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Presents comprehensive discussions of the individual aspects comprising the complete reproductive process in domesticated animals. This book covers various technological procedures for regulation and manipulation of particular events. It is useful for agriculturalists and veterinarians, as well as to food and environmental scientists.

Describes the production of fishes, particularly the most important species or species groups farmed in both marine and fresh waters throughout the world. This volume emphasizes the systems and practices used for production, aspects which are unusual or constrain further development, and key areas of research.

Reviews the field of the Alpha rhythm component of the electroencephalogram (EEG). This book presents the recognition of the ubiquitous nature of the alpha rhythm such that there are multiple sites of alpha rhythm generation in the brain, many only being detected by using appropriate signal analysis techniques.

A book on spinal restabilization techniques. This title presents an anatomical, biomechanical, clinical, radiological, and surgical overview of the diagnostic methods and treatment options for use in patients presenting with degenerative disc disease associated with spinal instability.

Bringing together an international team of authors to provide the expert descriptions, this book provides a comprehensive description of the clinical neurophysiology of movement disorders. It is arranged with a set of chapters on technique and a separate set of chapters on disorders.

Provides a concise introduction to the anatomy of the skeleton and to osteology. This text gives a comprehensive grounding in skeletal anatomy. Illustrated with line diagrams, x-rays, and CT and MR images, it describes the principal anatomical features of the bones and the structure of the human skeleton.

Summarizing the work of experts in the tissue repair field, this book reviews the similarities and differences in repair of different tissues and organs. It covers the parallels between tissue repair and embryonic development, as well as between tissue repair and cancer. It is useful for basic scientists who work on tissue repair and cancer.

Covering the topics on Head and Neck Ultrasound relevant to the Otolaryngologist, this title includes: Principles of Ultrasound; Head and Neck Anatomy and Ultrasound Correlation; Ultrasound Interpretation; Scanning Techniques for Head and Neck; Role of Ultrasound in Thyroid Disorders; and, Parathyroid localization with Ultrasound.

Takes the practitioner on a journey of examination, critical review and debate prior to making recommendations for best practice in reflexology. This book focuses on the clinical application of reflexology and how it can be best adapted to the context.

Reviews Healthcare Associated Infections in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This title features articles on: Epidemiology and Risk Factors for NICU HAI: Genes and Environment; Strategies to Reduce NICU HAI: Line, Tube, and Hand Hygiene; Candida in the NICU: Pros and Cons of Prophylaxis, MRSA in the NICU; and, more.

A review of both the genetic and genomic factors resulting in a predisposition to human cancer. It includes articles addressing predisposition syndromes in the areas of breast cancer, lower GI cancer, genitourinary cancer, pediatric cancer, endocrine cancer, and hematologic malignancy.

Reviews the important clinical trials in following topics: breast cancer, soft tissue sarcoma, rectal and anal carcinoma, pancreatic adenocarcinoma, hepatocellular carcinoma, gastric cancer, esophageal cancer, colon cancer, advanced and metastatic colorectal carcinoma, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, and melanoma.

Covers the significant changes that have occurred in the diagnosis and treatment of malignant melanoma.

An issue that takes a multimodality approach to imaging of osteoarthritis. It reviews clinical issues including an overview of the disease and imaging as an aid to evaluate patient functionality. It not only covers various standards for imaging but also different techniques under development.

Dedicated to Neuroendovasular Management, this book covers topics such as Neuroendovascular Management of Carotid Cavernous Fistulae, Endovascular Management of Intracranial Aneurysms, Neuroendovascular Management of Vasospasm Following Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Neuroendovascular Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke.

Biomarkers may be enzymes, hormones, biologic substances, or other markers of cardiac stress and malfunction which appear to have growing importance in heart failure. Many biomarkers appear to provide information about the cause of heart failure. This book discusses the role of biomarkers and includes articles that explore individual biomarkers.

Includes topics such as: Molecular markers in thyroid neoplasms; Surgical management of primary hyperparathyroidism; Surgical management of well-differentiated thyroid cancer; Surgical management of carcinoid tumors; Recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring; Surgical management of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome; and, Management of adrenal cancer.

Offers comprehensive information on parasitology for the small animal practitioner. This title covers such topics as: fleas and ticks; mites and lice; giardia and tritrichomonas; toxoplasma gondii and intestinal coccidia; babesia, cytoxzoan, and hepatozoan; heartworms; intestinal nematodes; and, lungworms and other extraintestinal nematodes.

A primer on endoscopy for the small animal practitioner. It covers such topics as: flexible and rigid endoscopic equipment and specialized instrumentation, anesthesia, diagnostic rigid Endoscopy, flexible gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures, airway evaluation and flexible endoscopic procedures, complications, and more.

Deals with the topic of imaging techniques for the small animal practitioner. This title is divided into 4 sections: Radiology (covering principles of digital imaging); Ultrasound (covering GI tract, right lateral intercostal space, and thorax); Computed Tomography (portosystemic shunts); and, Nuclear Medicine (imaging of portosystemic shunts).

Offers a primer on ultrasound for the food animal practitioner. This title covers such topics as: ultrasound imaging and the main artifacts in bovine medicine, ultrasonography of the gastro-intestinal tract, ultrasonography of the liver, cardiovascular ultrasonography in cattle, ultrasonographic assessment of umbilical disorders, and more.

Offers information on bacterial and parasitic diseases in exotic pet animals for the exotic animal veterinarian. This title covers such species as: passerines, psittacines, anseriformes, birds of prey, ferrets, rabbits, primates, fish, and more.

Vasectomy is the most commonly utilized form of male contraception. This title addresses the issues in such a way to allow the reader to evaluate what works best for their individual practice utilizing evidence-based medicine when it exists.

Focuses on the importance of the first ray in podiatric medicine and treatments. This title covers such topics as: Normal and Abnormal Mechanics of the First Ray, the Versatility of the Lapidus Arthrodesis, the Argument for Osteotomies, Fine Tuning Bunion Surgery, First MTPJ Fusion, the First Ray and Flatfoot Surgery, and more.

Includes such articles as - Pre-Operative Assesment of the Dysvascular/Diabetic Amputee; Prosthetic/Rehabilitation issues in the Dysvascular/Diabetic Amputee; Update in PVD and Claudication Rehabilitation; Update in Cardiac Rehabilitation; Pain Issues in the Dysvascular Diabetic Patient; and, Dysvascular Issues in the Spinal Cord Patient.

Covering fetal neurology, this title explores the genetic basis of normal brain development and its disorders, including reviews on the prosencephalon, the cerebral cortex, and the cerebellum. It includes articles on normal fetal cerebral substrate supply, disorders of placental circulation and the fetal brain, and disorders of fetal circulation.

Offers information on nutritional deficiencies. This work contains reviews on topics including Protein-energy malnutrition, Nutritional deficiencies in the developing world, Nutritional deficiencies in children on restricted diets, and Therapies associated with nutrient deficiencies (Sulfasalazine, methotrexate, seizure medications, and steroids).

Reviews the topic of pediatric quality. Examining the case for quality improvement in pediatrics, this title approaches to improve pediatric health care, also examining driving children's healthcare initiatives, and the future of quality on pediatric practice.

Includes such articles as - Percutaneous Plating of Proximal Humeral Fractures; Mini Incision Surface Replacement of the Humeral Head; Mini Incision Carpal Tunnel Release; MIS Hueter-Gaine Approach for THA; MIS Unicondylar Arthroplasty - Mini Open and Arthroscopic Approach; and, MIS THA using a Watson-Jones Approach.