach
The demographic shift in the average age of the population worldwide calls for careful attention to the nutritional and health needs of the elderly.
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A helpful guide for the practitioner
Although of vital importance, nutrition is still a neglected issue in medical curricula - a fact that this book is aiming to remedy by addressing topics ranging from basic physiology to the implementation of nutritional practices in the hospital as well as in the home setting.
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From basic research to therapyThe use of pharmacotherapeutics in the management of retinal diseases is rapidly evolving, and a favorable therapy for the patient. Today anti-VEGF agents are used for a range of indications from inflammation-related choroidal neovascularization to macular edema secondary to retinal vein occlusion or diabetic retinopathy.
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Neuroblastoma is a tumor derived from the sympathetic nervous system. It is the most common extracranial solid tumor occurring in children and exhibits a marked variability in outcome when the disease is categorized by clinical (e.g. age or stage) and biologic characteristics.
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State-of-the-art reviews on the complex interplay between pain and psychiatric disorders
This book offers a series of authoritative reviews on pain in psychiatric disorders written by leading experts.
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Among neuromodulation procedures, electrical stimulation of peripheral nerves (PNS) is probably the most underappreciated modality. Although PNS is used for all kinds of medical conditions, ranging from chronic neuropathic pain and headache to epilepsy, depression, hypertension and heart failure, its importance is frequently overshadowed by spinal cord stimulation and deep brain stimulation.
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3 Cataract
Editor: J.L. Güell, Barcelona
VIII + 140 p., 178 fig., 168 in color, 5 tab., soft cover, 2013. ISBN 978-3-318-02410-4
4 Optical Cohérence Tomography
Editors: G. Coscas, Créteil/Paris; A. Loewenstein, Tel Aviv; F. Bandello, Milan
XII134 p., 137 fig., 97 in color, 9 tab., soft cover, 2014. ISBN 978-3-318-02563-7
5 Orbital Surgery
Editors: R.
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183 Podocytopathy
Editors: Z.-H. Liu, Nanjing; J.C. He, New York, N.Y.
VIII + 264 p., 31 fig., 29 in color, 10 tab., hard cover, 2014. ISBN 978-3-318-02650-4
184 Patient Safety in Dialysis Access
Editors: M.K. Widmer, Bern; J. Malik, Prague
X270 p., 58 fig., 48 in color, 35 tab., hard cover, 2015.
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The term ?carcinoid' entered medical literature over 100 years ago to describe a peculiar intestinal epithelial neoplasm.
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Frailty represents an important challenge for aging populations. As a concept it is full of 'known unknowns' such as which mechanisms lead to frailty and how it is best managed. In order to examine these circumstances, the new science of understanding and managing frailty requires an appropriate framing of the problem.
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The first comprehensive overview on the topicThe introduction of anti-tumour necrosis factor (TNF) antibodies into the treatment of patients with IBD about fifteen years ago has dramatically improved the quality of life for patients with severe Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
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Epidemiology, needs and possible actionsLow birthweight, caused by premature birth, poor intrauterine growth, or both, is known to be a strong predictor of morbidity and mortality risks in the first year of life and beyond.
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A practical guide to diagnosis and managementThere has been a rapid expansion of knowledge in the field of paediatric calcium and bone disorders over the past twenty years. Advances have been made in the underlying genetic basis for many conditions in conjunction with progress in bone density and geometry imaging and the development of new treatment options.
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This new book reviews the latest advances in the embryology, genetics, diagnosis, imaging, and therapy of congenital heart disease. The international cast of authors has combined its talents to produce a unique, expert perspective. This publication arrives at a very exciting time when new genetic, imaging, and therapeutic developments are changing the field.
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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a growing worldwide public health problem resulting from the increasing number of patients with diabetes and hypertension, but also from the aging of the population.
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From current concept to recent 'hot topics'While first accounts of food allergy date back to antiquity, only in recent years has food allergy become recognized as one of the major allergic diseases.
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Une abondante littérature montre, ces dernières années, l'intérêt porté par les cliniciens et les chercheurs aux réactions des soignants et, de façon plus large, à l'entourage des personnes traumatisées. L'accent est mis sur la vicariance du traumatisme et son impact sur ceux qui prennent soin de ces personnes.
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With about 10?20% of the adult population in Europe being tattooed, there is a strong demand for publications discussing the various issues related to tattooed skin and health. Until now, only a few scientific studies on tattooing have been published.
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Psychosomatic medicine may be considered to be one of the leading approaches to treating comorbid disorders and conditions. The chapters of this volume are written by experts in the field and present the newest developments in psychosomatic medicine, from basic science to clinical approaches and novel treatments.
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This completely revised and extended 2nd edition of The Tobacco Epidemic provides a comprehensive update of the clinicat, public health and political aspects of tobacco smoking.
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73 Pediatric Airway Surgery
Editors: C.J. Hartnick, M.C. Hansen, Boston, Mass.; T.Q. Gallager, Portsmouth, Va.
VIII + 158 p., 130 fig., 89 in color, 1 tab., online supplementary material, hard cover, 2012. ISBN 978-3-8055-9931-3
74 Comprehensive Techniques in CSF Leak Repair and Skull Base Reconstruction
Editor: B.S. Bleier, Boston, Mass.
X190 p., 74 fig.
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177 Neurocognition and Social Cognition in Schizophrenia Patients
Basic Concepts and Treatment
Editors: V. Roder, Bern; A. Medalia, New York, N.Y.
XII + 178 p., 16 fig., 1 in color, 11 tab., hard cover, 2010. ISBN 978-3-8055-9338-0
178 Violence against Women and Mental Health
Editors: C. Garcia-Moreno, Geneva; A. Riecher-Riissler, Basel
XII180 p., 5 fig., 9 tab.
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Extraordinary insights into an ordinary pathology
In some respects actinic keratosis is the most common and best-known pathology in dermatology. Being such an ordinary pathology, actinic keratosis gives nevertheless insight into an extraordinary number of important biological and clinical processes.
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Covering all aspects of the application of this cutting-edge technology in aesthetics
Radiofrequency (RF) has been used in many areas of medicine for some time, but only gained popularity in aesthetics in the early 2000s. Although initial procedures provided variable results, the field of RF has grown dramatically.
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Novel understanding and cutting-edge information on adult stem cell aging
The functionality of adult tissue stem cells from various organ systems declines during aging.
This publication summarizes novel molecular mechanisms responsible for the development of aging-associated deficiencies as discussed by leading experts during the 5th Else Kröner-Fresenius Symposium.
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Nutrition of young women and its effect on offspring is an almost neglected topic in developed and developing countries alike. Under- as well as overnutrition of the mother can negatively program the child's health: Maternal undernutrition and micronutrient deficiencies are related to both low birth weight and intrauterine growth retardation.
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An overview of current ultrasound modes ranging from experimental approaches to daily clinical practice
Diagnostic ultrasound has become an elementary tool for evaluating cerebrovascular diseases and plays a prominent role in routine clinical practice. Many publications attempt to cover the continuous progress of its diagnostic and even therapeutic applications.
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Dealing with physical illnesses and mental disorders when they occur together
This publication presents evidence about the magnitude and severe consequences of comorbidity of mental and physical illnesses from a personal and societal perspective.
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Lipids have been in clinical use as components of intravenous nutrition for over 50 years.
Over the last 15 years, new and improved lipids that include olive oil and/or fish oil have replaced the more traditional ones.
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