Arthropod Borne Diseases
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat41251
Carlos Brisola Marcondes, editor.
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Springer
, 2017.
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Arthropod borne diseases cause enormous morbidity and mortality in most countries, mostly in those situated in tropical areas, but also in temperate regions. This book provides organized information on all arthropod related diseases, to prevent suffering and deaths, for medical students and professionals. Since arthropod borne diseases are present in many regions of the world and can even surprise professionals and lays in non-endemic regions, like malaria in UK and Canada, the author and its m…
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- Marcondes, Carlos Brisola
- Responsibility
- Carlos Brisola Marcondes, editor
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- 2017
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxiv, 645 pages) : 158 illus., 137 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319138848
- 9783319138831 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Arbovirus Infections
- Arthropod Vectors
- Communicable Diseases
- Parasitic Diseases
- Abstract
- Arthropod borne diseases cause enormous morbidity and mortality in most countries, mostly in those situated in tropical areas, but also in temperate regions. This book provides organized information on all arthropod related diseases, to prevent suffering and deaths, for medical students and professionals. Since arthropod borne diseases are present in many regions of the world and can even surprise professionals and lays in non-endemic regions, like malaria in UK and Canada, the author and its many expert collaborators are sure that it will be essential in all hospitals, clinics and medical libraries around the world. As arthropod borne diseases of domesticated animals are very numerous and in some cases related to human diseases, they are also included in the book.
- Contents
- 1. General comments and importance of arthropod-related diseases -- 2. Epidemiology of vector-borne diseases -- 3. Blood sucking insects and history -- 4. Blood sucking, vector-parasite relationship and transmission of diseases -- 5. Generalities on arboviruses -- 6. Yellow fever -- 7. Dengue -- 8. Other flaviviruses -- 9. Togaviridae -- 10. Bunyaviruses -- 11. Plague and tularemia -- 12. Rickettsial infections, Bartonella infections and coxiellosis -- 13. Borreliosis: Lyme disease and relapsing fever -- 14. Ehrlichiosis -- 15. Anaplasmosis -- 16. Leishmaniasis -- 17. American trypanosomiasis (Chagas disease) -- 18. Sleeping sickness, nagana -- 19. Other trypanosomiasis -- 20. Malaria -- 21. Babesiosis -- 22. Theileriosis -- 23. Hepatozoonosis -- 24. Lymphatic filariasis -- 25. Onchocerciasis -- 26. Mansonelliasis -- 27. Dirofilariasis -- 28. Loiasis -- 29. Thelaziosis (canine eye-worm) -- 30. Habronemosis -- 31. Flies -- 32. Sucking and biting lice -- 33. Fleas -- 34. Diseases caused by Acari (ticks and mites) -- 35. Other irritating Arthropods (beetles, bugs, centipedes etc.) -- 36. Allergy to bites of hematophagous arthropods -- 37. Geoprocessing and expected distribution of diseases (including deforestation, global warming and other changes) -- 38. Wolbachia: influence on pathogeny, treatment and control of arthropod borne diseases.
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- e-Book
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- Online
Atlas of Minimally Invasive Facelift : Facial Rejuvenation with Volumetric Lipofilling
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat40235
José Maria Serra-Renom, José Maria Serra-Mestre.
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Springer
, c2016.
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This atlas provides a concise overview of the principle of fat grafting and its clinical applications to treat aging in the central areas of the face in a minimally invasive manner. The authors start with a short description of the anatomical basis of facial aging and by presenting current facial rejuvenation techniques. Here the emphasis is on the process of harvesting and preparing macro-, micro-, intradermal and nano-fat for injection. Thanks to the book's numerous illustrations and short de…
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- Author
- Serra-Renom, José María
- Other Authors
- Serra-Mestre, José María
- Responsibility
- José Maria Serra-Renom, José Maria Serra-Mestre
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2016
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xiii, 113 pages) : 51 illus., 50 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319330181
- 9783319330167 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Adipose Tissue - transplantation
- Cosmetic Techniques
- Face - surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Rejuvenation
- Rhytidoplasty
- Abstract
- This atlas provides a concise overview of the principle of fat grafting and its clinical applications to treat aging in the central areas of the face in a minimally invasive manner. The authors start with a short description of the anatomical basis of facial aging and by presenting current facial rejuvenation techniques. Here the emphasis is on the process of harvesting and preparing macro-, micro-, intradermal and nano-fat for injection. Thanks to the book's numerous illustrations and short descriptions, readers will find valuable information on where and how to inject the fat combined with the authors' individual techniques and refinements. Aging is a major issue in today's society. Facial rejuvenation procedures seek to enhance the final outcome and durability of surgery and to minimize drawbacks. The current trend is to use less invasive methods requiring fewer incisions, which produce more natural-looking results. This atlas shows the authors' personal techniques to help achieve that goal.
- Contents
- Part I. General Principles -- Theories of Facial Aging: Gravitational Versus Volumetric -- The Anatomical Basis of Facial Aging and Facial Rejuvenation Techniques -- Fat Grafting: Principles and General Concepts -- Anatomical Reference Points to Consider To Avoid Vessel and Nerve Injury During Facial Fat Grafting -- Complications in Facial Fat Grafting -- Part II. Techniques and Clinical Applications -- A How-to Guide on Structural Fat Grafting, Microfat Grafting, Sharp-Needle Intradermal Fat, Nanofat Grafting, and Emulsion or Fractioned Fat -- Facial Fat Grafting -- Frontal, Temple, and Periorbital Fat Grafting -- Malar Area: Correction of the Facial Negative Vector -- Nasolabial Folds and Labiomental Creases -- Lips and the Perioral Area -- Mentoplasty and Mandibular Area -- Nasal Lipofilling -- Neck or Cervical Lipofilling -- Facial Mesotherapy -- Facelift -- Part III. Clinical Cases -- Clinical Cases.
- Format
- e-Book
- Publication Type
- Atlas
- Location
- Online
Biodiversity and Health in the Face of Climate Change
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat43950
Melissa R. Marselle, Jutta Stadler, Horst Korn, Katherine N. Irvine, Aletta Bonn, editors.
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SpringerOpen
, c2019.
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This open access book identifies and discusses biodiversity’s contribution to physical, mental and spiritual health and wellbeing. Furthermore, the book identifies the implications of this relationship for nature conservation, public health, landscape architecture and urban planning – and considers the opportunities of nature-based solutions for climate change adaptation. This transdisciplinary book will attract a wide audience interested in biodiversity, ecology, resource management, public he…
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- Melissa R. Marselle, Jutta Stadler, Horst Korn, Katherine N. Irvine, Aletta Bonn, editors
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- SpringerOpen
- Date of Publication
- c2019
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxvi, 481 p.) : 47 illus., 35 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783030023188
- 9783030023171 (Print ed.)
- 9783030023195 (Print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Biodiversity
- Climate Change
- Conservation of Natural Resources
- Environmental Medicine
- Health Planning
- Health Promotion
- Specialty
- Environmental Health
- Public Health
- Abstract
- This open access book identifies and discusses biodiversity’s contribution to physical, mental and spiritual health and wellbeing. Furthermore, the book identifies the implications of this relationship for nature conservation, public health, landscape architecture and urban planning – and considers the opportunities of nature-based solutions for climate change adaptation. This transdisciplinary book will attract a wide audience interested in biodiversity, ecology, resource management, public health, psychology, urban planning, and landscape architecture. The emphasis is on multiple human health benefits from biodiversity--in particular with respect to the increasing challenge of climate change. This makes the book unique to other books that focus either on biodiversity and physical health or natural environments and mental wellbeing. The book is written as a definitive ‘go-to’ book for those who are new to the field of biodiversity and health.
- Contents
- 1. Biodiversity and Health in the Face of Climate Change: Challenges, Opportunities and Evidence Gaps -- Part I. Biodiversity and Physical Health -- 2. Biodiversity, Physical Health and Climate Change: A Synthesis of Recent Evidence -- 3. Climate Change and Pollen Allergies -- 4. Vector-Borne Diseases -- 5. The Influence of Socio-economic and Socio-demographic Factors in the Association Between Urban Green Space and Health -- 6. Green Spaces and Child Health and Development -- Part II. Biodiversity, Mental Health and Spiritual Well-Being -- 7. Theoretical Foundations of Biodiversity and Mental Well-being Relationships -- 8. Biodiversity in the Context of ‘Biodiversity – Mental Health’ Research -- 9. Review of the Mental Health and Well-Being Benefits of Biodiversity -- 10. Biodiversity and Spiritual Well-Being -- Part III. Implications of the Biodiversity and Health Relationship -- 11. Biodiversity and Health in the Face of Climate Change: Implications for Public Health -- 12. Biodiversity and Health: Implications for Conservation -- 13. Supporting Behavioural Entrepreneurs: Using the Biodiversity-Health Relationship to Help Citizens Self-Initiate Sustainability Behaviour -- 14. Global Developments: Policy Support for Linking Biodiversity, Health and Climate Change -- 15. European Nature and Health Network Initiatives -- Part IV. Planning and Managing Urban Green Spaces for Biodiversity and Health in a Changing Climate -- 16. Nature-Based Solutions and Protected Areas to Improve Urban Biodiversity and Health -- 17. Environmental, Health and Equity Effects of Urban Green Space Interventions -- 18. Resilience Management for Healthy Cities in a Changing Climate -- 19. Linking Landscape Planning and Health -- Part V. Conclusions -- 20. Biodiversity and Health in the Face of Climate Change: Perspectives for Science, Policy and Practice.
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- Open access
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Clear-Cutting Disease Control : Capital-Led Deforestation, Public Health Austerity, and Vector-Borne Infection
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat43344
Rodrick Wallace, Luis Fernando Chaves, Luke R. Bergmann, Constância Ayres, Lenny Hogerwerf, Richard Kock, Robert G. Wallace.
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Springer
, c2018.
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The vector-borne Zika virus joins avian influenza, Ebola, and yellow fever as recent public health crises threatening pandemicity. By a combination of stochastic modeling and economic geography, this book proposes two key causes together explain the explosive spread of the worst of the vector-borne outbreaks. Ecosystems in which such pathogens are largely controlled by environmental stochasticity are being drastically streamlined by both agribusiness-led deforestation and deficits in public hea…
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- Author
- Wallace, Rodrick
- Other Authors
- Chaves, Luis Fernando
- Bergmann, Luke R.
- Ayres, Constância
- Hogerwerf, Lenny
- Kock, Richard
- Wallace, Robert G.
- Responsibility
- Rodrick Wallace, Luis Fernando Chaves, Luke R. Bergmann, Constância Ayres, Lenny Hogerwerf, Richard Kock, Robert G. Wallace
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (x, 68 p.) : 14 illus., 5 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319728506
- 9783319728490 (print ed.)
- 9783319728513 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Communicable Disease Control - methods
- Communicable Diseases, Emerging
- Conservation of Natural Resources
- Disease Outbreaks
- Disease Vectors
- Environmental Policy
- Forestry
- Models, Theoretical
- Abstract
- The vector-borne Zika virus joins avian influenza, Ebola, and yellow fever as recent public health crises threatening pandemicity. By a combination of stochastic modeling and economic geography, this book proposes two key causes together explain the explosive spread of the worst of the vector-borne outbreaks. Ecosystems in which such pathogens are largely controlled by environmental stochasticity are being drastically streamlined by both agribusiness-led deforestation and deficits in public health and environmental sanitation. Consequently, a subset of infections that once burned out relatively quickly in local forests are now propagating across susceptible human populations whose vulnerability to infection is often exacerbated in structurally adjusted cities. The resulting outbreaks are characterized by greater global extent, duration, and momentum. As infectious diseases in an age of nation states and global health programs cannot, as much of the present modeling literature presumes, be described by interacting populations of host, vector, and pathogen alone, a series of control theory models is also introduced here. These models, useful to researchers and health officials alike, explicitly address interactions between government ministries and the pathogens they aim to control.
- Contents
- The Social Context of the Emergence of Vector-Borne Disease -- Modeling Vector-Borne Diseases in a Commoditized Landscape -- Modeling State Interventions -- Implications for Disease Intervention and Modeling -- Mathematical Appendix.
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Climate Change and Global Public Health
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat46434
Kent E. Pinkerton, William N. Rom, editors.
(Second edition)
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Humana Press
, c2021.
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This book is a guide to the research, findings, and discussions of US and international experts on climate change and respiratory health. Since the publication of the first edition, climate change has been increasingly acknowledged as being directly related to the prevalence and incidence of respiratory morbidity. Evidence is increasing that climate change does drive respiratory disease onset and exacerbation as a result of increased ambient and indoor air pollution, desertification, heat stres…
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- Pinkerton, Kent E.
- Rom, William N.
- Responsibility
- Kent E. Pinkerton, William N. Rom, editors
- Edition
- Second edition
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2021
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xv, 605 p.) : 116 illus., 103 illus. in color
- Series Title
- Respiratory medicine
- ISBN
- 9783030547462
- 9783030547455 (Print ed.)
- 9783030547479 (Print ed.)
- 9783030547486 (Print ed.)
- ISSN
- 2197-7372
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Climate Change
- Environmental Medicine
- Global Health
- Public Health
- Respiratory Tract Diseases - epidemiology
- Specialty
- Environmental Health
- Pulmonary Medicine
- Abstract
- This book is a guide to the research, findings, and discussions of US and international experts on climate change and respiratory health. Since the publication of the first edition, climate change has been increasingly acknowledged as being directly related to the prevalence and incidence of respiratory morbidity. Evidence is increasing that climate change does drive respiratory disease onset and exacerbation as a result of increased ambient and indoor air pollution, desertification, heat stress, wildfires, and the geographic and temporal spread of pollens, molds and infectious agents. This second edition is fully updated to include the latest research by international experts on topics such as heat waves causing critical care-related diseases, climate-driven air pollution increases, and high-level ozone and ozone exposure linked to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, and acute lower respiratory infection. Seven new chapters have also been added on extreme weather and agricultural safety in California; desert dust effects on lung health; climate policy and the EPA; California's integrated approach to air quality and climate change; integrating climate change, the environment, and sustainability themes into professional health science courses; and the role of the physician as climate advocate. This is an ideal guide for all pulmonologists and health professionals treating patients with pulmonary disease.
- Contents
- Introduction: consequences of global warming to planetary and human health -- Climate variability and change data and information for global public health -- Climate change: updates on recent global and United States temperature anomalies and impacts to water, forests and environmental health -- Eyewitness to climate change -- Arctic connections to global warming and health -- Assessing the health risks of climate change -- Heat waves and rising temperatures: Human health impacts and the determinants of vulnerability -- Climate, air quality and allergy: emerging methods for detecting linkages -- The human health co-benefits of air quality improvements associated with climate change mitigation -- Asthma, hayfever, pollen, & climate change -- California and climate changes: an update -- Vector-borne diseases in a changing climate and world -- Dengue fever and climate change -- Climate variability and change: food, water and societal impacts -- Hurricanes and health: vulnerability in an age of climate change -- The impact of climate change and extreme weather conditions on agricultural health and safety in california -- Household air pollution from cookstoves: impacts on health and climate -- Biomass fuel and lung diseases: an Indian perspective -- Climate change and women’s health: risks and opportunities -- The impact of climate change on public health in small island states and caribbean countries -- Global climate change, desertification, and its consequences in Turkey and the Middle East -- Climate change and the risk of desertification with a focus in the United States -- Federal Programs in climate change and health research -- Management of climate change adaptation at the United States centers for disease control and prevention -- Rules, rulings, and repeals: the shifting state of climate policy at U.S. EPA -- California’s integrated approach to air quality and climate change -- Climate change and public health interventions -- Integrating climate change, the environment, and sustainability themes into professional health sciences courses: a case study across a university system -- The physician’s response to climate change.
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- NEW Springer 2021
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- e-Book
- Location
- Online
The Congruent Facelift : A Three-Dimensional View
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat42772
Lawrence C. Y. Ho, Michael F. Klaassen, Kumar Mithraratne.
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Springer
, c2018.
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This book deals with a special form of facial rejuvenative surgery, which considers the three-dimensional anatomy of the face and benchmarks it against biomechanical models of the face. Traditional approaches to the ageing human face have been based on a two-dimensional approach. The authors, however, consider the human face using a three-dimensional platform that reflects height, width and depth and thus defines spatial divisions or pilasters. The anatomically accurate and bio-physically based…
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- Ho, Lawrence C. Y.
- Other Authors
- Klaassen, Michael F.
- Mithraratne, Kumar
- Responsibility
- Lawrence C. Y. Ho, Michael F. Klaassen, Kumar Mithraratne
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (viii, 131 p.) : 143 illus., 142 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319690902
- 9783319690896 (print ed.)
- 9783319690919 (print ed.)
- 9783319887128 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Imaging, Three-Dimensional
- Rhytidoplasty - methods
- Specialty
- Anatomy
- Cosmetic Techniques
- Abstract
- This book deals with a special form of facial rejuvenative surgery, which considers the three-dimensional anatomy of the face and benchmarks it against biomechanical models of the face. Traditional approaches to the ageing human face have been based on a two-dimensional approach. The authors, however, consider the human face using a three-dimensional platform that reflects height, width and depth and thus defines spatial divisions or pilasters. The anatomically accurate and bio-physically based three-dimensional computational models, originally used to simulate facial expressions and subsequently in the dynamic evaluation of the various soft tissues, offer a valuable new tool for surgical techniques. The book is divided into four chapters, the first of which describes the historical developments, evolution of facelift procedures and review of traditional two-dimensional approach. The second chapter presents three-dimensional surgical anatomy of the face and neck with the introduction of "facial pilasters". Treating the human face as a collection of compliant and rigid structural components which obey engineering principles and its biomechanical behaviour is discussed in chapter three. The last chapter provides the reader comprehensive information on the surgical procedure for contour vector congruent facelift, including case studies. An alternative approach (Rejuvenative Facial Lipomorphoplasty) to the de-volumed ageing face with little sagging and skin excess is introduced together with case studies. This book was motivated by the desire to define the key steps in facelift techniques and provides an essential guide for young plastic surgeons, as well as experienced surgeons who are dissatisfied with the current two-dimensional platform.
- Contents
- History and classical two-dimensional anatomy -- Clinical three-dimensional anatomy -- Biomechanics of the three-dimensional face -- Operative procedures.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Current Strategies in Cancer Gene Therapy
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat41069
Wolfgang Walther, editor.
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Springer
, c2016.
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This book describes important developments and emerging trends in experimental and clinical cancer gene therapy. It reflects the tremendous advances made over recent years with respect to immunogenes, suicide genes and gene correction therapies, as well as in gene suppression and miRNA therapies. Many of the described strategies focus on the generation of more efficient and specific means of attack at known and novel cellular targets associated with tumor development and progression. The book a…
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- Walther, Wolfgang
- Responsibility
- Wolfgang Walther, editor
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2016
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (v, 121 p.) : 13 illus., 7 illus. in color
- Series Vol.
- 209
- Series Title
- Recent results in cancer research
- ISBN
- 9783319429342
- 9783319429328 (print ed.)
- ISSN
- 0080-0015
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Genetic therapy - methods
- Neoplasms - therapy
- Abstract
- This book describes important developments and emerging trends in experimental and clinical cancer gene therapy. It reflects the tremendous advances made over recent years with respect to immunogenes, suicide genes and gene correction therapies, as well as in gene suppression and miRNA therapies. Many of the described strategies focus on the generation of more efficient and specific means of attack at known and novel cellular targets associated with tumor development and progression. The book also details parallel improvements in vector design, vector delivery, and therapeutic efficacy. It offers readers a stimulating, broad overview of advances in the field, linking experimental strategies to their clinical applications.
- Contents
- p53 Replacement Therapy for Cancer -- Retroviral Vectors for Cancer Gene Therapy -- Minicircle-Based Engineering of Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T Cells -- Noncoding RNA for Cancer Gene Therapy -- mRNA Cancer Vaccines -- Gene Therapeutic Approaches to Overcome ABCB1-Mediated Drug Resistance -- Bacterial Toxins for Oncoleaking Suicidal Cancer Gene Therapy -- Use of Bacteria in Cancer Therapy.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Encyclopedia of Malaria
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat44520
edited by Peter G. Kremsner, Sanjeev Krishna.
--New York, NY:
Springer
, c2019.
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The Encyclopedia of Malaria represents a vast databank of information about the study of malaria. It provides an overview of the historical, rapid, and significant developments that have occurred in malaria research, including the 2002 genome sequencing of Plasmodium falciparum and its mosquito vector, Anopheles gambiae. This work provides a concise source of up-to-date research findings in the form of definitions and essays and present comprehensive coverage of topics from history to findings …
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- Other Authors
- Kremsner, Peter G.
- Krishna, Sanjeev
- Responsibility
- edited by Peter G. Kremsner, Sanjeev Krishna
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2019
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (Approx. 3000 p.)
- Series Title
- Springer reference
- ISBN
- 9781461487579
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Malaria
- Specialty
- Infectious Disease Medicine
- Tropical Medicine
- Notes
- "Living edition."
- Abstract
- The Encyclopedia of Malaria represents a vast databank of information about the study of malaria. It provides an overview of the historical, rapid, and significant developments that have occurred in malaria research, including the 2002 genome sequencing of Plasmodium falciparum and its mosquito vector, Anopheles gambiae. This work provides a concise source of up-to-date research findings in the form of definitions and essays and present comprehensive coverage of topics from history to findings to diagnosis and treatment, written by recognized malaria researchers with practical experience. It appeals to a diverse audience, including malaria researchers, teachers, investigators, and public health professionals.
- Format
- e-Book
- Publication Type
- Encyclopedia
- Location
- Online
Fundamentals of Biomechanics : Equilibrium, Motion, and Deformation
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat30935
Nihat Özkaya ... [et al.].
(3rd ed.)
--New York, NY:
Springer
, c2012.
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Biomechanics applies the principles and rigor of engineering to the mechanical properties of living systems. This book integrates the classic fields of mechanics--statics, dynamics, and strength of materials--using examples from biology and medicine. Fundamentals of Biomechanics is excellent for teaching either undergraduates in biomedical engineering programs or health care professionals studying biomechanics at the graduate level. Extensively revised from a successful second edition, the boo…
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- Özkaya, Nihat
- Responsibility
- Nihat Özkaya ... [et al.]
- Edition
- 3rd ed.
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2012
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 275 p. : 526 ill.)
- ISBN
- 9781461411505
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Biomechanical Phenomena
- Kinetics
- Bioengineering
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Human physiology
- Orthopedics
- Rehabilitation
- Sports medicine
- Abstract
- Biomechanics applies the principles and rigor of engineering to the mechanical properties of living systems. This book integrates the classic fields of mechanics--statics, dynamics, and strength of materials--using examples from biology and medicine. Fundamentals of Biomechanics is excellent for teaching either undergraduates in biomedical engineering programs or health care professionals studying biomechanics at the graduate level. Extensively revised from a successful second edition, the book features a wealth of clear illustrations, numerous worked examples, and many problem sets. The book provides the quantitative perspective missing from more descriptive texts, without requiring an advanced background in mathematics. It will be welcomed for use in courses such as biomechanics and orthopedics, rehabilitation and industrial engineering, and occupational or sports medicine.
- Contents
- Introduction -- Force Vector -- Moment And Torque Vectors -- Statics: Systems in Equilibrium -- Applications of Statics to Biomechanics -- Introduction to Dynamics -- Linear Kinematics -- Linear Kinetics -- Angular Kinematics -- Angular Kinetics -- Impulse and Momentum -- Introduction to Deformable Body Mechanics -- Stress and Strain -- Multiaxial Deformations and Stress Analyses -- Mechanical Properties of Biological Tissues -- Appendix A: Plane Geometry -- Appendix B: Vector Algebra -- Appendix C: Calculus.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Gene Therapy and Cell Therapy Through the Liver : Current Aspects and Future Prospects
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat40397
Shuji Terai, Takeshi Suda, editors.
(1st ed.)
--Tokyo:
Springer Japan
, c2016.
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- Online
This book reports the recent progress in gene and cell therapy through the liver and aims to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the current aspects and future prospects from basic research to clinical therapies. Edited by pioneering researchers, this volume presents extensive information to principal investigators, researchers, postdocs, and clinicians for examining the wide varieties of pathological conditions both inside and outside the liver. Providing not only the basic and clinica…
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- Other Authors
- Terai, Shuji
- Suda, Takeshi
- Responsibility
- Shuji Terai, Takeshi Suda, editors
- Edition
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication
- Tokyo
- Publisher
- Springer Japan
- Date of Publication
- c2016
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (x, 185 p. : 38 illus., 28 illus. in color)
- ISBN
- 9784431556664
- 9784431556657 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Cell- and Tissue-Based Therapy - methods
- Genetic therapy - methods
- Liver Diseases - therapy
- Regenerative Medicine - instrumentation
- Regenerative Medicine - legislation & jurisprudence
- Abstract
- This book reports the recent progress in gene and cell therapy through the liver and aims to facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the current aspects and future prospects from basic research to clinical therapies. Edited by pioneering researchers, this volume presents extensive information to principal investigators, researchers, postdocs, and clinicians for examining the wide varieties of pathological conditions both inside and outside the liver. Providing not only the basic and clinical aspects of therapy, this volume is special in that it focuses on the administrative and regulatory difficulties of actual clinical application and legal regulations in different parts of the globe. By indicating the advantages and limitations of the most promising gene and cell therapies targeting the liver, this book will inspire readers to develop a feasible treatment in the next generation.
- Contents
- 1. Liver-Targeted Gene and Cell Therapies: An Overview -- Part I. Cell Therapy -- 2. Macrophage Therapy for Liver Fibrosis and Regeneration -- 3. Liver Regeneration Therapy Using Autologous Bone Marrow-Derived Cells for Cirrhotic Patients -- 4. Novel Immunotherapy Using Liver Natural Killer Cells for Preventing Recurrence of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in Liver Transplantation -- 5. Cell-Based Immunotherapy for HCC: Our Experiences and Future Directions -- Part II. Gene Therapy -- 6. AAV Vector-Mediated Liver Gene Therapy and Its Implementation for Hemophilia -- 7. Potential Usage of Human Artificial Chromosome for Regenerative Medicine -- 8. Image-Guided Hydrodynamic Gene Delivery to the Liver: Toward Clinical Applications -- Part III. Legal Regulation -- 9. The Way to Clinical Applications of Human Pluripotent Stem Cells -- 10. Regulation for Gene and Cell Therapy Medicinal Products in Europe -- 11. IPSC-Derived Products: Current Regulations -- 12. Critical Path Initiative for Regenerative Medicine in Japan -- 13. Aseptic Manufacturing of Regenerative Medicine Products Using Isolator Technology -- 14. Cell and Vector Production Facility for Gene Therapy and Cell Therapy.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Global climate change and public health
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat33392
Kent E. Pinkerton, William N. Rom, editors.
--New York:
Humana Press
, c2014.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
Pulmonary physicians and scientists currently have minimal capacity to respond to climate change and its impacts on health. The extent to which climate change influences the prevalence and incidence of respiratory morbidity remains largely undefined. However, evidence is increasing that climate change does drive respiratory disease onset and exacerbation as a result of increased ambient and indoor air pollution, desertification, heat stress, wildfires, and the geographic and temporal spread of …
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Pinkerton, Kent Ed
- Rom, William N
- Responsibility
- Kent E. Pinkerton, William N. Rom, editors
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2014
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xii, 406 pages)
- Series Vol.
- v. 7
- Series Title
- Respiratory medicine (New York, N.Y.)
- ISBN
- 9781461484172 (electronic bk.)
- 9781461484165
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Climate Change
- Global Health
- Public Health
- Respiration Disorders
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Environmental health
- Climatic changes
- Climate Change
- Respiratory Tract Diseases
- Environmental Health
- Climate Change Impacts
- Public health
- Abstract
- Pulmonary physicians and scientists currently have minimal capacity to respond to climate change and its impacts on health. The extent to which climate change influences the prevalence and incidence of respiratory morbidity remains largely undefined. However, evidence is increasing that climate change does drive respiratory disease onset and exacerbation as a result of increased ambient and indoor air pollution, desertification, heat stress, wildfires, and the geographic and temporal spread of pollens, molds and infectious agents. Preliminary research has revealed climate change to have potentially direct and indirect adverse impacts on respiratory health. Published studies have linked climate change to increases in respiratory disease, including the following: changing pollen releases impacting asthma and allergic rhinitis, heat waves causing critical care-related diseases, climate driven air pollution increases, exacerbating asthma and COPD, desertification increasing particulate matter (PM) exposures, and climate related changes in food and water security impacting infectious respiratory disease through malnutrition (pneumonia, upper respiratory infections). High level ozone and ozone exposure has been linked to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, and acute lower respiratory infection. Global Climate Change and Public Health is an important new volume based on the research, findings, and discussions of US and international experts on respiratory health and climate change. This volume addresses issues of major importance to respiratory health and fills a major gap in the current literature.
- Contents
- Introduction: Consequences of Global Warming to the Publics Health -- Climate Variability and Change Data and Information for Global Public Health -- Climate Change: Overview of Data Sources, Observed and Predicted Temperature Changes, and Impacts on Public and Environmental Health -- Eyewitness to Global Warming -- California and Climate Changes -- Heat Waves and Rising Temperatures: Human Health Impacts and the Determinants of Vulnerability -- Climate, Air Quality and Allergy: Emerging Methods for Detecting Linkages -- The Human Health Co-benefits of Air Quality Improvements Associated with Climate Change Mitigation -- Asthma, Hayfever, Pollen, and Climate Change -- Dengue Fever and Climate Change -- Impact of Climate Change on Vector-Borne Disease in the Amazon -- Climate Variability and Change: Food, Water and Societal Impacts -- Household Air Pollution from Cookstoves: Impacts on Health and Climate -- Biomass Fuel and Lung Diseases: An Indian Perspective -- The Effects of Climate Change and Air Pollution on Children and Mothers Health -- Climate Change and Public Health in Small Island States and Caribbean Countries -- Global Climate Change, Desertification, and Its Consequences in Turkey and the Middle East -- Assessing the Health Risks of Climate Change -- Federal Programs in Climate Change and Health Research -- Management of Climate Change Adaptation at the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention -- Public Health and Climate Programs at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency -- California's Cap-and-Trade Program.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Infectious Diseases and Arthropods
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat42922
Jerome Goddard.
(3rd ed.)
--Cham:
Humana Press
, c2018.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
With the exception of a few tropical medicine schools worldwide, current medical education programs include almost zero discussion of the interface between infectious diseases and entomology. That is why this book was initially published in the first edition almost 17 years ago. The third edition of this valuable infectious disease entomology book updates all existing chapters with the newest scientific developments described in the medical and entomological literature in addition to covering 1…
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- Author
- Goddard, Jerome
- Responsibility
- Jerome Goddard
- Edition
- 3rd ed.
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xvii, 277 p.) : 170 illus., 103 illus. in color
- Series Title
- Infectious disease
- ISBN
- 9783319758749
- 9783319758732 (print ed.)
- 9783319758756 (print ed.)
- 9783030093464 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Arbovirus Infections
- Arthropod Vectors
- Protozoan Infections
- Specialty
- Infectious Disease Medicine
- Abstract
- With the exception of a few tropical medicine schools worldwide, current medical education programs include almost zero discussion of the interface between infectious diseases and entomology. That is why this book was initially published in the first edition almost 17 years ago. The third edition of this valuable infectious disease entomology book updates all existing chapters with the newest scientific developments described in the medical and entomological literature in addition to covering 10 entirely new topics not addressed in previous editions, which include: arthropod identification controversies early beginnings of public health and disease control red-meat allergy updates on vaccine development for dengue and malaria discussion of Chikungunya and Zika viruses American Boutonnneuse Fever the newest controversies in Lyme disease recent findings of viruses in ticks bed bug bite reactions Morgellons disease (an imaginary infectious disease).
- Contents
- SECTION I. Arthropods and Human Health -- Arthropods and Health -- Dynamics of Arthropod-Borne Diseases -- Section II. Major Arthropod-Borne Diseases -- Mosquito-Borne Diseases -- Tick-Borne Diseases -- Flea-Borne Diseases -- Sand Fly-Transmitted Diseases -- Miscellaneous Vector-Borne Diseases -- Section III. Other Arthropod-Caused or Related Problems -- Health Effects of Bed Bugs -- Why Mosquitoes and Other Arthropods Cannot Transmit HIV -- Medical Conditions Caused by Arthropod Stings or Bites -- Fire Ant Attacks on Humans -- Necrotic Arachnidism'Brown Recluse Bites -- Myiasis -- Imaginary Insect or Mite Infestations -- Appendix 1. Signs and Symptoms of Arthropod-Borne Diseases -- Appendix 2. Diagnostic Tests Used in Arthropod-Borne Diseases -- Appendix 3. Personal Protection from Arthropods.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Journal of vector borne diseases
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat17702
National Institute of Malaria Research
- Available Online
- View e-Journal
- Holdings
- Vol 40, 2003 -
- Location
- Online
- Available Online
- View e-Journal
- Publisher
- National Institute of Malaria Research
- Holdings
- Vol 40, 2003 -
- ISSN
- 0972-9062
- Specialty
- Communicable Diseases
- Format
- e-Journal
- Location
- Online
Molecular genetic pathology
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat32564
Liang Cheng, David Y. Zhang, John N. Eble, editors.
(2nd ed.)
--New York, NY:
Springer
, c2013.
- Available Online
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- Location
- Online
Molecular Genetic Pathology, Second Edition presents up-to-date material containing fundamental information relevant to the clinical practice of molecular genetic pathology. Fully updated in each area and expanded to include identification of new infectious agents (H1N1), new diagnostic biomarkers and biomarkers for targeted cancer therapy. This edition is also expanded to include the many new technologies that have become available in the past few years such as microarray (AmpliChip) and high …
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Cheng, Liang
- Zhang, David Y
- Eble, John N
- Responsibility
- Liang Cheng, David Y. Zhang, John N. Eble, editors
- Edition
- 2nd ed.
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2013
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxi, 1136 p. : 442 ill., 347 ill. in color)
- Series Title
- Springer reference
- ISBN
- 9781461448006
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Molecular Diagnostic Techniques
- Pathology, Clinical - methods
- Pathology, Molecular - methods
- Abstract
- Molecular Genetic Pathology, Second Edition presents up-to-date material containing fundamental information relevant to the clinical practice of molecular genetic pathology. Fully updated in each area and expanded to include identification of new infectious agents (H1N1), new diagnostic biomarkers and biomarkers for targeted cancer therapy. This edition is also expanded to include the many new technologies that have become available in the past few years such as microarray (AmpliChip) and high throughput deep sequencing, which will certainly change the clinical practice of molecular genetic pathology. Part I examines the clinical aspects of molecular biology and technology, genomics. Poharmacogenomics and proteomics, while Part II covers the clinically relevant information of medical genetics, hematology, transfusion medicine, oncology, and forensic pathology. Supplemented with many useful figures and presented in a helpful bullet-point format, Molecular Genetic Pathology, Second Edition provides a unique reference for practicing pathologists, oncologists, internists, and medical genetisists. Furthermore, a book with concise overview of the field and highlights of clinical applications will certainly help those trainees, including pathology residents, genetics residents, molecular pathology fellows, internists, hematology/oncology fellows, and medical technologists in preparing for their board examination/certification.
- Contents
- Principles of Clinical Molecular Biology -- Principles of Clinical Cytogenetics -- Conceptual Evolution in Cancer Biology -- Genetic Inheritance and Population Genetics -- Clonality Analysis and Tumor of Unknown Primary: Applications in Modern Oncology and Surgical Pathology -- Modern Immunohistochemistry in Targeted Therapy -- Systems Pathology -- Diagnostic Methodology and Technology -- Clinical Flow Cytometry -- Clinical Genomics in Oncology -- Clinical Proteomics -- Nanotechnology in Molecular Diagnostics -- Gene Therapy: Vector Technology and Clinical Applications -- Instrumentation for Molecular Testing -- Tissue Microarrays and Biomarker Validation -- Laser Capture Microdissection -- Human Tissue Biorepository -- Pathology Informatics -- Prenatal Cytogenetic and Cytogenomic Diagnosis -- Molecular Medical Genetics -- Biochemical Genetics and Inborn Errors of Metabolism -- Molecular Genetics of Congenital Heart Disease -- Familial Cancer Syndromes -- Genetic Counseling -- Molecular Virology -- Molecular Bacteriology and Mycobacteriology -- Molecular Parasitology and Mycology -- Molecular Microbiology in Transplantation -- Molecular Microbiology Epidemiology -- Principle of Immunoglobulin and T Cell Receptor Gene Rearrangement -- Molecular Diagnostics of Lymphoblastic Leukemia and Lymphoma -- Molecular Diagnostics of Myeloid Neoplasms -- Molecular Diagnostics of Lymphoid Malignancies -- Molecular Diagnostics of Myeloproliferative Neoplasms and Myelodysplastic Syndromes -- Molecular Diagnostics of Lymphoproliferative Disorders -- Molecular Testing for Coagulation Abnormalities -- Molecular Hemoglobinopathies -- The HLA System and Transfusion Medicine: Molecular Approach -- Clinical Pharmacogenomics -- Molecular Forensic Pathology -- Specimen Identification and Bone Marrow Engraftment Analysis -- Circulating Tumor Cells: The Liquid Biopsy for Molecular Pathology -- Ethical and Legal Issues in Molecular Testing -- Regulatory Issues in Molecular Testing -- Molecular Pathology Reporting -- Quality Assurance and Laboratory Inspection.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Molecular typing in bacterial infections
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat32457
Ivano de Filippis, Marian L. McKee, editors.
--New York, NY:
Humana Press
, c2013.
- Available Online
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- Location
- Online
The accurate identification and typing of microbes is essential for researchers in all fields of microbiology. The investigation of species diversity is crucial for the determination of the genetic relatedness of isolates for epidemiological studies. The development of molecular genotyping methods has improved the classification and typing of microorganisms at the sub-species level. In Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections, readers will find an ultimate guide to molecular methods for the cla…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- de Filippis, Ivano
- McKee, Marian L
- Responsibility
- Ivano de Filippis, Marian L. McKee, editors
- Place of Publication
- New York, NY
- Publisher
- Humana Press
- Date of Publication
- c2013
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xii, 482 p. : 40 ill., 10 ill. in color)
- Series Title
- Infectious disease
- ISBN
- 9781627031851
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Bacterial Infections
- Molecular Epidemiology - methods
- Molecular Typing
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Medical laboratories
- Infectious diseases
- Microbiology
- Bacteriology
- Abstract
- The accurate identification and typing of microbes is essential for researchers in all fields of microbiology. The investigation of species diversity is crucial for the determination of the genetic relatedness of isolates for epidemiological studies. The development of molecular genotyping methods has improved the classification and typing of microorganisms at the sub-species level. In Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections, readers will find an ultimate guide to molecular methods for the classification and typing of most human bacterial pathogens, covering a wide range of techniques which can be easily applied to the investigation of infectious diseases. The emphasis is on nucleic acid-based assays and alternative biochemically and immunologically-based formats providing significant potential improvementá of typing technologies that are transforming the field of diagnostic testing. Comprehensive and practical, Molecular Typing in Bacterial Infections provides state-of-the-art methods not only for accurate diagnostic, but also for the correct classification of different types which will prove to be critical in unraveling the routes of spread of human pathogens.
- Contents
- Section 1: General consideration on microorganism typing methods -- Molecular epidemiology.-Section 2: Gastrointestinal Pathogens -- Enterococci -- Listeria monocytogenes -- Enterobacteriaceae -- Vibrio cholerae -- Clostridium difficile -- Oral and Intestinal Bacteroidetes -- Section 3: Oral and Respiratory Pathogens -- Streptococci -- Streptococcus mutans -- Periodontal anaerobic bacteria -- Nontuberculous mycobacteria -- Neisseria meningitidis -- Haemophilus influenzae -- Moraxella -- Legionella pneumophila -- Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma -- Corynebacterium diphtheriae -- Burkholderia -- Section 4: Urogenital Pathogens -- Treponema -- Chlamydiaceae -- Section 5: Vector Borne Pathogens -- Borreliae -- Erysipelothrix -- Section 6: Pathogens causing Healthcare-Associated Infection -- Staphylococci -- Pseudomonas -- Section 7: Emerging and Reemerging Pathogens -- Acinetobacter baumannii -- Coxiella burnetii -- Index.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Neuroprotection and regeneration of the spinal cord
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat33728
Kenzo Uchida, Masaya Nakamura, Hiroshi Ozawa, Shinsuke Katoh, editors ; Yoshiaki Toyama, honorary editor.
--Tokyo:
Springer
, c2014.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
Neuroprotection and Regeneration of the Spinal Cord comprehensively covers the most recent research in the field of spinal cord injury. The first part of this book focuses on the latest animal models and clinically oriented work, providing extensive information on morphological factors and, biomechanical analysis, in addition to the mechanism of functional recovery. The book goes on to provide information on clinical relevance introducing analysis of spinal cord injuries using MRI and PET. Edit…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Responsibility
- Kenzo Uchida, Masaya Nakamura, Hiroshi Ozawa, Shinsuke Katoh, editors ; Yoshiaki Toyama, honorary editor
- Place of Publication
- Tokyo
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2014
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (x, 419 pages)
- ISBN
- 9784431545026 (electronic bk.)
- 9784431545019
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Neuroprotective Agents
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Spinal Cord Regeneration
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Spinal cord - Regeneration
- Neuroprotective agents
- Abstract
- Neuroprotection and Regeneration of the Spinal Cord comprehensively covers the most recent research in the field of spinal cord injury. The first part of this book focuses on the latest animal models and clinically oriented work, providing extensive information on morphological factors and, biomechanical analysis, in addition to the mechanism of functional recovery. The book goes on to provide information on clinical relevance introducing analysis of spinal cord injuries using MRI and PET. Edited by renowned experts in the field, this book will provide clinical physicians, basic researchers, and postgraduate students with valuable insight into the cutting-edge research and progress in the field of spinal cord injury, treatment, and repair.
- Contents
- Part I. Pathologies of Spinal Cord Injury -- The Mechanism Behind Functional Recovery After the Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury -- Microenvironment Within the Injured Spinal Cord Focusing on IL-6 -- Autophagy in Spinal Cord Injury: Pathogenic Roles and Therapeutic Implications -- The Role of the Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress Response in Neural Apoptosis of the Injured Spinal Cord -- Roles of Microglia in Spinal Cord Injury -- Part II. Pathologies of Chronic Compressive Spinal Cord -- Biomechanics of the Spinal Cord and the Pia Mater -- Biomechanical Analysis of Compressive Myelopathy: The Influence of Morthometry of the Spinal Cord -- Morphologic Change and Glial Response to Unilateral Spinal Cord Compression -- Morphological Changes in Anterior Horn Cells, Immunoreactivity to Neurotrophic Factors, and Neuronal Cell Death of Spinal Cord Lesions in the Spinal Hyperostotic Mouse (twy/twy) with Chronic Mechanical Cord Compression -- In Vivo Tracing of Neural Tracts in Tiptoe-Walking Yoshimura Mice by Diffusion Tensor Tractography -- Microarray Analysis of Expression of Cell Death-Associated Genes in Spinal Cord Cells with Cyclic Tensile Strain -- Spinal Kyphosis Causes Demyelination and Neuronal Loss in the Spinal Cord -- Part III. Neuroprotection -- Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor-Mediated Neuroprotective Therapy for Spinal Cord Injury -- Recombinant Human Hepatocyte Growth Factor Promotes Functional Recovery After Spinal Cord Injury -- The Proteoglycan-Degrading Enzymes Promote Functional Recovery After Spinal Cord Injury: Keratan Sulfate and Chondroitin Sulfate -- Targeted Retrograde Gene Delivery into the Injured Spinal Cord Using Recombinant Adenovirus Vector Carrying Neurotrophic Factor Gene -- Blockade of Interleukin-6 Effects on Cytokine Profiles and Macrophage Activation After Spinal Cord Injury in Mice -- Oxidative Stress as Secondary Injury Mechanism After Mechanical Trauma in the Spinal Cord -- Part IV. Transplantation -- Regenerative Medicine for Spinal Cord Injury Utilizing iPS Cells -- Transplantation of Neural Stem Cells with Valproate for Spinal Cord Injury -- The Effects of Mesenchymal Stem Cell-Transduced Multineurotrophin to Improve Function Following Spinal Cord Injury -- Axonal Regeneration Across an Artificial Scaffold Combined with Cell Transplantation Applied to the Transected Spinal Cord -- Transplantation of Mesenchymal Stem Cells Derived from Bone Marrow in the Injured Spinal Cord -- Vascular Regeneration Therapies for Spinal Cord Injury -- Part V. Clinical Relevance -- Stress Distribution of the Spinal Cord and Clinical Relevance in Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy -- Applications and Limitations of pNF-H, a Novel Biomarker for Spinal Cord Injury: Strategy for the Evaluation of Therapeutic Outcomes -- Neuroprotective Therapy Using Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor for Acute Spinal Cord Injury: A Multicenter Prospective Controlled Clinical Trial -- Assessment of Injured Spinal Cord Using Diffusion Tensor Tractography -- Clinical Significance of 3D-MRI/18F-FDG PET Fusion Imaging of Patients with Cervical Compressive Myelopathy -- Visualization of Electrophysiological Activity in the Spinal Cord Using Magnetospinography -- Spinal Synaptic Plasticity in Chronic Pain -- Evaluation of Pain with Functional Neuroimaging.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
The non-designer's Illustrator book : essential vector techniques for design
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat25817
Williams, Robin.
(1st ed.)
--Berkeley, CA:
Peachpit Press
, 2012.
- Call Number
- T 385 W726i 2012
- Location
- Nova Scotia Hospital
- Call Number
- T 385 W726i 2012
- Author
- Williams, Robin
- Other Authors
- Tollett, John
- Edition
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication
- Berkeley, CA
- Publisher
- Peachpit Press
- Date of Publication
- 2012
- Physical Description
- 229 p.
- ISBN
- 9780321772879
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Computer Graphics
- Adobe Illustrator
- Format
- Book
- Location
- Nova Scotia Hospital
- Copies
- 1
- Loan Period
- 3 weeks
Opioid Dependence : A Clinical and Epidemiologic Approach
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat43183
Heath B. McAnally.
--Cham:
Springer
, c2018.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
This unique and timely title offers a comprehensive assessment of the previously underappreciated risks and potentially overstated benefits of chronic opioid therapy. It does so by approaching the rampant problem of opioid abuse and addiction—currently labeled an epidemic in the United States -- from a public health/epidemiologic perspective. That is, following a thorough overview in Part 1 that compares (and contrasts) classic infectious disease epidemiology concepts with the epidemic, the boo…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Author
- McAnally, Heath B.
- Responsibility
- Heath B. McAnally
- Place of Publication
- Cham
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2018
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xv, 301 p.) : 22 illus., 16 illus. in color
- ISBN
- 9783319474977
- 9783319474960 (print ed.)
- 9783319474984 (print ed.)
- 9783319837512 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Addiction Medicine
- Analgesics, Opioid
- Opioid-Related Disorders
- Risk Factors
- Specialty
- Addiction Medicine
- Abstract
- This unique and timely title offers a comprehensive assessment of the previously underappreciated risks and potentially overstated benefits of chronic opioid therapy. It does so by approaching the rampant problem of opioid abuse and addiction—currently labeled an epidemic in the United States -- from a public health/epidemiologic perspective. That is, following a thorough overview in Part 1 that compares (and contrasts) classic infectious disease epidemiology concepts with the epidemic, the book categorizes our current understanding of basic science and best clinical practices in opioid therapy in terms of Agent (opioid), Vector (prescriber) and Host (patient) factors. The majority of the book, which includes a plethora of instructional case studies, is organized according to these three arenas. Opioid Dependence: A Clinical and Epidemiologic Approach is designed to update all clinicians on opioid basic science, current areas of drug improvement research and development, alternatives to opioid therapy, evidence-based indications for opioid therapy, and clinical strategies for preventing and overcoming opioid dependence. Importantly, an overview of clinical practice guidelines from the American Society of Addiction Medicine, with its biopsychosocial-spiritual "multidimensional assessment" focus is provided, along with a discussion of medication-assisted treatment, organized by the three currently FDA-approved pharmacotherapeutics (methadone, buprenorphine and naltrexone). Developed for practitioners at every level, this ground-breaking title offers a fresh and novel approach to improving the care and outcomes of patients receiving opioid therapy.
- Contents
- An epidemiologic perspective -- Understanding the agent, part I : opioid biology and basic pharmacology -- Understanding the agent, part II : adverse effects -- Understanding the agent, part III : specific drugs -- Attenuating the agent : reducing opioid "virulence" -- Best practices education, part I : pain physiology, psychology, and alternatives to opioids -- Best practices education, part II : evidence for and against opioid therapy -- Best practices education, part III : regulatory and advisory issues related to opioid therapy for pain -- Focusing on the host -- Addressing host factors : overview of dependence and addiction -- Opioid dependence risk factors and risk assessment -- Addressing host factors : primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention of opioid dependence.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Reconstructive surgery of the rectum, anus and perineum
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat32592
Andrew P. Zbar, Robert D. Madoff, Steven Wexner, editors.
--London:
Springer
, c2013.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
Reconstructive Surgery of the Rectum, Anus and Perineum provides the reader with a didactic discussion of complex problems which require re-operative surgery; including details of preoperative investigation, postoperative follow-up and a detailed operative approach. This comprehensive and detailed text uses a formulated algorithm approach to these complicated cases using operative photographs and composite explanatory line drawings which complement 'how-to' guides in describing the operative te…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Other Authors
- Zbar, Andrew P
- Madoff, Robert D
- Wexner, Steven
- Responsibility
- Andrew P. Zbar, Robert D. Madoff, Steven Wexner, editors
- Place of Publication
- London
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2013
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (xxiii, 606 p. : 236 ill., 116 ill. in color)
- ISBN
- 9781848824133
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Colorectal surgery
- Perineum - surgery
- Reconstructive Surgical Procedures
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Medicine
- Gynecology
- Surgery
- Colon (Anatomy) - Surgery
- Abstract
- Reconstructive Surgery of the Rectum, Anus and Perineum provides the reader with a didactic discussion of complex problems which require re-operative surgery; including details of preoperative investigation, postoperative follow-up and a detailed operative approach. This comprehensive and detailed text uses a formulated algorithm approach to these complicated cases using operative photographs and composite explanatory line drawings which complement 'how-to' guides in describing the operative technical tips and pitfalls from experienced commentators. Reconstructive Surgery of the Rectum, Anus and Perineum, is written by leading world experts in the field of colorectal surgery and is a valuable and timely resource for colorectal surgeons and colorectal trainees alike. In addition, general surgeons will be interested in the specialist nature of dealing with difficult colorectal complications dealt with in this unique textbook.
- Contents
- 1. The Role of Conventional Radiography -- 2. Defaecography -- 3. Endoluminal Endosonography (Including 3D) -- 4. Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Anorectal Diseases -- 5. Endoscopic Evaluation in Colorectal Re-operation -- 6. Manometry, Compliance Assessment, and Neurophysiologic Testing in the Reoperative Case -- 7. Vector Volume Manometry and Neurophysiologic Assessment in the Reoperative Case: Recommendations -- 8. Surgical Aspects of Rectal Reconstruction – Alternatives in the Ultralow Anastomosis -- 9. Neorectal Reservoirs and Their Revision -- 10. Reconstructing the Irradiated Rectum -- 11. Resection of Recurrent Rectal Cancer -- 12. Exenterative Surgery and Reconstruction -- 13. Reoperative Surgery after a Primary Laparoscopic Approach -- 14. Troubleshooting the Difficult Laparoscopic Case -- 15. Considerations in the Robotic Case -- 16. Total Anorectal Reconstruction -- 17. Medical Management of Anal Intraepithelial Neoplasia -- 18. Salvage Surgery of Recurrent Anal Cancer -- 19. Dysplasia in Inflammatory Bowel Disease -- 20. Surgical Considerations in Reoperative Pouch-Anal Anastomosis -- 21. Reoperative Surgery in Colonic Crohn's Disease -- 22. Managing Perianal Crohn's Disease -- 23. Surgery for the Failed Ileorectal or Caecorectal Anastomosis in Chronic Constipation -- 24. The Malone Procedure and its Variants -- 25. Managing the Megarectum -- 26. Failed Rectocele Repair -- 27. Troubleshooting the Starr Procedure -- 28. Rectocele and Recto-Enterocele: The Gynecologist's Perspective -- 29. Repeat Sphincteroplasty -- 30. The Failed Dynamic Graciloplasty -- 31. Troubleshooting Problems after Artificial Bowel Sphincter Implantation -- 32. Surgical Alternatives in Anal Sphincter Reconstruction -- 33. Approaches to Internal Anal Sphincter Augmentation -- 34. Autologous Neosphincters and Novel Technologies for Fecal Incontinence -- 35. The Problematic Sacral Neuromodulation -- 36. Reoperation in Recurrent Complex Anal Fistula -- 37. Managing Adult Anterior Anus and Anovestibular Fistula -- 38. Reoperative Surgery for Rectovaginal Fistula -- 39. Management of Rectourethral Fistula -- 40. Tailoring Therapy for Recurrent Anal Fissure -- 41. Anal Canal Resurfacing in Anal Stenosis -- 42. Perineal Resurfacing and Reconstruction -- 43. Stomal Revision, Resiting, and Closure -- 44. Managing Parastomal Hernia -- 45. Problems in Hartmann's Reconstruction -- 46. Reoperative Surgery for the Complicated Pediatric Stoma -- 47. Anesthetic Considerations in Reoperative Colorectal and Anal Surgery: The Role of an Enhanced Recovery Program -- 48. Reoperation in Complicated Diverticular Disease -- 49. Surgical Considerations in Anastomotic Dehiscence -- 50. Retrorectal Tumors -- 51. Approaches to Failed Rectal Prolapse Surgery -- 52. Managing Recurrent Pilonidal Disease -- 53. Surgical Considerations in Colorectal Endometriosis -- 54. Medicolegal Aspects of Reoperative and Reconstructive Rectal, Anal and Perineal Surgery.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
Socio-Ecological Dimensions of Infectious Diseases in Southeast Asia
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/provcat39556
Serge Morand, Jean-Pierre Dujardin, Régine Lefait-Robin, Chamnarn Apiwathnasorn, editors.
--Singapore:
Springer
, c2015.
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Location
- Online
This book pursues a multidisciplinary approach in order to evaluate the socio-ecological dimensions of infectious diseases in Southeast Asia. It includes 18 chapters written by respected researchers in the fields of history, sociology, ecology, epidemiology, veterinary sciences, medicine and the environmental sciences on six major topics: (1) Infectious diseases and societies, (2) Health, infectious diseases and socio-ecosystems; (3) Global changes, land use changes and vector-borne diseases; (…
- Available Online
- View e-Book
- Responsibility
- Serge Morand, Jean-Pierre Dujardin, Régine Lefait-Robin, Chamnarn Apiwathnasorn, editors
- Place of Publication
- Singapore
- Publisher
- Springer
- Date of Publication
- c2015
- Physical Description
- 1 online resource (ix, 338 p. : 45 illus.)
- ISBN
- 9789812875273
- 9789812875266 (print ed.)
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Communicable Diseases
- Ecological and Environmental Phenomena
- Health Policy
- Socioeconomic Factors
- Tropical Medicine
- Other Subjects
- Asia, Southeastern
- Abstract
- This book pursues a multidisciplinary approach in order to evaluate the socio-ecological dimensions of infectious diseases in Southeast Asia. It includes 18 chapters written by respected researchers in the fields of history, sociology, ecology, epidemiology, veterinary sciences, medicine and the environmental sciences on six major topics: (1) Infectious diseases and societies, (2) Health, infectious diseases and socio-ecosystems; (3) Global changes, land use changes and vector-borne diseases; (4) Monitoring and data acquisition; (5) Managing health risks; and (6) Developing strategies. The book offers a valuable guide for students and researchers in the fields of development and environmental studies, animal and human health (veterinarians, physicians), ecology and conservation biology, especially those with a focus on Southeast Asia.
- Contents
- 1. Introduction to socio-ecological dimensions of infectious diseases and health in Southeast Asia. -- Part 1. Infectious Diseases and Societies -- 2. Climate, environment and epidemic febrile diseases: A view from Chinese medicine -- 3. Long life of people living with HIV/AIDS and the practice of medical power -- 4. Socio-environmental global changes and infectious diseases: Interdisciplinary approach applied to tourism studies -- Part 2. Socio-Ecosystems and Health -- 5. Heavy metals contamination in the ecosystem of Mae Tang reservoir in Northern Thailand -- 6. Water and health: What is the risk and visible burden of the exposure to environmental contaminations? Insights from a questionnaire-based survey in Northern Thailand -- 7. Melioidosis in Laos -- Part 3. Global Changes, Land Use Changes and Vector-Borne Diseases -- 8. Adaptation of mosquito vectors to salinity and its impact on mosquito-borne disease transmission in the South and Southeast Asian tropics -- 9. The malaria landscape: Mosquitoes, transmission, landscape, insecticide resistance and integrated control in Thailand -- 10. Rubber plantations as a mosquito box amplification in South and South-East Asia -- Part 4. Monitoring and Data Acquisition -- 11. Rescuing public health data -- 12. The new science of metagenomics and the challenges of its use in both developed and developing countries -- 13. Barcoding, biobanking, e banking: From ecological to ethical and legal aspects. Insights from the PathodivSEA project -- Part 5. Managing Health Risks -- 14. Methods for prioritization of diseases: Case study of zoonoses in South-East Asia -- 15. Managing global risks: Vietnamese poultry farmers and avian flu -- 16. The OIE Strategy to address threats at the interface between humans, animals and ecosystems -- Part 6. Developing Strategies -- 17. Business for biodiversity and ecosystem services -- 18. Bridging the gap between conservation and health -- 19. Implementation of the One Health Strategy: Lessons learnt from community based natural resource programs for communities' empowerment and equity within an ecohealth approach.
- Format
- e-Book
- Location
- Online
