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Reuse of Plastic Waste in Eco-efficient Concrete presents the latest research findings on the application and use of recycled plastic waste in sustainable construction. Divided over four parts, the book's chapters cover various techniques for processing and separation of plastic wastes; use of recycled plastics as aggregates in modified concrete; as well as lightweight reinforced concrete applications too. There is also an entire section dedicated to asphalt mixtures. It also provides technological solutions on how recycled plastic wastes can be applied in concrete manufacturing. This will be a valuable reference source for academic and industrial researchers who are working with waste materials and the use of recycled plastics in concrete, as well as for civil and structural engineers, polymer production technologists, and concrete manufacturers.

Strategies for Overcoming Chemotherapy Resistance in Cervical Cancer: From Molecular Insights to Precision Solutions, Volume 21 highlights different strategies to reverse chemotherapy resistance in cervical cancer. The book puts a strong focus on strategies to reverse chemotherapy resistance as well as strategies for early detection of the resistance, enhancing precision oncology in terms of patient care and maximizing patient management. The book also looks at virally induced resistance to chemotherapy and recommends combination therapies that can maximize the reversal of this resistance.In 10 chapters, the book not only gives an overview of cervical cancer and chemotherapy as treatment, but also investigates resistance to chemotherapy and treatment for resistance. It defines treatment mechanisms, options, and limitations to beat chemotherapy resistance and the reversal of the resistance mechanisms. It gives insights into future directions of cervical cancer treatment using epigenetic silencing, chemotherapy splicing, the involvement of MicroRNAs to chemotherapy resistance, and the application of Artificial Intelligence.

Written by clinicians with years of experience in paediatrics, this unique textbook is designed to promote quality and safe care of children, and reduce common clinical errors and delayed diagnoses through shared first-hand experiences. This book is for anyone who needs to make a clinical decision about infants and children- be they from a medical, nursing or health professional background. The text is particularly useful for trainees but is also relevant to experienced practitioners. The aim of the book is to prevent errors and ensure safe care. The authors offer practical advice on potential pitfalls and red flags from neonatal care to mental health issues in adolescence . This book takes the reader through recent advances in diagnosis, common presentations and how to identify the sick child, all with case studies and illustrations to bring the text to life.The strengths of the book are:The ability to learn from other's experiences and mistakes and share this learningAll chapters reviewed by sub-specialists in Paediatrics with a focus on presentations to first responders including family practitionersInstructive case scenarios highlighting clinical pearls and pitfalls to avoidHigh-quality clinical images throughout Unique chapters on:Safe care for infants and children including the use of artificial intelligenceAvoiding errors Picking up the sick child with practical tips especially for family doctors and first respondersPotential pitfalls in both the newborn and 6-week examinationsUnravelling the diagnosis in an infant or child with a feverKey symptoms and signs guiding family doctors to suspect cancer in childhoodMental health issues in adolescenceOrdering and interpreting tests in childrenSurviving and thriving throughout a career in paediatric nursing or medicine

Crash Course - your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success. A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated with a full-colour layout tailored to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust. Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics in the UKMLA syllabus, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. A range of text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package. Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today's medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of cardiology will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you! Crash Course Cardiology comprehensively covers cardiology in the medical curriculum, integrating new developments and treatment guidelines. Notably, heart failure management and new guidelines on hypertension, DVLA driving, and adult life support/resuscitation have been incorporated into the content. A new chapter on vascular disease has been introduced, covering aortic, pulmonary, mesenteric, and peripheral vascular conditions, acknowledging their overlap with cardiac disease presentationsFully aligned to UKMLA requirements, with key 'conditions' and 'presentations' highlighted in handy checklists - save valuable revision time and be confident you have the syllabus coveredWritten by senior students and recent graduates - those closest to what is essential for exam successQuality assured by leading Faculty Advisors - ensures complete accuracy of informationFeatures the ever popular 'Hints and Tips' boxes and other useful aide-mémoires - distilled wisdom from those in the knowUpdated self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats - confirm your understanding and improve exam technique fast

A sound knowledge of microbiology is essential for all dental professionals - it's the key to understanding major oral pathologies, from tooth decay to gum disease, as well as the regimentation of infection control in a successful dental practice. Samaranayake's Essential Microbiology for Dentistry once again, provides a comprehensive coverage of the basics of clinical oral microbiology and immunology and their relevance to oral disease, as well as the cotemporary discoveries of the oral microbiome, and the constituent flora. Both the novice student, as well as the experienced professionals are guided, in a stepwise manner, through a tour of the microbial world and how they impact oral health. The reasoned, bare bones approach to the essential elements of the subject is, as in previous editions fresh, lucid and logical. The sixth edition of this popular book, now translated into four different languages, has been fully revised and reformatted and includes brand new sections on emerging topics such as COVID-19 and infection control. Latest evidence throughout, updated to incorporate discoveries appertaining to the oral microbiome, and the international guidelines on infection control. Ample artwork and clinical pictures to explain complex structures, intricate pathological processes, and disease management principles. Friendly accessible writing style that helps students better understand and retain key information. Self-assessment tasks to monitor progress and prepare for graduate and postgraduate examinationsEasy to follow - highlighted important information, and helpful summaries of key facts. A comprehensive glossary and a list of abbreviationsAn enhanced eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customise your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloudDefinitions and descriptors of the oralome, the oral microbiome and oral microbiota - revealed by novel, next-generation sequencing technologiesSARS-CoV-2 infection, the COVID-19 pandemic, and its impact on dentistryMPox and other emerging viral infections and oral manifestationsOral mycobiome and emerging and re-emerging oral fungal diseasesOral microbiota, the oral-systemic axis and systemic healthAntimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its mitigation by good antimicrobial prescribingThe recently proclaimed `One health` concept basicsA guide to new vaccines and immunisation protocolsExtended and fully updated sections on infection control

Crash Course - your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success. A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated with a full-colour layout tailored to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors - those who understand what is essential for exam success - with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers, the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust. Each chapter guides you succinctly through the full range of curriculum topics in the UKMLA syllabus, integrating clinical considerations with the relevant basic science and avoiding unnecessary or confusing detail. A range of text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package. Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of today's medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of paediatrics will also love the unique approach of Crash Course. Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you! Crash Course Paediatrics combines current information with self-assessment and high-yield association tables that will empower students with knowledge to succeed in exams. In this new edition, readers will find new content on anatomy in children, COVID-19, and PIMMS. Fully aligned to UKMLA requirements, with key 'conditions' and 'presentations' highlighted in handy checklists - save valuable revision time and be confident you have the syllabus coveredWritten by senior students and recent graduates - those closest to what is essential for exam successQuality assured by leading Faculty Advisors - ensures complete accuracy of informationFeatures the ever popular 'Hints and Tips' boxes and other useful aide-mémoires - distilled wisdom from those in the knowUpdated self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats - confirm your understanding and improve exam technique fast

African Meteorites is a comprehensive exploration of meteorite falls and finds across the arid and hot regions of the African continent, offering profound insights into a significant collection of meteorites, second only to Antarctica. The book is divided into seven chapters, covering the origin and formation of meteorites, statistical analyses of meteorite falls in African countries, classes and mass distribution of meteorite finds, allocation and renaming of North West African (NWA) meteorites, exceptional and rare meteorite falls and finds in Eastern Morocco Sahara, protocols for recognizing, recovering, and preserving meteorites in Sahara, and a review of confirmed and proposed meteorite falls, finds, and impact structures in Egypt, Sudan, and Libya. With detailed and updated references complementing the simple presentation, this book is an invaluable resource for meteoriticists, hunters, museums, astronomers, students, and geology and astronomy enthusiasts, on the origin, characteristics, and collection of meteorites discovered in Africa. Key Themes: -Meteorite origin, formation, and classification-Meteorite falls and finds in Africa-Unique features of North West Africa (NWA) meteorites-Rare and exceptional meteorite falls and finds in Eastern Morocco Sahara-Protocols for recognizing and preserving meteorites in the Sahara-Meteorite falls, finds, and impact structures in Egypt, Sudan, and Libya

This expert volume in the Diagnostic Pathology series is an excellent resource for practitioners at all levels of experience and training. Covering all aspects of hospital autopsy in the way it is practiced clinically, this volume incorporates the most up-to-date scientific and technical knowledge to provide a comprehensive overview of all key issues relevant to today’s practice, helping pathologists accurately determine the cause and mechanism of in-hospital death. Richly illustrated and easy to use, Diagnostic Pathology: Hospital Autopsy, second edition, is a visually stunning, one-stop resource for every practicing pathologist, resident, student, or fellow as an ideal day-to-day reference or as a reliable training resource.Features complete coverage of every aspect of autopsy practice-including clinical presentation with chart review, technical and diagnostic aspects of autopsy performance, and reportingPresents classic autopsy techniques while also emphasizing the role of molecular studies and other laboratory and ancillary tests not commonly thought of during autopsy practiceContains new chapters on emerging pathogens and medical entities (deaths from COVID-19 or vaccine complications, multisystem inflammatory disorders in children, adenoviral hepatitis in children, and more), toxicity/pathology associated with new drug therapies (CAR-T, mRNA vaccine-related immune events, etc.), and new cardiac and other medical devicesFeatures new or updated content on morgue/autopsy suite maintenance, enhanced biosafety techniques, the role of the autopsy practitioner in a pandemic setting, and moreProvides important clinical and diagnostic information through more than 1,100 clinical and gross pathology photographs, histologic images, full-color illustrations, and radiologic imagesIncludes case presentations highlighting important aspects of reporting that impact clinicians as well as next of kinFocuses on pathologists in hospital settings, but also provides value to forensic pathologists, private practice pathologists, and others involved in death investigation, such as coroners, medical examiners, law enforcement, and pathology residentsEmploys consistently templated chapters, bulleted content, key facts, a variety of tables, annotated images, pertinent references, and an extensive index for quick, expert referenceIncludes an eBook version that enables you to access all text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

While eye care providers are thoroughly familiar with the use of optical coherence tomography (OCT) in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma and retinal diseases, many are not as familiar with its myriad uses for the diagnosis of corneal and anterior segment conditions. Anterior segment OCT (AS-OCT) can help to differentiate between various corneal pathologies, show the anatomy of the angles, obtain information about the lens-capsule complex, and guide contact lens fitting, among many other clinical uses. Clinical Atlas of Anterior Segment OCT expertly guides clinicians through all aspects of AS-OCT with hundreds of high-quality OCT images that highlight the utility of AS-OCT in diagnosing and managing a wide spectrum of anterior segment diseases.Covers the entire normal anatomy of the anterior segment and pathology of the conjunctiva, corneal epithelium, stroma and endothelium, lens, iris, anatomic angle, and clinical settings such as trauma, infection, inflammation, and contact lens fitting.Includes information on using AS-OCT in clinical and surgical settings (intraoperative AS-OCT).Provides rich visual guidance with over 500+ high-quality figures (anterior segment OCT imaging and clinical photos) comparing normal anatomy and a wide range of pathology, including both common and rare disorders and how to differentiate frequently confused conditions.Provides a well-rounded perspective of AS-OCT, including how to use, understand, and capture images.Links high-quality slit lamp images to the corresponding AS-OCT image with clear labels to show the pathology side by side.Features clinical pearls in each chapter to relate key AS-OCT and clinical findings to everyday practice.An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.

In this issue of Pediatric Clinics of North America, guest editors Drs. Paul Lipkin and Joshua Ewen, both of the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Autism Spectrum Disorder. While pediatricians now have adopted screening and early identification of autism spectrum disorder into their practices, limited training has been provided around longer-term care throughout their childhood. This issue focuses on the newest information on the fundamental neuroscience and genetics of autism and the care needs of children with autism during middle childhood and adolescence.Contains 14 relevant, practice-oriented topics on the autism constellation and neurodiversity (including autism in adults); diagnosis of autism and its differential; psychopharmacology management of autism; autism in the schools and at home; evidence-based interventions in autism; mortality and autism: suicide and elopement; and more.Provides in-depth clinical reviews on autism spectrum disorder, 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.

In this issue of Hematology/Oncology Clinics, guest editor Dr. P. Leif Bergsagel brings his considerable expertise to the topic of New Developments in Myeloma. With the advent of next generation sequencing and immune profiling technologies, marked advances have been made recently in the understanding of the molecular and immune pathogenesis of multiple myeloma. Yet even with these advances, there is a continual search for new therapeutic approaches. In this issue, top experts discuss a full range of clinically relevant topics in this complex and fast-changing field.Contains 16 relevant, practice-oriented topics including molecular pathogenesis of multiple myeloma; monoclonal antibodies in the treatment of multiple myeloma; CAR-T cells in the treatment of multiple myeloma; management of newly diagnosed multiple myeloma today, and in the future; approach to high-risk multiple myeloma; new therapies on the horizon for relapsed refractory multiple myeloma; and more.Provides in-depth clinical reviews on new developments in myeloma, 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.

**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Radiologic Technology**A sure grasp of cross-sectional anatomy is essential for accurate radiologic interpretation, and Sectional Anatomy by MRI and CT, 5th Edition, provides exactly the information needed in a highly illustrated, quick-reference format. New coverage of the cervical spine, brain, and thumb, as well as new on/off labels in the eBook version make this title an essential diagnostic tool for both residents and practicing radiologists.Features color-coded labels for nerves, vessels, muscles, bone tendons, and ligaments that facilitate accurate identification of key anatomic structures.Provides new on/off labels in the accompanying eBook, as well as scroll and zoom capabilities on photos for convenient access during interpretation sessions and real-time resident education.Presents carefully labeled MRIs for all body parts, as well as schematic diagrams and concise statements, to clarify correlations between bones and tissues.Includes CT scans for selected body parts to enhance anatomic visualization.Features 1165 state-of-the-art images that can be viewed in three standard planes: axial, coronal, and sagittal.An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

Use this new text/reference from a nationally recognized center of excellence to ensure high quality nursing care of neurosurgical patients! Nursing Management of the Neurosurgical Patient: An Interprofessional Approach is a concise new resource for best practices in both neurosurgery-specific nursing care and general hospital care. Topics include everything from preoperative assessment and bedside management to common procedures and pathophysiology of the brain and spine; neurosurgical issues such as diabetes, acute kidney injury, and coronary conditions; and pain management, substance abuse, and rehabilitation. A reader-friendly style includes photos, algorithms, flowcharts, and checklists to make it easy to find essential information quickly. Written by experienced neuroscience nurses and Nurse Practitioners, neurosurgeons, and hospitalist physicians, this book uses a team-based, collaborative approach to neurosurgical nursing care.Team-based, interprofessional collaborative, evidence-based approach provides an in-depth guide to neurosurgical nursing care.Consistent, streamlined format serves well as both a textbook and a reference for clinical settings.Abundant, easy-to-reference algorithms help you respond quickly and effectively to resolve neurosurgical patient problems.Discussion and Nursing Considerations sections are provided in every chapter to describe the practical application of key chapter content.Case study with application-level questions is included in every chapter to help you apply key content to neurosurgical nursing practice.Answer key for each case study is provided in every chapter to reinforce understanding and provide remediation.Interprofessional collaborative authorship provides wide-ranging expertise, with each chapter written by a team consisting of a neuroscience nurse or Nurse Practitioner, a neurosurgeon, and a hospitalist physician.

Better patient management starts with better documentation! Documentation for Rehabilitation, 4th Edition demonstrates how to accurately document treatment progress and patient outcomes using a framework for clinical reasoning based on the International Classification for Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) model adopted by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). The documentation guidelines in this practical resource are easily adaptable to different practice settings and patient populations in physical therapy and physical therapy assisting. Realistic examples and practice exercises reinforce the understanding and application of concepts, improving skills in both documentation and clinical reasoning. Workbook/textbook format with examples and exercises in each chapter helps reinforce understanding of concepts. Coverage of practice settings includes documentation examples in acute care, rehabilitation, outpatient, home care, nursing homes, pediatrics, school, and community settings. Case examples for a multitude of documentation types include initial evaluations, progress notes, daily notes, letters to insurance companies, Medicare documentation, and documentation in specialized settings. NEW! Movement Analysis - Linking Activities and Impairments content addresses issues related to diagnosis. NEW! An eBook version, included with print purchase, provides access to all the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Updated case examples provide clinical context for patient documentation. Revised content, including updated terminology from the latest updates to the Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, provides the most current information needed to be an effective practitioner. Updated references ensure content is current and applicable for today's practice.

Pragmatic Internet of Everything (IOE) has emerged as a powerful paradigm for representing and solving complex problems. This reference demonstrates how to coordinate behaviour among a collection of semi-autonomous problem-solving agents: how they can coordinate their knowledge, goals and plans to act together, to solve joint problems, or to make individually or globally rational decisions in the face of uncertainty and multiple, conflicting perspectives. The book presents a collection of articles surveying several major recent developments in Pragmatic Internet of Everything (IOE). The book focuses on issues and challenges that arise in building IOE systems for smart cities in real-world settings. It also presents solutions to the issues faced by system architects. The synthesis of recent thinking, both theoretical and applied, on major IOE problems makes this essential reading for anyone involved in the design and planning of IOT systems for smart cities. Key Features -Summarizes available literature and practical ventures with references -Merges different perspectives on IoT technology thereby giving a 360-degree perspective to the reader -Gives some tips for implementation of practical ventures in this space -Includes an analysis of information gathered from citizens of smart cities

Introductory Astrochemistry: From Inorganic to Life-Related Materials provides a detailed examination of the origins of planets, their satellites, and the conditions that led to life itself. Drawing on theories, experiments, observations, calculations, and analytical data from five distinct astrosciences, including astronomy, astrobiology, astrogeology, astrophysics, and astrochemistry, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the formation and evolution of our Solar System and applies it to other solar systems. The book begins with fundamental knowledge in the astrosciences, building upon understanding systematically up to the formation of the early Solar System. This book is an interdisciplinary reference for researchers and advanced students in astrogeology, astrophysics, astrochemistry, astrobiology, astronomy, and other space sciences, helping to foster a deeper understanding of the interconnections between these disciplines.

Carbon Dioxide Sequestration in Cementitious Construction Materials, Second Edition, offers an updated and comprehensive overview of carbon dioxide storage-based cementitious construction materials, presenting a promising avenue for substantial eco-efficiency and economic advantages within the construction sector. The first part examines different methods and mechanisms for carbon dioxide sequestration in cementitious materials, including in steel slag, in magnesium-based binders and in autoclaved cement mixtures. Part two explores carbon capture in industrial waste and recycled materials, considering cost, energy, and aqueous carbonation kinetics. The final part is entirely new and investigates biological approaches to carbon dioxide sequestration in construction materials, involving bacteria, bamboo biochar, wood bio-concretes, and bio-inspired materials

Handbook of the Economics of Conflict series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

Stimuli-Responsive Hydrogels for Ophthalmic Drug Delivery covers fundamental aspects in the preparation of polymeric in-situ, stimuli-responsive hydrogels, including properties, characterization, chemistry, and fabrication of these hydrogels. The book will help the reader select the most appropriate material and design for the desired application. The book goes on to review applications in ophthalmic drug delivery, covering in vitro and in vivo models, animal models, preclinical testing, patents, and more. This is a must-have reference for researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, biomaterials, pharmacology and polymer science, with an interest in clinical aspects of hydrogel design and application.

Young Voices Unheard: Children's Views from Scotland and Greece on Education is a compelling exploration of the perspectives of five to six-year-old children in Greece and Scotland regarding various aspects of their school experiences and their awareness of children's rights. This enlightening book aims to uncover which rights children prioritize and value most in their educational environment, shedding light on critical issues related to their schooling. The book divides its content into two main parts. The theoretical section offers a comprehensive overview of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and its implications for children's education, emphasizing the importance of respecting children's rights. The author also provides an overview of schooling models for young children. The empirical research section employs a meticulous methodology, involving focus group sessions with 56 children from both Greece and Scotland. Through these sessions, the book captures children's views on three distinct school models, each representing a different degree of adherence to children's rights. The data analysis reveals that young children prioritize rights such as the right to play, safety, consultation, and education. In essence, Young Voices Unheard offers a unique and valuable perspective on children's rights in education. By giving voice to young children and considering their views on educational practices and provisions, this book contributes to the ongoing dialogue about creating more inclusive and rights-respecting educational environments around the world. It serves as a valuable resource for educators, policymakers, and researchers seeking to better understand and enhance the educational experiences of young children.

Sustainable Fillers/Plasticizers for Polymer Composites: Promising Resources presents a comprehensive review of the application and use of biofillers and bioplasticizers for the fabrication of biopolymer-based composites. This book looks first at the historical aspects and then goes on to discuss current trends and recent developments. Emphasis is placed on the future potential of these resources to expand their usage in a broad range of different applications. This book will be a valuable reference resource for both academic and industrial researchers working in materials science, polymer chemistry and engineering, and the manufacturing of polymer composite materials.

**Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Infectious Disease**A must-have reference for all clinicians who need comprehensive, in-depth advice and recommendations in this complex field, Remington and Klein's Infectious Diseases of the Fetus and Newborn Infant, 9th Edition, provides expert coverage from the world’s leading authorities in immunology and infectious diseases. It offers the most up-to-date and complete guidance on infections found in utero, during delivery, and in the neonatal period in both premature and term infants-indispensable information for all clinicians who are involved in the care and well-being of these vulnerable patient populations. Three new associate editors and many new contributing authors bring new insight and a fresh perspective throughout the text.Provides a detailed summation of existing information on fetal and neonatal infections, ideal for all clinicians who encounter infections for which they need additional background and guidance on the best approach.Helps you form a definitive diagnosis and create optimal treatment plans using evidence-based recommendations and expert guidance from world authorities.Contains two new chapters on SARS-CoV-2 and Zika, plus thorough updates throughout the volume that incorporate new knowledge and current practice in this fast-changing field.Reorganizes existing chapters to provide more in-depth discussions on bacterial sepsis, meningitis, pneumocystis, and less common fungal infections.Covers all recent major advances in both biology and medicine that have contributed greatly to our understanding of infections that affect the fetus and newborn.Gives special attention to the prevention and treatment of diseases found in developing countries as well as the latest findings about new antimicrobial agents, Gram-negative infections and their management, and recommendations for immunizations in pregnancy.Uses a consistent, reader-friendly format that features a full-color design with hundreds of illustrations, photographs, diagrams radiographic images, and drawings.Includes sequelae of infections that affect older children and adults; infection in the adult is described whenever pertinent to recognition of infection during pregnancy, which may affect the developing fetus and newborn infant.An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

Modern Inference Based on Health Related Markers: Biomarkers and Statistical Decision Making provides a compendium of biomarkers based methodologies for respective health related fields and health related marker-specific biostatistical techniques. The book introduces correct and efficient testing mechanisms, including procedures based on bootstrap and permutation methods with the aim of making these techniques assessable to practical researchers. In the biostatistical aspect, it describes how to correctly state testing problems, but it also includes novel results, which have appeared in current statistical publications. In addition, the book discusses also modern applied statistical developments that consider data-driven techniques, including empirical likelihood methods and other simple and efficient methods to derive statistical tools for use in health related studies.

Emerging Technologies for Digital Infrastructure Development is a comprehensive and insightful book that reviews the transformative impact of cutting-edge technologies on the digital landscape. It presents 16 topics, from e-commerce consumer behavior to AI applications in healthcare and cybersecurity, this book offers a detailed overview of the role of technology in shaping the modern world. With a focus on bridging the digital divide in education, the book presents innovative solutions to contemporary challenges. The editors also emphasize the importance of privacy and security in an interconnected world by discussing cybersecurity measures and threat detection strategies. The book serves as a valuable resource for technology professionals, researchers, and academics, offering a deep dive into the latest trends and applications in digital infrastructure. It also caters to business leaders, policy makers, and students seeking to understand the transformative potential of emerging technologies.

Plant-derived Hepatoprotective Drugs is a comprehensive guide that explores the world of medicinal plants and their hepatoprotective properties, offering both basic and applied insights for scholars and hepatology residents. Structured chapters provide a deep dive into the subject, while referencing relevant research and future perspectives. Readers will learn the science behind hepatotoxicity and the role of plants in safeguarding liver health. The book also helps researchers to explore bioactive compounds extracted from plants, along with herbal formulations that contribute to hepatoprotection, and conveys an understanding of the effects of edible plants and spices on liver wellness. A chapter focusing on isolation and characterization of phytochemicals bridges theory and application for discovering and developing hepatoprotective biopharmaceuticals. Key Features: -Gives a thorough understanding of hepatotoxicity and related bioactive compounds.-Comprehensive references to enhance understanding.-Well-structured chapters providing organized knowledge.-Basic and applied information for diverse readers.>This is an ideal reference for pharmacology scholars and residents in hepatology, as well as readers interested in nature's potential in promoting liver health.

Critical Heart Condition During Pregnancy, a volume in the Critical Care Obstetrics series, provides a novel reference to educate physicians, nurses, and all allied healthcare personnel caring for pregnant women with various health compromises specific to cardiac complications. The book's chapters reflect the growing scope of critical care obstetrics and the increasing importance and recognition of the hospital structure's field. All intensivists, regardless of primary discipline, must possess a core set of critical care skills that allow them to manage critically ill patients. The authors have gathered the best evidence-based material explicitly focused on cardiac scenarios.This volume presents cardiac medical-surgical complications that any patient can present during and post-partem, such as Arrhythmias, Endocarditis, Cardiogenic Shock, heart failure, and more.

Bio-Based and Bio-Inspired Pavement Construction Materials explores the role of materials in carbon management, performance enhancement, and supply chain management in pavement construction. It presents various production techniques, experimental characterization methods, applications, numerical modeling, and simulation approaches for bio-based and bio-inspired pavement construction materials. The book demonstrates how bio-based and bio-inspired materials can be used in pavements to solve problems related to sustainability while simultaneously enhancing the mechanical properties of materials. Supply chain management, life-cycle analysis, and environmental assessment of using these materials are all covered in this volume as well.

In this issue of Foot and Ankle Clinics, guest editor Dr. Mark Easley brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Updates on Total Ankle Replacement. Top experts in the field cover total ankle arthroplasty outcomes assessed through gait analysis; total ankle arthroplasty in younger patients; outcomes of lateral transfibular approach for total ankle replacement; outcomes of staged versus simultaneous total ankle replacement; outcomes of total ankle arthroplasty after reoperation; and more.Contains 15 relevant, practice-oriented topics including interpreting outcomes measures in total ankle research; results of total ankle arthroplasty versus ankle arthrodesis; diagnosing and managing infection in total ankle replacement; complications in total ankle replacement; outcomes of revision total ankle replacement; and more.Provides in-depth clinical reviews on total ankle replacement, 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.

From Crops and Wastes to Bioenergy: Current Status and Challenges is a comprehensive volume on all aspects of biomass utilization for bioenergy, from the fundamentals to the latest commercial and regulatory issues. The book examines all aspects of biomass utilization, from technologies and processes to products. Sections examine the role of biomass in the energy transition, land availability for bioenergy projects, biomass logistics and supply chain, and assesses the lifecycle of bioenergy systems. Chapters are dedicated to each energy conversion route, including thermochemical, biochemical, and chemical, biofuels synthesis, hydrogen from biomass, biorefineries, electricity generation, and waste-to energy. Policy and regulatory issues are also considered. Each chapter reviews the state-of-the-art, discusses disruptive technological approaches, and concludes with specific recommendations on how to achieve commercial competitiveness. Case studies provide examples of real-world applications in each chapter.