A left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a surgically implanted pump that helps the left ventricle pump blood to the rest of the body.? The purpose of this issue is to let cardiologists know about the latest devices, their complications, and the clinical situations in which they are most beneficial.

This volume of the Urologic Clinics covers the indications, controversies, and complications of Lymphadenectomy in Urologic Oncology.? Cancer of the prostate, bladder, testicles, and kidney are covered, along with new imaging modalities and complications of open and minimally invasive lymphadenectomy.

Acute Trauma;? Toe to Hand Transfers; Functioning Muscle Transfers; The Stiff Joint; Contracture Release; Secondary Flexor Tendon Reconstruction;? Tendon Transfer; Nerve Reconstruction; Current Status of Brachial Plexus Reconstruction; Treatment of Non-union and Mal-union Following Hand Fractures;? Rheumatoid Hand Reconstruction; Intrinsic Flaps of the Hand; Reconstruction of the Ischemic Hand; Joint Reconstruction in the Hand;? Reconstruction of the Hand with Wide-Awake Surgery

Overview of Perforator Imaging and Flap Perfusion Technologies; Assessing Perforator Architecture; Acoustic Doppler Sonography, Color Duplex Ultrasound, and Laser Doppler Flowmetry as Tools for Successful Autologous Breast Reconstruction; Doppler Sonography and Color Duplex Imaging;? Computerized Tomographic and Magnetic Resonance Angiography-Technical; CT Angiography: Clinical Applications; CT Angiography: Assessing Outcomes;? Non-contrast Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Preoperative Perforator Mapping; Contrast Enhanced Magnetic Resonance; Dynamic Infrared Thermography (DIRT);? Fluorescent Angiography; Near Infrared Spectroscopy in Autologous Breast Reconstruction; Implantable Doppler System; Noninvasive Tissue Oximetry

In this issue of Surgical Clinics guest editor Dr. Melissa Kaptanian brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Management of Benign Breast Disease. Covering treatment options for every major benign breast disorder, top experts in the field provide up-to-date reviews on management of papillary lesions, lactational disorders; gynecomastia and male benign diseases; radiographic lesions of the breast; and more. Contains 15 relevant, practice-oriented topics including management of mastalgia; management of lobular atypia; management of ductal atypia; the functional breast; management of mastitis, abscess, and fistula; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on management of benign breast disease, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Articles in this issue include: "Low Back Pain: Health Care Dilemma?, ? "Anatomic and Biomechanical Principles of the Lumbar Spine?, ? "Diagnosis of Low Back Pain: Imaging and Electrodiagnostics?, ? "Axial Low Back Pain: Disc, Posterior Element, Sacroiliac Joint as Pain Generators?, "Radicular Pain?, "Myofascial Pain and Referral Patterns?, "Osteoporosis and Compression Fracture?, ? "Exercise for Low Back Pain?, "Pharmacologic Treatment for Low Back Pain?, "Complementary and Alternative Medicine Treatments for Low Back Pain?, "Interventional Treatments for Low Back Pain - General Risks?, ? "Epidural Steroid Injections?, "Z-joint and SIJ Intra-Articular Injection and Diagnostic Blocks?, ? "Radiofrequency Neurotomy?, "Discography/IDET/Biaculoplasty?, "Vertebroplasty/Kyphoplasty?, "Pumps/Stims?, "Chronic Low Back Pain and Psychosocial Is

In this issue of Dental Clinics, guest editors Drs. Jack L. Ferracane, Luiz E. Bertassoni, and Carmem S. Pfeifer bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Dental Biomaterials. Dental biomaterials have received recent attention in terms of exhibiting excellent performance, as well as increased migration and proliferation of cells involved in the osseointegration of implants. This issue offers up-to-date, expert coverage of adhesives, cements, composites, ceramics, scaffold materials, and implants, as well as light curing and safety of dental materials. Contains 11 practice-oriented topics including dental adhesives: surface modifications of tooth structure for stable bonding; resin-based composites: materials for direct and indirect applications; new technologies for restorative dentistry; advances in ceramics for dental applications; cements and protocols for bonded dental ceramics; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on dental biomaterials, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Aging of the periorbital region as it pertains to facial plastic and reconstructive surgery is the focus of this publication; topics include: Mid-face Restoration in the Management of the Lower Lid; The Brow and Forehead in Periocular rejuvenation; Autologous Fat and Fillers in Periocular Rejuvenation; SOOF, Fat Repositioning and Rejuvenation of the Lower Lid; Periocular Anatomy and Aging; Management of the Asian Upper Lid; Rejuvenation of the Upper Eyelid; Periocular Trauma and Reconstruction; Complications in Periocular Rejuvenation.

Articles in this issue include: Complications of Small Joint Arthroplasty; Complications of Total Wrist Arthroplasty; Complications of limited and total wrist fusions; Soft tissue Complications of distal radius fractures; Bony Complications of distal radius fractures; Intra and extra-articular malunions;? DRUJ disorders after distal radius fractures; Complex Regional Pain Syndrome; Complications of flexor tendon surgery; Treatment of the Stiff Finger; The Irritable Nerve; Post-operative sensory abnormalities; Complications of elective microsurgery; Soft tissue coverage;? Treatment of Post-operative Infections; Complications of phalangeal and metacarpal fractures.

In this issue of Otolaryngologic Clinics, guest editors Drs. Regina Rodman and C. Michael Haben bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Gender Affirmation Surgery in Otolaryngology. Top experts in the field cover key topics such as masculinization laryngoplasty; facial analysis, browlift and brow position; genioplasty for chin reduction; Adam's apple reduction; cheek augmentation; voice tuning refinements with laser; and more. Contains 17 relevant, practice-oriented topics including approach to the transgender patient; impact and expectations of hormone replacement therapy or orchiectomy on the timing of, or necessity for, gender affirmation voice surgery; the role of voice as a source of dysphoria and gender identity; feminization laryngoplasty; voice and speech training for the transgender patient: what the otolaryngologist should know; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on gender affirmation surgery in otolaryngology, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Advances in Surgery reviews the year's most important findings and updates within the field in order to provide surgeons with the current clinical information they need for everyday practice. A distinguished editorial board, led by Dr. John L. Cameron, identifies key areas of major progress and controversy and invites preeminent specialists to contribute original articles devoted to these topics. These insightful overviews in surgery inform and enhance clinical practice by bringing concepts to a clinical level and exploring their everyday impact on patient care. Contains 20 articles on such topics as failure to rescue after the Whipple; management of necrotizing pancreatitis; what surgeons need to know about gene therapy for cancer; and how can we decrease firearm deaths in the United States. Provides in-depth, clinical reviews in surgery, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information in the field under the leadership of an experienced editorial team. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

Part one of a two-part series dedicated to Rehabilitation, this issue explores rehab from the perspective of the Athletic Trainer and Physical Trainer.? Guest Editor Dr. Jeff Konin of the University of South Florida's Department of Orthopedic Surgery and his team of contributors discuss key subjects, such as the rehabilitation referral, return to play criteria, strength and conditioning, the future of rehab, concussion, and of course, rehabilitaion of specific areas of the body including the shoulder, elbow, knee, hip, and more.

In this issue of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics, guest editor Dr. Seenu Susarla brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Management of Craniosynostosis. Devoted for the first time solely to this broad and challenging topic, this issue presents expert coverage of the history, genetics, pathophysiology, and multidisciplinary surgical management of all the major craniosynostosis syndromes. Contains 12 relevant, practice-oriented topics including multidisciplinary care considerations for patients with craniosynostosis; syndromic synostosis: cranial vault expansion in infancy; syndromic synostosis: frontofacial surgery; syndromic synostosis: subcranial surgery; syndromic synostosis: orthognathic surgery; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on management of craniosynostosis, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.