Assisted Reproductive Technologies and Infectious Diseases : A Guide to Management
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat40157
Andrea Borini, Maria Valeria Savasi, editors.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2016.
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This concise and practical book is the first of its kind to examine the use of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in relation to blood-borne infectious diseases: human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV). The book opens with a discussion of the impact of these viruses on male and female fertility, followed by specific chapters of each of them, including ART with HIV and HCV serodiscordant couples (where either the male or female is positive) and the detec…
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- Borini, Andrea
- Savasi, Maria Valeria
- Responsibility
- Andrea Borini, Maria Valeria Savasi, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2016
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiii, 207 p. : 7 illus., 6 illus. in color)
- ISBN
- 9783319301129
- 9783319301105 (print ed.)
- Abstract
- This concise and practical book is the first of its kind to examine the use of assisted reproductive technologies (ART) in relation to blood-borne infectious diseases: human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B (HBV) and hepatitis C (HCV). The book opens with a discussion of the impact of these viruses on male and female fertility, followed by specific chapters of each of them, including ART with HIV and HCV serodiscordant couples (where either the male or female is positive) and the detection and impact of HBV and HCV in human gametes and embryos. An important character on laboratory safety when performing ART with blood-borne viruses follows, and the book concludes with a discussion of ART in austere and resource-poor settings, where these infections are often dominant due to lack of treatment and access to vaccines. Written and edited by an international array of experts in reproductive medicine, Assisted Reproductive Technologies and Infectious Diseases explores questions, techniques, and related issues with the aim of effectively helping clinicians working with serodiscordant couples wishing to have children.
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- The Impact of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) on Male and Female Fertility -- HBV Virus in the Future -- Reproductive Assistance in HIV Serodiscordant Couples where the Man is Positive -- Reproductive Assistance in HIV Serodiscordant Couples where the Woman is Positive -- The Presence of Hepatitis B and C Virus in Human Gametes and Embryos -- Detection of Hepatitis C Virus in Semen of Infected Men and Reproductive Assistance in HCV Discordant Couples: An Overview -- Laboratory Safety during Assisted Reproduction in Patients with Bloodborne Virus -- Accessibility to Reproductive Assistance in Low-Income Countries.
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Drug Delivery in Dermatology
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat47100
Célia Luiza Petersen Vitello Kalil, Valéria Campos.
Springer
, 2021.
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- Célia Luiza Petersen Vitello Kalil, Valéria Campos
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- Springer
- Date of Publication
- 2021
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiii, 208 pages) : illustrations
- ISBN
- 9783030818074
- Specialty
- Dermatology
- Surgery
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
MDCT and MRI in Genitourinary Imaging
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat39526
Valeria Panebianco, Jurgen J. Fütterer.
--Milan:
Springer
, c2015.
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The new series A-Z Notes in Radiological Practice and Reporting provides practical guides for residents and general radiologists, organized alphabetically, primarily according to disease or condition, permitting easy and fast consultation. All booklet are designed so as to cover a large spectrum of topics referring to different anatomical regions of interests. The present booklet offers a reliable assistance during the performance and reporting of multidetector row computed tomography and magne…
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- Panebianco, Valeria
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- Fütterer, Jurgen J
- Responsibility
- Valeria Panebianco, Jurgen J. Fütterer
- Place of Publication
- Milan
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2015
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xviii, 165 p. : 8 illus., 1 illus. in color)
- Series Title
- A-Z notes in radiological practice and reporting
- ISBN
- 9788847057050
- 9788847057043 (print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2284-2616
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Female Urogenital Diseases - diagnosis
- Male Urogenital Diseases - diagnosis
- Multidetector Computed Tomography - methods
- Urogenital System - diagnostic imaging
- Abstract
- The new series A-Z Notes in Radiological Practice and Reporting provides practical guides for residents and general radiologists, organized alphabetically, primarily according to disease or condition, permitting easy and fast consultation. All booklet are designed so as to cover a large spectrum of topics referring to different anatomical regions of interests. The present booklet offers a reliable assistance during the performance and reporting of multidetector row computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging in patients with urogenital conditions. Entries typically include a short description of pathological and clinical characteristics, guidance on selection of the most appropriate imaging technique, a schematic review of potential diagnostic clues, and useful tips and tricks. Some helpful illustrations and schemes are also included.
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- e-Book
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- Handbook
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- Online
Multidisciplinary management of prostate cancer : the role of the prostate cancer unit
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat33450
Vincenzo Gentile, Valeria Panebianco, Alessandro Sciarra, editors.
--Cham, Switzerland:
Springer
, c2014.
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Prostate cancer is the most common neoplasm in men and its management is very complex, in terms of both diagnosis and treatment. In recent years the value of multidisciplinary management within a prostate cancer unit has been increasingly recognized. Such a multidisciplinary approach within a specialized unit involves a variety of specialists, including urologists, oncologists, radiotherapists, radiologists and pathologists. This book describes in detail the advantages of multidisciplinary mana…
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- Gentile, Vincenzo
- Panebianco, Valeria
- Sciarra, Alessandro
- Responsibility
- Vincenzo Gentile, Valeria Panebianco, Alessandro Sciarra, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham, Switzerland
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2014
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (x, 152 pages)
- ISBN
- 9783319043852 (electronic bk.)
- 9783319043845
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Hospital Units
- Prostatic Neoplasms - therapy
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Prostate - Cancer
- Abstract
- Prostate cancer is the most common neoplasm in men and its management is very complex, in terms of both diagnosis and treatment. In recent years the value of multidisciplinary management within a prostate cancer unit has been increasingly recognized. Such a multidisciplinary approach within a specialized unit involves a variety of specialists, including urologists, oncologists, radiotherapists, radiologists and pathologists. This book describes in detail the advantages of multidisciplinary management of prostate cancer. It opens by explaining the nature of the required multidisciplinary team and the potential benefits of the prostate cancer unit as a structure for the delivery of specialist multidisciplinary care. Epidemiological aspects favoring multidisciplinary management are described and each element of care within the context of the prostate cancer unit is then discussed; also has been described the role of advanced imaging (Multiparametric MRI) in the management of PCa. Early diagnosis, risk classification, treatment decision making, surgery, radiotherapy, medical therapies and health care support are all fully considered. This book will be informative and enlightening for all who are involved in the management of patients with prostate cancer.
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- 1. Multidisciplinary Team in Cancer Management -- 2. Prostate Cancer Units: How and Why -- 3. Comparison Between a Multidisciplinary and a Monodisciplinary Approach to Prostate Cancer: Our 1-Year Experience -- 4. Role of Pathology in the Multidisciplinary Management of Patients with Prostate Cancer -- 5. The Dilemma of Early Diagnosis for a Clinically Relevant Prostate Cancer: The Role of Urologist -- 6. Modern Imaging in the Initial Diagnosis: The Role of the Radiologist in an MDT -- 7. How to Define the Primary Treatment: The Role of Urologist and Radiotherapist in an MDT -- 8. Early Diagnosis of Failure After Primary Treatment: Multiparametric MRI Versus PET-TC -- 9. Intermittent Androgen Deprivation in the New Era: The Role of Urologist and Oncologist in a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) -- 10. New Medical Strategies: The Role of Oncologist in an MDT -- 11. Focal Therapies: MR-Guided High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound.
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- e-Book
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- Online
Textbook of stroke medicine
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat33114
edited by Michael Brainin, Wolf-Dieter Heiss ; editorial assistant, Suzanne Tabernig.
(2nd ed.)
--Cambridge, UK:
Cambridge University Press
, c2014.
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This concise and informative Textbook of Stroke Medicine is aimed at doctors preparing to specialize in stroke care and strokologists looking for concise but in-depth scientific guidance on stroke management. Its practical approach covers all important issues of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cerebrovascular diseases. Dedicated chapters give a thorough review of all clinical issues. Fully revised throughout, the new edition has expanded sections on topics of rising practical importanc…
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- Brainin, Michael
- Heiss, Wolf-Dieter
- Tabernig, Suzanne
- Responsibility
- edited by Michael Brainin, Wolf-Dieter Heiss ; editorial assistant, Suzanne Tabernig
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Place of Publication
- Cambridge, UK
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Date of Publication
- c2014
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource
- ISBN
- 9781107239340 (e-book)
- 9781107047495 (hardcover)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Stroke
- Abstract
- This concise and informative Textbook of Stroke Medicine is aimed at doctors preparing to specialize in stroke care and strokologists looking for concise but in-depth scientific guidance on stroke management. Its practical approach covers all important issues of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cerebrovascular diseases. Dedicated chapters give a thorough review of all clinical issues. Fully revised throughout, the new edition has expanded sections on topics of rising practical importance, such as diagnostic imaging, stroke unit management, monitoring and management of complications including infections, recommendations for thrombolysis, interventions and neurosurgical procedures, and clear and balanced recommendations for secondary prevention. Neuropsychological syndromes are explained and an up-to-date view on neurorehabilitation is presented. The authors are all experts in their field and many of them have been working together in a teaching faculty for the European Master in Stroke Medicine Programme, which is supported by the European Stroke Organization.
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- Neuropathology and pathophysiology of stroke / Konstantin A. Hossmann and Wolf-Dieter Heiss -- Common causes of ischemic stroke / Bo Norrving -- Neuroradiology / Jochen B. Fiebach, Patrik Michel, and Jens Fiehler -- Imaging for prediction of functional outcome and for assessment of recovery / Wolf-Dieter Heiss -- Ultrasound in acute ischemic stroke -- Basic epidemiology of stroke and risk assessment / Jaako Tuomilehto -- Common risk factors and prevention / Michael Brainin, Yvonne Teuschl, and Karl Matz -- Cardiac diseases relevant to stroke / Claudia St llberger and Josef Finsterer -- Common stroke syndromes / line Odier and Patrik Michel -- Less common stroke syndromes / Wilfried Lang -- Intracerebral hemorrhage / Corina Epple, Michael Brainin, and Thorsten Steiner -- Subarachnoid hemorrhage / Philip Lichti and Thorsten Steiner -- Cerebral venous thrombosis / Jobst Rudolf -- Behavioral neurology of stroke / Jose M.Ferro, Isabel P. Martins, and Lara Caeiro -- Stroke and dementia / Barbara Casolla and Didier Leys -- Ischemic stroke in the young and in children / Valeria Caso and Didier Leys -- Stroke units and clinical assessment / Danilo Toni and ngel Chamorro -- Acute therapies for stroke / Richard E. O'Brien and Kennedy R. Lees -- Interventional intravascular therapies for stroke / Pasquale Mordasini, Jan Gralla, and Gerhard Schroth -- Management of acute ischemic stroke and its late complications / Natan M. Bornstein and Eitan Auriel -- Infections in stroke / Achim Kaasch and Harald Seifert -- Secondary prevention / Hans-Christoph Diener, Sharan K. Mann, and Gregory W. Albers -- Neurorehabilitation practice for stroke patients / Sylvan J. Albert and Jorg Kesselring.
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- e-Book
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- Online
Tumors of the Central Nervous System. Vol. 7, Meningiomas and Schwannomas
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edited by M.A. Hayat.
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Springer
, c2012.
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This seventh volume of the essential series covering practices and developments relating to CNS tumors zeroes in on those found in the brain. Detailed dossiers on meningioma and schwannoma tumors cover aspects including diagnosis, therapy and prognosis. The text delivers vital insights into the molecular pathways related to brain tumor biology, including a detailed analysis of the roles played in neoplasm formation by E-cadherin gene instability, carbonic anhydrase 11, urokinase plasminogen act…
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- Hayat, M.A
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- edited by M.A. Hayat
- Alternate Title
- Meningiomas and Schwannomas
- Place of Publication
- Dordrecht
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2012
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxxv, 359 p. : 67 ill., 35 ill. in color)
- Series Vol.
- v. 7
- Series Title
- Tumors of the central nervous system
- ISBN
- 9789400728943
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Brain neoplasms
- Central Nervous System Neoplasms
- Meningioma
- Neurilemmoma
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Oncology
- Neurosciences
- Radiology, Medical
- Abstract
- This seventh volume of the essential series covering practices and developments relating to CNS tumors zeroes in on those found in the brain. Detailed dossiers on meningioma and schwannoma tumors cover aspects including diagnosis, therapy and prognosis. The text delivers vital insights into the molecular pathways related to brain tumor biology, including a detailed analysis of the roles played in neoplasm formation by E-cadherin gene instability, carbonic anhydrase 11, urokinase plasminogen activator, and Wnt signaling. Further research into their influence in the process could prompt the development of effective anti-cancer drugs. The contributions also show how perfusion magnetic resonance imaging helps physicians differentiate between subtypes of meningiomas, and analyze the influence of molecular genetics and epigenetic mechanisms on schwannoma tumors. Among the diagnostic processes outlined are those for recognizing incidentally discovered meningioma, cystic papillary meningioma, facial nerve schwannoma, vestibular schwannoma, and intermediate nerve schwannoma. This book presents treatments for atypical, oncocytic, intracranial, and cavernous meningiomas, as well as guides to therapeutic methods ranging from neurosurgery and gamma-knife radiosurgery to vestibular schwannoma interventions such as retrosigmoidal craniotomy and immunotherapy. This authoritative volume once again provides invaluable and tightly focused source material for medical professionals committed to placing the latest theories and techniques at the service of those they care for.
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- [Machine generated contents note] Meningiomas -- Pt. I Molecular Genetics -- 1. Meningiomas: Role of Semaphorin3A Protein in Antiangiogenesis / Valeria Barresi -- 2. Meningiomas: Role of Carbonic Anhydrase II / Silvia Pastorekova -- 3. Meningiomas: Role of Genetic Instabilities of the E-cadherin Gene / Nives Pecina-Slaus -- 4. Intracranial Meningiomas: Role of Exogenous Hormones / Michael Schulder -- 5. Meningiomas: Clinical Needs and Molecular Insights / Connie Jimenez -- 6. Meningioma: Urokinase Plasminogen Activator / Jasti S. Rao -- 7. miR-200a Regulation of the Wnt Signaling in Meningioma Tumorigenesis / Okay Saydam -- Pt. II Diagnosis -- 8. Meningiomas: Determination of Subtypes Using Perfusion Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Matthijs Oudkerk -- 9. Intracranial Meningioma in Mice: Noninvasive Bioluminescence Imaging / Randy L. Jensen -- 10. Incidentally Discovered Meningiomas: Growth Rates and Patterns / Toshiki Yoshimine -- 11. Cystic Papillary Meningioma: Diagnosis / Yang Li -- 12. Meningioma Tumors: Detection of Subgroups / Miguel Cerda-Nicolas -- 13. Prognostic Parameters in Atypical and Malignant Meningiomas / Mara Popovic -- 14. Sporadic Meningioangiomatosis: Diagnosis with Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Lei Huang -- Pt. III Therapy -- 15. Atypical Meningioma: Distinguishing Features and Role of Adjuvant Radiation / Manish K. Aghi -- 16. Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Benign Meningioma: Significance and Therapeutic Potential / Frank Unger -- 17. Oncocytic Meningioma: Neurosurgery / Elena Zunarelli -- 18. Intracranial Meningiomas: Treatment and Quality of Life / Jurgen Meixensberger -- 19. Cavernous Sinus Meningiomas: Optimal Treatment / Roberto Delfini -- Pt. IV Recurrence -- 20. Genetic and Clinical Features Associated with Recurrence in Atypical Meningioma / Yvonne W. Lui -- 21. Recurrence and Progression in Meningiomas / Steffi Urbschat -- 22. Meningioma: Role of Erythropoietin Receptor in the Tumor Recurrence / Onno Kuster -- Schwannomas -- Pt. V Molecular Genetics -- 23. Cyclin D1 Expression in Vestibular Schwannoma / Juan A. Rey -- 24. Schwannomas: Role of Molecular Genetics and Epigenetic Mechanisms / Juan A. Rey -- Pt. VI Diagnosis -- 25. Facial Nerve Schwannoma: Diagnosis Using Magnetic Resonance Imaging / Kevin J. Gibbons -- 26. Vestibular Schwannoma: Optimizing Tumor Growth Monitoring by Volume Measurements / Robert J. Stokroos -- 27. Intermediate Nerve Schwannomas / Christian Strauss -- Pt. VII Therapy -- 28. Vestibular Schwannoma, Radiosurgery and Hydrocephalus / Keith A. Cauley -- 29. Solitary Vestibular Schwannoma: Decision Making of Treatments / Alessandro De Stefano -- 30. Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Schwannoma: Tumor Control and Functional Preservation / L. Dade Lunsford -- 31. Vestibular Schwannoma: Gamma Knife Radiosurgery / Dong Gyu Kim -- 32. Vestibular Schwannoma: Gamma Knife Radiosurgery (Method) / Christopher M. Lee -- 33. Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery: Use of Fat Implant to Prevent Cerebrospinal Fluid Fistula / Wolf Olaf Ludemann -- 34. Retrosigmoidal Craniotomy for Vestibular Schwannoma Patients: Postoperative Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak / Madjid Samii -- 35. Vestibular Schwannoma (VS) Surgery: Histological Considerations and Operative Results / Suzuki O. Satoshi -- 36. Vestibular Schwannomas: Treatment with Bevacizumab / Ricardo J. Komotar -- 37. Management of Vestibular Schwannoma Patients: Quality of Life Outcomes After Treatment / Ryojo Akagami.
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- e-Book
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