pathology books


	Pathology of the Pancreas, Gallbladder, Extrahepatic Biliary Tract, and Ampullary Region (Medicine) by: Ernest E. Lack publisher: Oxford University Press, USA, published: 2001-04-15 ISBN: 0195133927 sales rank: 291835 Product Description As a single comprehensive reference source and full-color atlas, this book covers a wide range of pathology. Normal anatomy as well as developmental abnormalities are detailed. A variety of non-neoplastic conditions are covered, including transplant pathology, diabetes mellitus and pancreatitis. Neoplasms are emphasized. The difficulties encountered with frozen section diagnosis, cytopathology, and tumor classification systems are addressed. Common and rare conditions of pancreas, gallbladder, extrahepatic biliary tract and ampullary regions are all extensively reviewed. Special attention is paid to clinical features, prognostic factors, biologic behavior and survival. With almost 1,300 color images and over 5,300 references, this treatise is a major contribution to field. Review
	Pathology at a Glance (Blackwell's at a Glance) publisher: Blackwell Publishers, published: 2009-07-10 ISBN: 1405136502 sales rank: 1199589 Product Description Following the familiar, easy-to-use at a Glance format and in full-color, "Pathology at a Glance" is an accessible introduction and revision text for medical students. Reflecting changes to the curriculum content and assessment methods employed by medical schools, this at a Glance provides a user-friendly overview of pathology to encapsulate all that the student needs to know. "Pathology at a Glance": addresses the key principles of pathology that are central to medicine; contains full-color artwork throughout, making the subject easy to understand; presents schematic diagrams on the left page and concise explanations on the right; is divided into three sections, covering general and systematic pathology and clinical case examples; contains self-assessment material, including 10 structured case study questions; covers general pathology mechanisms and the clinical pathology of body systems; and, provides key information on the epidemiology, pathogenesis and clinical features of the major diseases. This book is an invaluable resource for all medical students, of equal benefit for those starting their study of pathology or approaching finals; for junior doctors approaching their membership exams and anybody who needs a handy reference. Review
	Speech Correction: An Introduction to Speech Pathology and Audiology (9th Edition) by: Charles Van Riper, Robert L. Erickson publisher: Allyn & Bacon, published: 1995-12-17 ISBN: 0138251428 sales rank: 392400 Product Description Now in its ninth edition, the widely-used book continues to serve both readers and clinicians as the classic introduction to communication disorders. Charles Van Riper's inimitable easy-to-read style, clinical focus, and emphasis on the person with the disability has been preserved and updated by his close friend and colleague, Robert Erickson. Review
	Psychiatric, psychogenic, and somatopsychic disorders handbook: A laboratory and clinical guide to the medical management of emotional and intellectual pathology by: A. James Giannini publisher: Medical Examination Pub. Co, published: 1978 ISBN: 0874885965 sales rank: 1462871 Review
	Veterinary Clinical Pathology: An Introduction by: Marion L. Jackson publisher: Wiley-Blackwell, published: 2007-01-01 ISBN: 0813821401 sales rank: 1175465 Product Description Unique among current literature as a rich source of clinical case material, this book can be used by veterinary students as a reader-friendly introduction to the subject and as the primary textbook in clinical pathology coursework. With its multitude of cases and images, the book is also a useful resource for faculty members to enhance instruction. Veterinary Clinical Pathology: An Introduction aims to provide the veterinary student with a clear, concise overview of basic mechanisms without being overwhelming. Clinical cases enhance the learning experience. Having evolved from the reading assignments for veterinary medical courses in clinical pathology, this text aids in providing students with a sound knowledge base with which to work. Reader-friendly textbook Features innovative case-based approach Provides clear and concise overview of basic mechanisms Practical text for veterinary students, instructors and clinicians alike Students, instructors, and veterinary clinicians seeking a concise, practical handbook will find Veterinary Clinical Pathology: An Introduction invaluable. Review
	Bacterial Plant Pathology: Cell and Molecular Aspects by: David C. Sigee publisher: Cambridge University Press, published: 2005-03-17 ISBN: 052161967X sales rank: 1247404 Product Description Bringing together bacterial structure and function, taxonomy, environmental microbiology, induction and development of plant disease, molecular genetics and disease control, Dr Sigee unifies the field, at the same time as emphasising exciting developments in cell and molecular biology. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, illustrated with numerous tables, diagrams and photographs. Review
	Solid Organ Transplant Rejection: Mechanisms, Pathology, and Diagnosis publisher: Informa HealthCare, published: 1996-02-05 ISBN: 0824795105 sales rank: 1423137 Product Description This state-of-the-art reference provides a valuable overview of the basic mechanisms, molecular biology, histopathology, and clinical diagnosis of solid organ transplant rejection and related conditions--offering comprehensive coverage of both acute and chronic rejection in all types of solid organ allografts. Review
	Basic Concepts of Molecular Pathology (Molecular Pathology Library) publisher: Springer, published: 2009-06-16 ISBN: 0387896252 sales rank: 1476538 Product Description Over the past two decades there has been an explosion in knowledge about the molecular pathology of human diseases which accelerated with the sequencing of the human genome in 2003. Molecular diagnostics and molecular targeted therapy have contributed to the current concept of personalized patient care that is now routine in many medical centers. As a result, general and subspecialty pathologists, clinical practitioners of all types and radiologists must now have an understanding of the basic concepts of molecular pathology and their role in new diagnostic and therapeutic applications to patient care. The Molecular Pathology Library series was created to bridge the gap between traditional basic science textbooks in molecular biology and traditional medical textbooks for organ-specific diseases. Basic Concepts of Molecular Pathology is designed as a stand-alone book to provide the pathologist, clinician or radiologist with a concise review of the essential terminology, concepts and tools of molecular biology that are applied to the understanding, diagnosis and treatment of human diseases in the age of personalized medicine. Those medical practitioners, residents, fellows and students who need to refer to the terminology and concepts of molecular pathology in their patient care will find the Basic Concepts of Molecular Pathology to be a succinct, portable, user-friendly aid in their practice and studies. The service-based physician will find this handy reference to be valuable at the laboratory benchside, at the patient bedside, at multidisciplinary patient care conferences or as a review for examinations. Review
	Physical Signs in Medicine & Surgery: An Atlas of Rare, Lost and Forgotten Physical Signs by: Fred Ashley White publisher: Xlibris Corporation, published: 2009-04-15 ISBN: 1441508287 sales rank: 182711 Product Description Physical Signs in Medicine and Surgery - An Atlas of Rare, Lost and Forgotten Physical Signs: The work for this text began over two decades ago as Dr. Ashley White was researching ancient diseases and their initial presentations for prevention of future pandemic plagues. This evidence based paleopathology research has granted Dr. White access to some of the world's most sensitive archaeological sites. These locations have been in England, Scotland, North and Central America, Nine additional countries in Europe, Asia - including Russia and China, the Middle East, North and Sub-Sahara Africa, and South America including the Amazon Basin. This comprehensive Atlas was originally conceived for doctors providing needed care in dangerous, rugged and remote situations often created by catastrophe, disasters, epidemics, and military conflicts. It is within these serious environments that this Atlas can assist practitioners find the most obscure and difficult diagnosis where access to x-rays and modern laboratory equipment are often impossible. Designed with a unique reference style of key words tagged to known medical systems the Atlas functions as an easy to use clinical field manual whether in use in an advanced medical care unit or in the harsh realm of the jungle. This extensive compendium of rare medical findings, together with an incredible group of landmark essays make this the most complete Atlas of physical signs ever published. Review
	Pioneering Women in Plant Pathology publisher: Amer Phytopathological Society, published: 2008-05-15 ISBN: 0890543593 sales rank: 1458251 Product Description Pioneering Women in Plant Pathology is a biographical book on the early women scientists who led the way for others in the field of plant pathology. These untold stories about 27 fascinating women discuss their struggles and triumphs as early women in the science.With contributions from 37 talented writers and more than 130 figures, we are given a true picture of the challenges these women faced on their way to important discoveries. The authors do a wonderful job presenting the scientific achievements of these women in the context of their time. We also get glimpses into the character of these women that show us how their personal attributes and talents helped them achieve great things.This will be a great read for any of the women of plant pathology today and also the men who work beside them. As a historical book, it will be appropriate for introductory or graduate level plant pathology courses that teach about the early studies of plant disease. Women s studies, agriculture, and science history classes could also use this as a supplementary text. Historians of science will also find this an interesting look into the past.The 27 wonderful stories in the book are enhanced by historical documentation, samples of original research and published articles, reference material, and printed historical accounts. With APS turning 100 in 2008, it is fitting that this book arrived to help commemorate plant pathology s important contributions during the Society s centennial celebration year. Review

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