The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Pathology provides an accessible & easy-to-use handbook for medical students & doctors which succinctly explains the pathology behind important & common diseases relevant to the whole range of medical & surgical specialties. It covers basic general pathological principles & follows a systems-based approach highlighting the most common conditions in each area. Macroscopic & microscopic pathological features are described as well as relevant immunohistochemical molecular & genetic information. Up-to-date staging information is provided for all major malignancies & reference symbols are used to highlight important points & provide quick links between related topics. This essential guide to pathology is an invaluable resource for medical students pathology trainees junior doctors & biomedical scientists. ...

This latest edition of the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties continues its long tradition of providing a unique resource for medical students & junior doctors. It is an excellent companion for anyone who would like an introduction to the medical specialties those who practice across a wide range of specialties or whose field interacts with many other specialties. It is also ideal for those who simply enjoy broadening their medical knowledge knowing that they will be equipped for any eventuality on the ward or in the field! There has been a substantial increase in the number of full-colour images & diagrams helping the reader to develop their diagnostic skills & guiding them along the best course for management of an unprecedented spectrum of conditions from acute glaucoma to zoster infection. Best evidence advances in practice & guidelines are all fully updated including the latest BLS APLS & ATLS approaches. Furthermore it gives practical insight into topics such as major incident management & the assessment of developmental milestones in children. There are also new features throughout the book that help clear the mists from often confusing medical terminology. In combination with its companion volume the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine (with which there is extensive & expansive cross referencing) the eighth edition should be an essential companion for any medical trainee or practitioner with the spirit of self-improvement & a verve for their practice. ...

Now in its 25th year the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties has been revised & updated by a trusted author team to bring you practical up-to-date clinical advice & a unique outlook on the practice of medicine. Twelve books in one this is the ultimate guide to the core clinical specialties for students junior doctors & specialists. This edition features a new & enhanced referencing system guided by a team of junior doctors ensuring that the text is packed with valuable references to the most salient data & guidelines across the specialties. Each chapter has been updated on the advice of a team of specialists to bring you everything you need for any eventuality on the ward or in the field. This essential handbook guides the reader through the management of an unprecedented spectrum of conditions & eventualties from sexual health to major incident management. Compact & filled with high quality artwork directions to further reading & wise advice this book is an ideal resource for revision & reference on the go. With its companion volume the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties offers a unique perspective on the practice of medicine. Filled with wit wisdom & humanity this book draws on literature history & personal experience to teach a philosophy of medicine that always puts the patient at the centre of compassionate care. It is a trustworthy companion for anyone with the spirit of self-improvement & a passion for their practice. ...

Thoroughly revised with a wide range of new topics presentations & a new layout to aid quick reference the new edition of this bestselling Oxford Handbook serves as an accessible pocket reference for junior surgical trainees medical students nursing paramedical & rehabilitation staff. It covers the assessment & preparation of the patient anaesthesia & critical care inflammation wound healing & infection & the key components of general surgical practice as well as chapters on other surgical specialties including plastic paediatric & orthopaedic surgery. There are step by step descriptions of common operative surgical techniques practical hints & procedures & information on signs symptoms & rarities. Emergency presentations are clearly identified for rapid reference & investigations & management plans are set out in a clear & easy to follow way. Surgically relevant anatomy & physiology is provided for each area quick reference symbols ensure the reader is guided to key facts & there is an increased focus on evidence-based practice throughout. A cut above the rest this is the essential guide to clinical surgery & the surgical specialities. ...

The most comprehensive & authoritative single volume text on the subject the fifth edition of the acclaimed Oxford Handbook of Criminology combines masterly reviews of all the key topics with extensive references to aid further research. In addition to the history of the discipline & reviews of different theoretical perspectives the book provides up-to-date reviews of such diverse topics as public views about crime & justice youth crime & justice & state crime & human rights. The fifth edition has been substantially revised & updated so that it covers topics being taught at undergraduate level as well as encapsulating the latest developments in the academic & practical spheres of criminology including reflections on the August 2011 riots. An impressive line-up of contributors experts in their respective fields means the Oxford Handbook of Criminology will continue to be an essential purchase for all students & teachers of criminology & an indispensable resource for professionals. Online Resource Centre * Selected chapters from previous editions * Details about the contributors * Guidance on answering essay questions * Essay questions * Selected further reading * Weblinks * Figures & tables from the text ...

The Oxford Handbook of Dental Nursing serves as a practical easily accessible informative & up-to-date quick reference guide that a dental nurse can use throughout their career from the initial training stage to qualification & beyond. It enables users to find relevant information quickly & will support dental nurses in their everyday work & provide easy access to information they may require in clinical sessions. As well as the basics it highlights the core competencies & contains further information which is of use to qualified dental nurses working in general dental practice in the NHS or private sector dental hospitals & community dental services. The book is aimed primarily at dental nurses & will also be valuable to dental surgeons tutors & assessors to facilitate the learning & development of their students. ...

The Oxford Handbook of Dialysis provides a patient-centred & comprehensive guide to all aspects of dialysis covering everything from patient preparation & details of both haemo- & peritoneal dialysis to continuous haemofiltration techniques & complications of end stage kidney disease. In this new edition all sections have been completely updated with new material on a multitude of topics including haemofiltration monitoring techniques infection prevention new PD fluids trials in haemodialysis & peritoneal dialysis integrated care role of predialysis nurses supportive care care of dying patients pain control & newer drugs such as darbepoietin new vitamin D analogues new anticoagulants & phosphate binders. With new chapters on transplantation & dialysis in Acute Kidney Injury & references to the most up-to-date clinical guidelines this handbook continues to be the essential compact resource for anyone managing patients with end stage renal failure. ...

The Oxford Handbook of Emergency Medicine Fourth Edition & the Oxford Handbook of Pre-Hospital Care are bundled together in a pack that represents excellent value for your money. The combination of two practical handbooks presents a package essential to every doctor with an interest in emergency medicine & pre-hospital care. Fully revised & updated the fourth edition of the Oxford Handbook of Emergency Medicine is the definitive best-selling guide for all of the common conditions that present to the emergency department. Whether you work in emergency medicine or just want to be prepared this book will be your essential guide. Following the latest clinical guidelines & evidence & written & reviewed by experts this handbook will ensure you are up-to-date & have the confidence to deal with all emergency presentations practices & procedures. Following the latest developments in the field such as infection control DNR orders advanced directives & learning disability the book also

Includes:: new sections specifically outlining patient advice & information as well as new & revised vital information on paediatrics & psychiatry. For all junior doctors specialist nurses paramedics clinical students GPs & other allied health professionals this rapid-reference handbook will become a vital companion for both study & practice. The Oxford Handbook of Pre-Hospital Care provides the reader with authoritative evidence-based advice on the assessment & management of pre-hospital care emergencies. It is designed to provide information for all immediate care practitioners including doctors paramedics emergency care practitioners nurses & voluntary aid society members. The Oxford Handbook format & size make its content readily accessible & it can be carried easily in jackets or other personal protective clothing. Each section defines the important clinical features of the named condition &

Includes:: boxes containing essential advice. The treatment section incorporates national & international guidelines & protocols where available & reflects contemporary best practice. Topics include scene safety personal protective equipment basic & advanced life support head injuries chest injuries abdominal & pelvic injuries spinal injuries musculoskeletal injuries medical emergencies mass gathering incidents major incidents burns & all other related problems. The authors have broad experience in pre-hospital care including civilian & military practice in various fields such as medical emergencies road traffic collisions entrapments ballistic trauma & major incidents. This is the essential quick-reference guide to pre-hospital medicine.



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Fully revised & updated the Oxford Handbook of Emergency Medicine is the definitive best-selling guide for all of the common conditions that present to the emergency department. Whether you work in emergency medicine or just want to be prepared this book will be your essential guide. Following the latest clinical guidelines & evidence written & reviewed by experts this handbook will ensure you are up to date & have the confidence to deal with all emergency presentations practices & procedures. In line with the latest developments in the field such as infection control DNR orders advanced directives & learning disability the book also

Includes:: new sections specifically outlining patient advice & information as well as new & revised vital information on paediatrics & psychiatry. For all junior doctors specialist nurses paramedics clinical students GPs & other allied health professionals this rapid-reference handbook will become a vital companion for both study & practice.

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Forensic medicine covers an amazing range of different subjects & no single individual can expect to be an expert in all of them. The Oxford Handbook of Forensic Medicine provides comprehensive coverage of all areas within this complex discipline. Written for specialists & non-specialists alike it will appeal to practising forensic scientists as well as lawyers police officers & forensic science students. It shows how forensic medicine has been used in specific cases enabling the reader to apply their knowledge in real life. A detailed glossary of medical terms helps those without medical training to understand medical reports & practices. This easily-portable guide is essential reading for the busy clinical forensic doctor or nurse & others working at the interface between medicine & law. ...