Adult Umbilical Reconstruction : Principles and Techniques
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat41500
Melvin A. Shiffman, editor.
--Cham:
Springer
, 2017.
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This book starts with a description of the anatomy of the umbilicus and its ideal shape. After a brief summary of the history of umbilical reconstruction, currently used umbilical reconstructive techniques are presented. The reader will also find information on the reconstruction of the umbilicus after malignant melanoma; outcomes and complications will be discussed in the last chapters. Written by respected authors, this book will offer residents and fellows as well as practicing and highly ex…
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- Shiffman, Melvin A
- Responsibility
- Melvin A. Shiffman, editor
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- 2017
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 574 pages) : 753 illus., 749 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319438870
- 9783319438856 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Adult
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Umbilicus - surgery
- Abstract
- This book starts with a description of the anatomy of the umbilicus and its ideal shape. After a brief summary of the history of umbilical reconstruction, currently used umbilical reconstructive techniques are presented. The reader will also find information on the reconstruction of the umbilicus after malignant melanoma; outcomes and complications will be discussed in the last chapters. Written by respected authors, this book will offer residents and fellows as well as practicing and highly experienced plastic surgeons essential guidance on treatment and decision-making concerning umbilical reconstruction. Its numerous illustrations and clearly structured content make the book a must-read.
- Contents
- Anatomy -- Shape and Position of Umbilicus -- History -- Techniques -- History of Tumors of the Umbilicus -- Malignant Tumors of Umbilicus -- Benign Tumors of the Umbilicus -- Complications -- Outcomes.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Neurosurgery for spasticity : a practical guide for treating children and adults
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat33843
Marc Sindou, George Georgoulis, Patrick Mertens.
--Wien:
Springer
, c2014.
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The book is devoted to the neurosurgical management of spasticity. Starting with a chapter on the anatomical and physiological foundations of spasticity and a short history of its neurosurgical treatment, it describes the neurosurgical methods currently available. As management differs between adults and children, the book is also structured accordingly, including evaluation, decision-making, Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy (ITB), botulinum toxin therapy and surgery. Beyond ITB, the neurosurgical …
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- Sindou, Marc
- Other Authors
- Georgoulis, George
- Mertens, Patrick
- Responsibility
- Marc Sindou, George Georgoulis, Patrick Mertens
- Place of Publication
- Wien
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2014
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiii, 266 pages)
- ISBN
- 9783709117712 (electronic bk.)
- 9783709117705
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Adult
- Muscle Spasticity - surgery
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Spasticity - Surgery
- Nervous system - Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Neurology
- Abstract
- The book is devoted to the neurosurgical management of spasticity. Starting with a chapter on the anatomical and physiological foundations of spasticity and a short history of its neurosurgical treatment, it describes the neurosurgical methods currently available. As management differs between adults and children, the book is also structured accordingly, including evaluation, decision-making, Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy (ITB), botulinum toxin therapy and surgery. Beyond ITB, the neurosurgical options covered include procedures focusing on the peripheral nerves, dorsal roots, dorsal root entry.
- Contents
- Introduction -- Part I. General Information -- History of Neurosurgical Treatment for Spasticity -- Anatomical and Physiological Bases of Motricity Applied to the Study of Spasticity -- Part II. Adults -- Evaluation of Spasticity in Adults -- Decision-Making for Treatment of Adults with Disabling Spasticity -- Intrathecal Baclofen Therapy -- Botulinum Toxin Injections for Spasticity -- Peripheral Neurotomies -- Surgery in Dorsal Root Entry Zone -- Part III. Children -- Spasticity in Cerebral Palsy -- Assessment of Spasticity in Pediatric Patients -- Decision-Making for Treatment of Children with Disabling Spasticity -- Dorsal Rhizotomies for Children with Cerebral Palsy -- Part IV. Complementary Treatments and Brief on Decision-Making for Neurosurgery -- Orthopedic Surgery for Correction of Spastic Disorders -- Management of Hyperactive Bladder -- Brief on Decision-Making for Neurosurgery of Adults and Children -- Appendix.
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- e-Book
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- Online
Sibling Issues in Therapy : Research and Practice with Children, Adolescents and Adults
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat41003
Avidan Milevsky.
--Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire:
Palgrave Macmillan
, c2016.
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Sibling matters underlie issues at the core of many clinical difficulties presented by adult clients. Recent studies show that individuals with a close sibling relationship are more emotionally mature, are happier, have positive psychological well-being, and have closer friendships. This book incorporates the latest research and clinical work in family dynamics to examine multiple angles of integrating sibling issues in therapy. Using theoretical perspectives, a wealth of empirical data, testin…
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- Author
- Milevsky, Avidan
- Responsibility
- Avidan Milevsky
- Place of Publication
- Houndmills, Basingstoke, Hampshire
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Date of Publication
- c2016
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xv, 208 pages)
- ISBN
- 9781137528476
- 9781137528469 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Adult
- Family Conflict - psychology
- Family Therapy - methods
- Psychotherapeutic Processes
- Siblings - psychology
- Abstract
- Sibling matters underlie issues at the core of many clinical difficulties presented by adult clients. Recent studies show that individuals with a close sibling relationship are more emotionally mature, are happier, have positive psychological well-being, and have closer friendships. This book incorporates the latest research and clinical work in family dynamics to examine multiple angles of integrating sibling issues in therapy. Using theoretical perspectives, a wealth of empirical data, testing instruments, and case studies readers will experience an engaging and thorough examination of these issues, along with obtaining tools and techniques that can immediately be implemented in practice.
- Contents
- Part I. The Foundation: The Role of Siblings in Developmental and Clinical Literature -- 1. The Significance of Siblings throughut Life -- 2. Siblings in Developmental and Clinical Research -- Part II. Siblings at Home: Helping Families Parent Siblings -- 3. Indirect Ways Parents Impact Sibling Bonds -- 4. Direct Ways Parents Impact Sibling Bonds -- 5. Siblings Issues in Diverse Families -- 6. Siblings of Children with Disabilities -- Part III. Siblings in Session: Siblings in Therapy with Children, Adolescents and Adults -- 7. Siblings in Child and Adolescent Individual Therapy -- 8. Siblings in Child and Adolescent Family Therapy -- 9. Cognitive-Behavior Interventions for Adult Sibling Issues -- 10. Brief Psychodynamic Interventions for Adult Sibling Issues.
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- e-Book
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- Online
