| Author | : Robert F. Mueller |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 388 |
| Release | : 2001 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : |
Today's medical student needs to understand the principles of genetics rather than accumulate detailed facts. This text explains the essential themes of medical genetics whilst remaining in control of the developments in this subject.
| Author | : Michael Connor |
| Publisher | : Wiley-Blackwell |
| Total Pages | : 248 |
| Release | : 1997-04-29 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 9780865426665 |
Essential Medical Genetics gives a balanced introduction to the basic principles of genetics and how it is applied to the understanding and treatment of diseases with a genetic component. Divided into two sections, basic principles and clinical applications, it covers the information that medical students are taught at the preclinical and clinical levels. This book has been written for clinicians, scientists, counselors and teachers--and any other professionals desiring an understanding of modern medical genetics.
| Author | : Edward S. Tobias |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 351 |
| Release | : 2011-11-15 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1118293703 |
Adopted at Cambridge University Essential Medical Genetics provides students, clinicians, counsellors and scientists with the up-to-date information they need regarding the basic principles underlying medical genetics. It also provides guidance on how to apply current knowledge in clinical contexts, covering a wide variety of topics: from genome structure and function to mutations, screening and risk assessment for inherited disorders. This sixth edition has been substantially updated to include, for instance, the latest information on the Human Genome Project as well as several new molecular genetic and chromosome analysis techniques. In full colour throughout, it includes a number of brand new features, including: a large number of self-assessment questions; 'Essentials' chapter summaries; further reading suggestions; and case study scenarios introducing clinical situations. An invaluable new section gives illustrated practical advice regarding how to choose the best available online genetic databases and also, importantly, how to most easily and most efficiently use them, for a wide range of purposes. Essential Medical Genetics is the perfect resource for a course on medical genetics, and is now accompanied by a regularly updated website and the FREE enhanced Wiley Desktop Edition (upon purchase of the book). The companion website at www.wiley.com/go/tobias features figures from the book in PowerPoint format and a link to the authors' website with regularly updated links to genetic databases and additional self-test questions. This title is also available as a mobile App from MedHand Mobile Libraries. Buy it now from iTunes, Google Play or the MedHand Store.
| Author | : Peter D Turnpenny |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 465 |
| Release | : 2011-03-04 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 0702045055 |
Master the genetics you need to know with the updated 14th Edition of Emery’s Elements of Medical Genetics by Drs. Peter Turnpenny and Sian Ellard. Review the field’s latest and most important topics with user-friendly coverage designed to help you better understand and apply the basic principles of genetics to clinical situations. Learning is easy with the aid of clear, full-color illustrative diagrams, a wealth of clinical photographs of genetic diseases, multiple-choice and case-based review questions, and end-of-chapter summaries. With this highly visual, award-winning classic in your hands, you have all the genetics knowledge you need for exams or practice. This title includes additional digital media when purchased in print format. For this digital book edition, media content is not included. Get a broad view of medical genetics with a unique three-part structure that looks at the Principles of Human Genetics, Genetics in Medicine, and Clinical Genetics. Visualize the appearance of genetic disorders with a fantastic art program that presents many clinical photos of genetic diseases, and work through complicated ideas with an array of full-color illustrative diagrams. Master the material you need to know with a title preferred by faculty and students alike over the last three decades and awarded the British Medical Association Medial Student Textbook of the Year in 2008. Access to www.studentconsult.com, including 150 USMLE-style multiple choice questions to aid study and self-testing. Apply the latest research with chapters on developmental genetics, cancer genetics, prenatal testing and reproduction genetics, ‘clonal’ sequencing, and more. Understand complex concepts with the help of an increased number of diagrams. Be fully aware of social, ethical, and counseling issues by reviewing an improved section on these topics.
| Author | : Richard W. Dehn |
| Publisher | : Elsevier Health Sciences |
| Total Pages | : 465 |
| Release | : 2020-01-10 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 0323624685 |
Provide safe and effective care to every patient with the fully revised 4th Edition of Essential Clinical Procedures. Written by experts in the field, this widely used reference shows you step by step how to perform more than 70 of the most common diagnostic and treatment-related procedures in today's primary care and specialist settings. You'll find clear, concise coverage of the skills you need to know, including new and advanced procedures and new procedure videos. - Covers patient preparation, the proper use of instruments, and potential dangers and complications involved in common procedures, as well as nonprocedural issues such as informed consent, standard precautions, patient education, and procedure documentation. - Includes new chapters on Point-of-Care Ultrasound and Ring Removal, as well as 34 new procedure videos. - Features significantly revised content on cryosurgery • injection techniques • arterial puncture • shoulder/finger subluxations • sterile technique • outpatient coding • casting and splinting • blood cultures • standard precautions • and more. - Contains more than 200 high-quality illustrations, including updated images of office pulmonary function testing and wound closure. - Uses a consistently formatted presentation to help you find information quickly. - Reflects the latest evidence-based protocols and national and international guidelines throughout. - Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.
| Author | : Zeynep Gromley |
| Publisher | : Thieme |
| Total Pages | : 1091 |
| Release | : 2021-01-06 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1626235368 |
Integrates biochemical, molecular, and cellular health and disease processes into one essential text! Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, and Genetics: An Integrated Textbook by Zeynep Gromley and Adam Gromley is the first to cover molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry (metabolism), and genetics in one comprehensive yet concise resource. Throughout the book, these topics are linked to other basic medical sciences, such as pharmacology, physiology, pathology, immunology, microbiology, and histology, for a truly integrated approach. Key Highlights Easy-to-read text enhances understanding of underlying molecular mechanisms of disease Nearly 500 illustrations and tables help reinforce chapter learning objectives Textboxes throughout make connections with other preclinical disciplines End of unit high-order clinical vignette questions with succinct explanations help integrate basic science topics with clinical medicine This textbook provides a robust review for medical students preparing for courses as well as exams. Dental, pharmacy, physician's assistant, nursing, and graduate students in pre-professional/bridge programs will also find this a beneficial learning tool.
| Author | : Alan E. H. Emery |
| Publisher | : OUP Oxford |
| Total Pages | : 300 |
| Release | : 2015-02-19 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 0191503665 |
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, an inherited and progressive muscle wasting disease, is one of the most common single gene disorders found in the developed world. In this fourth edition of the classic monograph on the topic, Alan Emery and Francesco Muntoni are joined by Rosaline Quinlivan, Consultant in Neuromuscular Disorders, to provide a thorough update on all aspects of the disorder. Recent understanding of the nature of the genetic defect responsible for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and isolation of the protein dystrophin has led to the development of new theories for the disease's pathogenesis. This new edition incorporates these advances from the field of molecular biology, and describes the resultant opportunities for screening, prenatal diagnosis, genetic counselling and from recent pioneering work with anti-sense oligonucleotides, the possibility of effective RNA therapy. Although there is still no cure for the disorder, there have been significant developments concerning the gene basis, publication of standards of care guidelines, and improvements in management leading to significantly longer survival, particularly with cardio-pulmonary care. The authors also investigate other forms of pharmacological, cellular and gene therapies. Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy will be essential reading not only for scientists and clinicians, but will also appeal to therapists and other professionals involved in the care of patients with muscular dystrophy.
| Author | : Laura M. Gunder McClary |
| Publisher | : Jones & Bartlett Publishers |
| Total Pages | : 249 |
| Release | : 2010-09-17 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1449618081 |
Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals is a concise, accessible introduction to medical genetics for all health professions students. Even with limited exposure to genetics, students can use the accelerated approach in this text to attain a base foundation of genetics knowledge. This book begins with a review of chromosomes, DNA, RNA, protein synthesis, and inheritance patterns and continues with a clinical focus based on understanding different disease processes. A variety of genetic diseases are explored, including what is known about the genetics involved, the signs and symptoms of the disease, and the treatment options available. Accompanying tables and images aid comprehension. This book also covers diagnostic techniques and an overview of embryonic development and teratogens. The roles of genetic counseling and screening, as well as the ethical and legal issues related to genetic screening and genetic testing are also discussed. Complete with stated objectives, definition of key terms, references, chapter summaries and end of chapter review questions with answers, each chapter is organized for optimal learning. Essentials of Medical Genetics for Health Professionals will not only have application in the classroom setting for health professions or medical students, but practicing clinicians such as physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and physicians who want to learn more or revisit genetics will also find this book a valuable, useful resource. Instructor Resources include PowerPoint Slides, a TestBank, and an Image Bank.
| Author | : H.F. Baars |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 453 |
| Release | : 2010-12-25 |
| Genre | : Medical |
| ISBN | : 1849964718 |
Clinical management and signs are the focus of this practical cardiogenetic reference for those who are involved in the care for cardiac patients with a genetic disease. With detailed discussion of the basic science of cardiogenetics in order to assist in the clinical understanding of the topic. The genetic causes of various cardiovascular diseases are explained in a concise clinical way that reinforces the current management doctrine in a practical manner. The authors will cover the principles of molecular genetics in general but also specific to cardiac diseases. They will discuss the etiology, pathogenesis, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, clinical diagnosis, molecular diagnosis and treatment of each cardiogenetic disease separately. Therapy advice, ICD indications, indications for and manner of further family investigation will all be covered, while each chapter will also contain take-home messages to reinforce the key points. The chapters reviewing the different diseases will each contain a table describing the genes involved in each. Each chapter will also contain specific illustrations, cumulatively giving a complete, practical review of each cardiogenetic disease separately. Special emphasis will be given to advice on how to diagnose and manage cardiogenetic diseases in clinical practice, which genes should be investigated and why, and the pros and cons of genetic testing. Guidelines for investigation in families with sudden cardiac death at young age will also be included. This book will be written for the general cardiologist and the clinical geneticist who is involved in cardiac patients and will provide answers to question such as: Which genes are involved and which mutations? What is the effect of the mutation at cellular level? Which genes should be tested and why? What is the value of a molecular diagnosis? Does it influence therapy? When should the first degree relatives be tested and in which way?
