Book Description: In this book, the author examines the history and applications of urine therapy. This ancient Eastern tradition has only just begun to gain popularity in the West as a natural alternative to modern drugs and surgery. Urine therapy is the oldest natural remedy, and can be used either internally or externally to aid in a variety of ailments. This book is valuable because not only does it examine the research and verification of the effectiveness of urine therapy, but it also takes a more personal approach with its many insights and personal stories. The Golden Fountain is definitely one of the most comprehensive and convincing treatises on urine therapy available today.
Product Description: As an official publication of the National Kidney Foundation (NKF), Primer on Kidney Diseases has received wide critical acclaim since it first published in 1994. Now in its 4th Edition, it continues to provide a current view of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of kidney disease, fluid and electrolyte disorders, hypertension, dialysis, and renal transplantation.
· Incorporates the latest NKF Kidney/Outcome Quality Initiative (K/DOQI) guidelines on chronic kidney disease staging and management. · Delivers balanced and accurate cutting-edge management and treatment guidelines. · Features over 70 international experts in all who offer fresh perspectives and a global view of kidney disease. · Presents new chapters on pathogenesis and pathophysiology of diabetic nephropathy and genetic basis of glomerular and structural kidney disorders. . · Provides expanded coverage of the pathophysiology and management of chronic kidney disease. · Includes a more colorful interior design plus redrawn artwork for ease of use.
Product Description: Renowned for its clear writing style, organization, level and depth of content, and excellent color illustrations, this reference covers the collection and analysis of urine, fecal specimens, vaginal secretions, and other body fluids such as cerebrospinal, synovial, seminal, amniotic, pleural, pericardial, and peritoneal fluids. It covers all aspects of fluid analysis from basic factual information and essential techniques and procedures, to easy-to-grasp explanations of how data is correlated with the basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology to understand pathologic processes.
More than 120 photomicrographs are pictured beside their textual explanations to ensure maximum comprehension and understanding.
Extensive diagrams and tables throughout the text clarify concepts and reinforce content.
Discussion of each body fluid includes the physiology of formation, its composition, diagnostic importance, and the clinical procedures frequently performed.
Various pedagogical elements such as chapter outlines, learning objectives, key terms, case studies, and study questions reinforce the most important information in each chapter.
The chapter on Quality Assurance and Safety (Chapter 2) focuses on the importance of following established lab protocols and guidelines in the clinical lab.
A glossary of scientific terms appears in the back of the book for convenient reference to succinct, accurate definitions.
A unique, new chapter on Analysis of Vaginal Secretions covering wet mount preparation, evaluation, and disease correlation.
A urine sediment image glossary containing over 90 images that serves as a visual reference for identifying cells, crystals, casts, and other elements at the microscope. In addition, these images are almost exclusively of unstained sediment using Brightfield microscopy the technique most frequently used in clinical laboratories.
Case studies at the end of relevant chapters to assist in applying key concepts to real-life scenarios and test reader knowledge.
Product Description: The internationally renowned team of authors responsible for Campbell-Walsh Urology, 9th Edition (formerly known as Campbell's Urology) has skillfully constructed this companion review source to help you master the most important knowledge in urology. Over 2,800 multiple-choice questions cover all of the core material from the textoffering a structured, systematic approach for course review and exam preparation.
Features contributions from the same respected authorities that made Campbell's UROLOGY, 8th Edition the most trusted source in the field.
Offers more than 2,800 straightforward multiple-choice study questions with answers and rationales to help you assess and deepen your understanding of key information.
Uses a chapter sequence, which mirrors that of the parent text, and provides specific page references for each questionmaking it easy to turn to the relevant sections of Campbell-Walsh UROLOGY, 9th Edition for more information.
Delivers balanced coverage of controversial issuesproviding well-rounded explanations of questions for which no one answer is correct.
Provides a wealth of new chapters that that delineate the latest advances and authoritative guidance in the field including chapters on such hot topics as vascular and prosthetic surgery for erectile dysfunction, female sexual function and dysfunction, laparoscopic bladder surgery, tumor markers for prostate cancer, neuromodulation and electrical stimulation.
Product Description: The thoroughly updated New Edition of this best-selling Radiology Requisites volume concisely synthesizes all of today's core knowledge in genitourinary radiology. Clinically oriented coverage encompasses everything from basic principles through the latest diagnostic imaging techniques, equipment, and technology. Practice-proven tips and excellent problem-solving discussions are accompanied by more than 450 images of the highest quality. What's more, abundant boxes, tables, outlines, and suggested reading lists make reference easy.
Delivers more than 450 outstanding illustrations that demonstrate a full range of genitourinary radiologic approaches and imaging findings
Offers numerous outlines, tables, "pearls," and boxed material for easy reading and reference.
Presents state-of-the-art coverage of MR urography, uterine artery embolization, CT for renal stone disease, and many other new areas in the field.
Explores all of the latest genitourinary imaging techniques.
Represents the work of a single authorfor a consistent, cohesive approach throughout.
Product Description: Dedicated to fecal and urinary diversions, this comprehensive reference book features information on the history of enterostomal therapy, anatomy and physiology of diseases that necessitate intestinal or urinary diversions, pouching system management principles, ostomy related complications, care of the cancer patient as well as the patient with chronic disease, and current trends and issues affecting the person with an ostomy. Current topics covered include intestinal diversions requiring temporary diversions, medical and surgical treatments for inflammatory bowel disease, colo-rectal cancers advances and ischemic intestinal disease. Fecal and Urinary Diversions: Management Principles is a valuable resource to students, nurses, physicians, surgeons, and any health professional caring for a person with an ostomy.
Covers lifespan considerations to address the special needs of patients of all ages.
Includes an 8-page color insert with 25 full-color photos illustrating ostomy-related complications to help nurses improve their assessment skills.
Offers a unique framework for pouch selection to help nurses choose the most effective and cost-conscious options.
Covers coping and quality-of-life issues to guide nurses in handling these important patient and professional considerations.
Features practical, step-by-step guidelines for pouching, irrigation, and other techniques.
Provides review questions and answers to help evaluate learning and prepare for certification or recertification.
Product Description: In the bestselling tradi- tion of What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause comes a comprehensive resource about HPV, the dormant disease that infects more than 80% of the sexually active population.Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted disease that is known as the silent killer because its symptoms are so ambiguous most people dont know that they have it. A proven precursor to cervical and penile cancer, HPV can be deadly if left untreated. With 70 strains of the virus in existence, HPV is widespread andsince condoms dont protect youit infects over one million people per year in the United States alone. WHAT YOUR DOCTOR MAY NOT TELL YOU ABOUT HPV AND ABNORMAL PAP SMEARS will raise awareness about this disease, as well as irregular pap smears, and provide much needed information and support for those infected, including self-exams that can be done at home.
Product Description: This Second Edition of the acclaimed book is a concise, introductory guide to urodynamic test-the interpretation of traces and understanding the equipment which diagnoses different types of urinary incontinence- which are scientific and often difficult to understand. Totally updated to include new equipment and new tests, this is an internationally authored, comprehensive reference source.
Book Description: This new volume in the WHO series on histological and genetic typing of human tumours covers tumours of the kidney, the urinary system, the prostate, the testis and paratesticular tissue and the penis. Each entity is extensively discussed with information on clinicopathological, epidemiological, immunophenotypic and genetic aspects of these diseases. This book is an authoritative, concise reference, prepared by 131 authors from 22 countries. It contains more than 800 colour photographs, numerous MRIs, ultrasound images, CT scans, charts and 3000 references.
