This book is a survey of papers dedicated to Electrophotonic Imaging (EPI) GDV Bioelectrography applications in Medicine and Psychology from 2000 to 2012. The most of cited works are presented in proceedings of different conferences, but a lot are published in per-review journals. It is clear that Electrophotonic technique has high potential in analyzing Human Energy Field for health and wellbeing and monitoring the reaction of people to different influences and treatments.

Health investigation and treatment have moved from a clinician-centred approach to a patient-centred approach during the past few decades. Patients are now rightly regarded as empowered and informed users of health services, not passive recipients. Motivated by this philosophical shift, this new book identifies the key issues underpinning the complete delivery of 'good' patient care and considers their application in the medical radiation sciences. Taking a UK/European perspective, the authors examine how a holistic approach is related to legislation, human rights and perceived patient needs. Medical imaging and radiotherapy are front line services experienced by vast numbers of patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, including trauma and cancer. The book includes coverage of behavioural science and health psychology together with practical applications such as safe manual handling, infection control and radiation safety. This provides the reader with a comprehensive understanding of what contributes to the patient's experience in diagnostic imaging and radiotherapy. It also considers other aspects of the patient experience, such as inter-professional team working, disability, communication, clinical procedures and practice. Identifies the key issues underpinning the complete delivery of 'good' patient care and considers their application in the medical radiation sciences. Takes a UK/European perspective. Covers behavioural science and health psychology together with practical applications such as safe manual handling, infection control and radiation safety. Considers all aspects of the patient experience, including communication, clinical procedures and practice.

The fourth edition of this highly successful textbook discusses the practical applications of the various methods of regional anaesthesia, including ultrasound, as well as giving an account of their theoretical aspects. The well-established author team use their experience to provide a practical and stimulating book which reflects everyday clinical activity, supplemented by high definition ultrasound images and schematic diagrams. The book will also discuss the place of regional anaesthesia in current medical practice, particularly with regard to pain processes, ultrasound imaging, and patient outcomes. Regional anaesthesia is a rapidly expanding sub-speciality of anaesthesia: routine provision of long-lasting pain relief and the introduction of real-time ultrasound block has fuelled a demand for cadaver and ultrasound-based anatomy training courses. Thus, it is more important than ever to have a thorough grounding in this exciting subspecialty.

This simple reference guide on how to examine and interpret CT head scans will be an invaluable guide to all radiographers, medical students and junior doctors. CT head scans are one of the most common medical and radiological examinations to be carried out in hospitals, and is now becoming a role extension for radiographers to diagnose and report these images. This guidebook hopes to provide the reader with a fundamental overview of the common pathologies found in CT head imaging from degenerative disease to tumours, infections, inflammations and normal variants. This book can also be used as a reference tool for any medical professionals who want to further their knowledge of common CT head abnormalities, the nature of the pathology and differential diagnosis.

SALIENT FEATURES -Comprises 200 Common and rares Cases with highly organized radiological description of the diseases. -Classifies all cases in a series of Head and Spine chapters. -Covers all new imaging modalities. -Useful for Radiologist, Residents in Radiology preparing their examination (FRCR) and also for Neurologists and Neurosurgeons. - A different style used to give the opportunity to the readers to use the book directly as an atlas or to cover the diagnosis and comment and use it as a Case-Reviews, this idea is not present in the other books.

This simple reference guide on how to examine and interpret CT head scans will be an invaluable guide to all radiographers, medical students and junior doctors. CT head scans are one of the most common medical and radiological examinations to be carried out in hospitals, and is now becoming a role extension for radiographers to diagnose and report these images. This guidebook hopes to provide the reader with a fundamental overview of CT head imaging from the technological side of how CT functions to in depth anatomy illustrations, report writing and common pathologies in acute trauma and vascular disease. This book can also be used as a reference tool for any medical professionals who want to further their knowledge of common CT head abnormalities, the nature of the pathology and differential diagnosis.

Computer-assisted imaging with radiation (x- and gamma rays) is an integral part of modern medical-diagnostic practice. This imaging technology is also slowly finding its way into industrial applications. Although the technology is well developed, there is a need for further improvement to enhance image quality, reduce artifacts, minimize patient radiation exposure, compete with and complement other imaging methods (such as magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasonics), and accommodate dense and large objects encountered in industrial applications.

Scientists and engineers, attempting to progress this technology, are faced with an enormous amount of literature, addressing the imaging problem from various view points. This book provides a single source that addresses both the physical and mathematical aspects of the imaging problem in a consistent and comprehensive manner.
Discusses the inherent physical and numerical capabilities and limitations of the methods presented for both the forward and inverse problems

Provides information on available Internet resources and software

Written in a manner that makes it readable by physicists, mathematicians, engineers and computer scientists - avoids, as much as possible, the use of specialized terminology without clear introduction and definition

Computer-assisted imaging with radiation (x- and gamma rays) is an integral part of modern medical-diagnostic practice. This imaging technology is also slowly finding its way into industrial applications. Although the technology is well developed, there is a need for further improvement to enhance image quality, reduce artifacts, minimize patient radiation exposure, compete with and complement other imaging methods (such as magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasonics), and accommodate dense and large objects encountered in industrial applications. Scientists and engineers, attempting to progress this technology, are faced with an enormous amount of literature, addressing the imaging problem from various view points. This book provides a single source that addresses both the physical and mathematical aspects of the imaging problem in a consistent and comprehensive manner.

Amirsys proudly announces the Second Edition of the bestselling Diagnostic Imaging: Obstetrics," "written by the foremost experts in the field, Dr. Paula Woodward and team.""With approximately 260 diagnoses--all featuring the most recent information, ""citations, and images--this reference guides the practicing radiologist through the""intricacies of obstetrics and gynecology. Richly colored graphics pop off the page, and""all images are fully annotated to highlight the most important diagnostic possibilities.""Coupled with a new companion eBook, which includes hundreds of additional""images, references, and fully searchable text, this updated volume will surely""become the new standard reference textbook for imaging of obstetrics and""gynecologic-related anomalies.""

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique used to visualize detailed internal structure of the body. This book discusses the recent developments in the field of MRI and its application to the diagnosis of human brain disorders. In addition, it reviews the newly emerging concepts and technology, based on the multi-coherence imaging (MQCI). It explains how computer packages can be used to generate images in diseased states and compare them to in vivo results. This will help improve the diagnosis of brain disorders based on the real-time events happening on atomic and molecular quantum levels. This is important since quantum-based MRI would enable clinicians to detect brain tumors at the very early stages.

Medical Spanish: A Basic Grammar Guide is the most extensive grammar guide for health care ever created. Oriented to Medical Spanish, this book is an extremely thorough and practical review of grammar essentials. It provides the "ultimate" method for health care workers to study the language. It is organized into well-defined sections, each of which offers clear and concise explanations and examples of grammar topics. The book also includes verb tenses, examples of everyday usage, and cultural notes. It is a book for all levels of Spanish. And for those in the health care field, there is no better investment, not only as a learning tool, but also as a general reference for Spanish grammar. At 240 pages and encompassing a single volume, it is an indispensable guide for understanding grammar as it relates to Medical Spanish. Undoubtedly, those who use this book will keep it close when evaluating Spanish-speaking patients. In short, they will rely on it and never want to work without it again.

Modern medical practice has seen many advances in imaging over the past ten years. Magnetic Resonance Imaging, CT scanning and Ultrasound investigations have all been added to the repertoire of normal practice. However, the humble chest X-ray remains a crucial first line investigation - particularly for acute medical admissions. Many chest X-rays are requested for a specific purpose e.g. confirmation of pneumonia, but the image may reveal features of previously unsuspected disease of another body system. Digital storage of X-ray images means that a chest X-ray may be viewed at any computer workstation in your hospital. Clinicians now have the opportunity to view these images without waiting for the X-ray packet to be delivered. This can only be advantageous for the patient if the clinician knows what to look for on the image. This book takes you through 200 images in a stimulating manner designed to improve your confidence in reporting the humble chest X-ray.

Medical Spanish: A Family Doc's Guide, Special Audio Edition is the most extensive Medical Spanish resource ever created for family medicine. At 688 pages, it is so complete, those who practice family medicine will never want to work without it again. History: Step-by-step phrases for taking a complete history. Don't know much Spanish? No problem. If you speak English, this book will allow you to obtain all the information you need from Spanish-speaking patients. It is that complete and easy to use. Physical Exam / Evaluation: Just as easy are the step-by-step phrases for performing a complete physical examination and evaluation. No matter what your Spanish level, this book orients the exam and evaluation to the way you think in English. Diagnosis: A virtual cookbook for instructing patients about numerous diagnostic issues. Want the information in technical terms? Want the information in lay terms? And want the information explained in the kind of Spanish, which your patients understand? Procedures: Need to explain the details of procedures to your patients? Just pick your topic. Treatment Explanations: A whole host of treatment issues and their explanations - from sinusitis and birth control to the common cold, hypertension, and many more. Vocabulary: From soups to nuts - literally - all of the vocabulary needed for family medicine is in this book. Audio: Over 2 hours of clear and crisp Spanish pronunciation, including essential phrases and vocabulary. Uncommonly simple - and utilitarian. This book has it all.

Medical Spanish: A Guide for Social Services, Complete Volume, is the most extensive Medical Spanish resource ever created for Social Services. At 596 pages, it is so complete, those involved with social services will never want to work without it again. History: Step-by-step phrases for taking a complete social services history. Don't know much Spanish? No problem. If you speak English, you can take a history from Spanish-speaking patients with this book. It is that complete and easy to use. Evaluation: Just as easy are the step-by-step phrases for performing a complete evaluation. No matter what your Spanish level, this book orients the evaluation to the way you think in English. Social Services Determination: A virtual cookbook for instructing patients about numerous determination issues. Want the information in technical terms? Want the information in lay terms? And want the information explained in the kind of Spanish, which your clients understand? Procedures: Need to explain the procedures your clients need or you need to accomplish? Just pick your topic. Social Services Issue Explanations: A whole host of issues and their explanations - from adoption and birth control to end-of-life concerns, teen problems, and many more. Vocabulary: From soups to nuts - literally - all of the vocabulary needed for Social Services is in this book. Uncommonly simple - and utilitarian. This book has it all.

Medical Spanish: A Psychiatrist's Guide, Complete Volume, is the most extensive Medical Spanish resource ever created for psychiatrists. At 692 pages, it is so complete that psychiatrists will never want to work without it again. History: Step-by-step phrases for taking a complete medical and psychiatric history. Don't know much Spanish? No problem. If you speak English, you can take a history from Spanish-speaking patients with this book. It is that complete and easy to use. Evaluation: Just as easy are the step-by-step phrases for performing a complete psychiatric examination and evaluation. Do you want your patients to interpret proverbs, perform memory tests, or just be quiet? No matter what your Spanish level, this book orients the evaluation to the way you think in English. Diagnosis: A virtual cookbook for instructing patients about numerous diagnostic issues. Want the diagnosis in technical terms? Want the diagnosis in lay terms? And want the diagnosis explained in the kind of Spanish, which your patients understand? Procedures: Need to explain the procedures you need to perform? Just pick your topic. Treatment and Explanations: A whole host of treatments and their explanations - from anxiety disorders and depression to bipolar disease and many more. Vocabulary: From soups to nuts - literally - all of the vocabulary needed to practice good psychiatry is in this book. Uncommonly simple - and utilitarian. This book has it all.

Medical Spanish: A Psychologist's Guide, Complete Volume, is the most extensive Medical Spanish resource ever created for psychologists. At 692 pages, it is so complete, psychologists will never want to work without it again. History: Step-by-step phrases for taking a complete medical and psychological history. Don't know much Spanish? No problem. If you speak English, you can take a history from Spanish-speaking patients with this book. It is that complete and easy to use. Evaluation: Just as easy are the step-by-step phrases for performing a complete psychological examination and evaluation. Do you want your patients to interpret proverbs, perform memory tests, or just be quiet? No matter what your Spanish level, this book orients the evaluation to the way you think in English. Diagnosis: A virtual cookbook for instructing patients about numerous diagnostic issues. Want the diagnosis in technical terms? Want the diagnosis in lay terms? And want the diagnosis explained in the kind of Spanish, which your patients understand? Procedures: Need to explain the procedures you need to perform? Just pick your topic. Treatment and Explanations: A whole host of treatments and their explanations - from anxiety disorders and depression to bipolar disease and many more. Vocabulary: From soups to nuts - literally - all of the vocabulary needed to practice good psychology is in this book. Uncommonly simple - and utilitarian. This book has it all.

In the ancestral environment, a human female typically carried at least half a dozen babies to term. The fact that modern women are able to limit the number of children they bear has dramatic consequences for the incidence of uterine fibroids, as well as the clinical care of fibroids patients. "Fibroids, Menstruation, Childbirth, and Evolution" explores these connections, integrating a vast amount of medical knowledge about the uterus into one volume.

During pregnancy, the mother's blood prepares for an enormous hemostatic event: the delivery of the placenta. That fetal organ is the vascular link between mother and offspring. At childbirth, one-tenth of mother's cardiac output flows through the placenta, feeding the growing child. When the placenta is sheared away from its attachment to the uterus, two hundred large uteroplacental arteries are ripped apart and bleed profusely into the uterine cavity.

For many hours following delivery, uterine contractions slow blood flow within the uterus, allowing the high concentration of clotting factors built up in the mother's blood during pregnancy to solidify throughout the uterine circulation and stop blood loss. Then, hours later, the tide reverses, most of these uterine blood clots dissolve, and more normal blood flow returns to the uterus. This amazing process occurs with each pregnancy.

During this process, the uterus is ischemic and hypoxic. Unlike brain and heart, which can only survive minutes of decreased blood flow, the uterus can withstand dramatically diminished blood flow for hours. In fact, it is natural for this to occur once every few years. Uterine ischemia and hypoxia are a natural part of every woman's genetic makeup.

In 1995 a group of French physicians discovered that it was possible to emulate the physiology of childbirth by stopping blood flow to the uterus with small plastic particles. Initially, they injected these particles to diminish blood loss during subsequent fibroid surgery. However, they soon learned that the injection of these particles was therapeutic in and of itself for women with symptomatic fibroids.

Unbeknownst to this French group, earlier, in 1964, an American physician surgically occluded the uterine arteries to treat women without fibroids who had excessive monthly menstrual blood loss. Subsequent physicians have occluded the uterine arteries in various ways to treat a third common disorder, adenomyosis. Finally, these clinical successes suggest that future episodes of endometriosis may be preventable in some women treated with uterine artery closure.

Dr. Fred Burbank's comprehensive book provides insight into how physicians can use uterine artery closure techniques to more effectively treat uterine disorders. In addition, his book contains short courses on magnetic resonance imaging, hemodynamics, uterine artery embolization, and the hemostatic and hemolytic systems, making it possible for readers less familiar with these complex subjects to understand the text without referring to outside sources.

About the Author Dr. Burbank is an epidemiologist, a psychiatrist, a diagnostic radiologist, a cardiovascular interventionalist, and an expert in women's health. He is also an inventor-entrepreneur. For recreation, he flies, swims, and reads. For more information, please visit his bio on www.saltcreekmedical.com.

Medical Spanish: A Guide for Obstetrics and Gynecology, Complete Volume, is the most extensive Medical Spanish resource ever created for Obstetrics and Gynecology. At 688 pages, it is so complete, those involved with obstetrics and gynecology will never want to work without it again. History: Step-by-step phrases for taking a complete medical, obstetrical, and gynecological history. Don't know much Spanish? No problem. If you speak English, you can take a history from Spanish-speaking patients with this book. It is that complete and easy to use. Evaluation: Just as easy are the step-by-step phrases for performing a complete obstetrical and gynecological examination and evaluation. No matter what your Spanish level, this book orients the evaluation to the way you think in English. Diagnosis: A virtual cookbook for instructing patients about numerous diagnostic issues. Want the diagnosis in technical terms? Want the diagnosis in lay terms? And want the diagnosis explained in the kind of Spanish, which your patients understand? Procedures: Need to explain the procedures you need to perform? Just pick your topic. Treatment and Explanations: A whole host of treatments and their explanations - from birth control and breast diseases to STDs, menopause and many more. Vocabulary: From soups to nuts - literally - all of the vocabulary needed to practice good obstetrics and gynecology is in this book. Uncommonly simple - and utilitarian. This book has it all.

Part of the brand-new Expert Differential Diagnoses series, this unique print-and-electronic reference will guide radiologists toward logical, on-target differential diagnoses based on key imaging findings and clinical information. The book presents the most useful differential diagnoses for the musculoskeletal system, grouped into three categories: anatomy based, image based (radiograph/CT, MR, ultrasound, nuclear medicine), and clinically based. Each differential diagnosis includes at least eight clear, sharp, succinctly annotated images; a list of diagnostic possibilities sorted as common, less common, and rare but important; and brief, bulleted text offering helpful diagnostic clues. The companion online Amirsysr e-Book AdvantageT provides additional annotated images.

Written by a team of expert authors from all members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team, Pancreatic Cancer summarizes our current understanding of the epidemiology, genetics, imaging and treatment of these complex malignancies. Each imaging modality is reviewed, with an emphasis on MDCT, MRI and EUS; the key aspects of image interpretation are covered. Separate chapters focus on diagnosis and staging of ductal adenocarcinoma, cystic pancreatic neoplasms and neuroendocrine tumors; rare neoplasms and benign pancreatic disorders that mimic pancreatic cancer are also considered. All treatment options are discussed in detail, including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, and the multidisciplinary approach to patients with more advanced disease is fully reviewed. This volume is a state-of-the-art review of current practice and knowledge of pancreatic cancer.

Co-authored by a nuclear cardiologist and a cardiologist, this book presents practical, up-to-date information on diagnostic imaging for coronary artery disease, including coronary CT angiography, cardiac SPECT, cardiac PET, and MRI. The authors present the basic concepts and must-know facts of these modalities and offer guidelines for risk stratification of coronary artery disease. Test questions for board review are included.

A companion Website will contain clinical case examples of coronary CT angiography studies and nuclear studies. Full-color images of black-and-white print CT, SPECT, and PET materials will be included. The Website will also include 31 video clips.