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The book covers all aspects of immune-mediated diseases of the muscle and nerve, which are a group of complex diseases, whose diagnosis needs a team of specialists in the field of neuropathology, immunopathology, neurology, and rheumatology. Nerve and muscle biopsy evaluation is invaluable in distinguishing immune-mediated from etiologies and therefore, despite being invasive, pathological evaluation of nerve and muscle has stood the test of time. Chapters cover all the essential aspects of each disease entity viz. the pathogenesis, clinical features, diagnostic armamentarium, and guidelines for diagnosis and management. It is supplemented with full-colorful illustrations and photomicrographs for better comprehension. It includes a chapter highlighting the current progress in the field of immune-mediated myopathies and neuropathies as it is a rapidly evolving field with the addition of many new entities.This clinically oriented book serves as a primer for general histopathologists as well as a practice guide for neuropathologists. It is also relevant for neurologists and rheumatologists and encourages young medical students, residents, and research scholars in the field of neuropathology, neurology, and rheumatology to get involved in active research.

This autobiography chronicles the life and career of Haralampos M. Moutsopoulos, an internationally renowned professor of medicine and prolific researcher on Sjögren¿s syndrome and autoimmune rheumatic diseases. In language that is simple and direct, he takes us on a fascinating journey from the days of his first scientific awakenings at a hospital in his native town of Ioannina, Greece, through his university years in Athens and training in the U.S., to his eventual return to his homeland. In Greece, he developed two centers of excellence in his field, first at the newly founded University of Ioannina Medical School Department of Internal Medicine and, second, at the Athens University Medical School, Department of Pathophysiology, where he taught until his retirement in 2011. Along the way, he introduces us to his teachers and mentors, and to the colleagues and students he mentored in turn, many of whom went on to assume high-ranking positions in Greece and abroad. A major theme throughout the book is his impassioned struggle for excellence, meritocracy, and transparency in universities and in the National Health System in Greece. Peppered with both amusing and unsettling incidents from this lifelong crusade to raise professional standards and against misconduct, the book is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about or entering the medical profession.

This open access book provides an overview of the International Map of Axial Spondyloarthritis (IMAS) project -focusing on Europe-, a wide-ranging, multi-disciplinary collaboration between academic groups, Health Care Professionals (HCPs), patient organizations and Novartis. IMAS was conceived to improve knowledge of Axial Spondyloarthritis (axSpA) and raise awareness of its heavy burden globally. By asking more than 2,000 patients across Europe about the impact of axSpA on multiple aspects of their life, the full extent of this disease was investigated from a direct patient perspective. This allowed a unique understanding of how living with axSpA affects the daily lives and well-being of patients, and how this varies between European countries.Axial Spondyloarthritis: Patient-Reported Impact in Europe highlights opportunities for progressing quality patient care to be applied to health services globally. HCPs, policy makers and patients willfind this book to be an indispensable resource for improving the understanding of this chronic condition, including patients' clinical outcomes, the protection of those at risk of psychological distress, and the economic burden on patients and society.

This book describes the varying clinical manifestations of postural tachycardia syndrome (PoTS) and provides a robust yet practical set of clinical tools for those managing patients suffering with this syndrome. Guidance is provided by a range of disciplines relevant to PoTS including general and specialist assessments, associated conditions, diagnostic considerations, therapy and service models. Postural Tachycardia Syndrome: A Concise and Practical Guide to Management and Associated Conditions presents the scientific background and practical information for the busy medical professional, illustrating key features with care-based materials to help them manage this condition, which can be a challenge for patients and clinicians alike.

In diesem Buch präsentieren 38 renommierte Orthopäden 38 beeindruckende Langzeitverläufe in der operativen Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie:· Das Nicht-Kennen-Wollen unserer Langzeitresultate ist wie das Verdrängen unseres eigenen beruflichen Werdeganges.· Aus der Langzeitdokumentation holen wir unsere Sicherheit, dem medizinisch-industriellen Komplex mit all seinen kurzlebigen technischen Neuerungen gegenüber kritisch zu sein.· Das Erarbeiten von Langzeitresultaten manifestiert die hohe Eigenverantwortung, die wir unseren Patienten gegenüber haben.Ein Plädoyer für mehr Engagement bei Archivierung und Analyse von Langzeitverläufen!

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Autoimmunity, characterized by autoreactive lymphocytes and autoantibodies, is the consequence of a failure to discriminate between self and non-self, and autoimmune diseases are an increasing threat to people living in the industrialized countries. Autoimmune disorders are treatable, but not curable, and patients can face disability at later stages of the disease. Thus, there is a medical and economic need for new concepts and treatments in autoimmune disorders. New concepts and treatments can only be achieved by an interdisciplinary approach bringing together expertise, technologies, and clinical experience. The workshop focused on multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis and type I diabetes, and discussed conventional drug therapies, gene therapy, cell and tissue transplantation therapies, and first treatments using blood stem cells for reprogramming the patients' immune system.

Perfect for both in-training and established general and musculoskeletal radiologists and clinicians, Musculoskeletal  MRI Structured Evaluation: How to Efficiently Fill the Reporting Checklist, 2nd Edition, provides structured checklists for interpreting and reporting a full range of musculoskeletal MRI examinations. But this hands-on resource doesn’t stop there—Drs. Avneesh Chhabra and Theodoros Soldatos also describe exactly how to use these detailed templates and incorporate them into clinical practice.  Each chapter is dedicated to a separate joint or specific group of entities and includes the reporting template along with a step-by-step description and imaging examples of the entire spectrum of the related pathologies. - Provides concise, detailed, and easy-to-read information on image interpretation with an emphasis on clinical decision making and effective communication - Discusses the advantages of using structured templates; latest protocols for different musculoskeletal MRI examinations, answering the questions of the referring physician; how to fill in the structured template using a checklist approach; and how to arrive at the most relevant diagnostic impression - Focuses on the most common clinical scenarios encountered in daily practice, and summarizes various related syndromes at the end of the chapters - Offers numerous high-quality imaging examples, all fully up to date for this edition, and contains a new chapter on the hand and the foot

Die Kapillarmikroskopie ist seit langer Zeit gut etablierte Untersuchungsmöglichkeit, mit der vor allem Erkrankungen aus dem rheumatischen Formenkreis differenzialdiagnostisch auf mikrovasckulärer Ebene abgeklärt werden können. In diesem Buch werden die Grundlagen der Untersuchung, die pathologisch-anatomischen Hintergründe, die Geschichte sowie die aktuellen wissenschaftlichen Entwicklungen dieser Untersuchungstechnik dargestellt. Es kann eine Hilfestellung für diejenigen sein, die erstmals die Kapillarmikroskopie anwenden- oder es kann als Begleiter für diejenigen dienen, die diese Methode regelmäßig anwenden und bei denen dabei unterschiedliche Fragen auftauchen.Alle AutorInnen dieses Buches sind regelmässig ReferentInnen bei Kapillarmikroskopiekursen und haben bereits zahlreiche wissenschaftliche Publikationen zu dem Thema veröffentlicht.

Die systemische Autoimmunerkrankung SLE ist durch variable Organmanifestationen gekennzeichnet, und ihre Behandlung war lange Zeit weitgehend ungezielt. In den letzten Jahren konnten beim Management des systemischen Lupus erythematodes wichtige Fortschritte erzielt werden, die eine Überarbeitung dieses Buches erforderlich gemacht haben.In die nun vorliegende 5. Auflage sind diese Entwicklungen eingeflossen, sie berücksichtigt u.a. die mittlerweile für den SLE zugelassenen Biologika, die Therapieoptionen bei Lupusnephritis sowie die neuen EULAR-Empfehlungen.Dieses Buch gibt einen umfassenden Überblick über den heutigen Stand des SLE-Managements und vermittelt dem Leser die wesentlichen Grundlagen zur Behandlung dieser komplexen Erkrankung.

Epigenetics, as well as all -omics fields of study, such as transcriptomics, proteomics and metabolomics, have caused a revolution in all branches of medicine in recent years. This book provides a detailed evidence-based overview of the latest developments in how the recent acquisitions on the human genome and epigenome is relevant, and how it impacts our understanding of rare diseases of the immune system. The first part features the evolving thread from genetics to epigenetics, their molecular basis, endocrine disruptors, as well as chapters devoted to the fetal programming hypothesis and functional basis of neurodevelopment, and the placenta as originating element. Successive chapters include contributions on the impact of epigenetics on cancer, as well as a comprehensive array of disorders as autoimmune disorders, allergic and metabolic diseases, systemic vasculitis, aging and inflammatory diseases, neurological and psychiatric conditions. The overview closes with considerations on the "-Omics" revolution and precision medicine, and the reflection of epigenetics on the microbiome.By providing guidance on how the latest information can be applied by the medical practitioner in day-to-day clinical practice, and collating the latest developments in rare diseases treatments to the "omics" that are relevant for the clinician while advocating for a patient-centered approach, Epigenetics and Rare Diseases will be a valued resource for clinicians, healthcare professionals, and patient associations.

This volume provides an up-to-date and comprehensive review of Imaging of the Hand and Wrist. In the first part of the book, the various techniques employed when imaging the hand and wrist are discussed in detail. Individual chapters are devoted to radiography, computed tomography, ultrasound and MRI. The second part then highlights the application of these techniques to the diverse diseases encountered in the hand and wrist region. Among the many topics addressed are congenital and developmental abnormalities, trauma, metabolic bone disease, infection, arthritis and tumors. Each chapter is written by an acknowledged expert in the field and a wealth of illustrative material is included. This book will be of great value to radiologists, orthopedic surgeons and other clinicians with an interest in the hand and wrist pathology.

100 Cases in Clinical Medicine presents 100 scenarios commonly seen by medical students and junior doctors in the emergency or outpatient department, on the ward or in the community setting. Each case begins with a succinct summary of the patient's history, examination and initial investigation. The text includes photographs where relevant and questions on the diagnosis and management of each case. The answers provide a detailed discussion on each topic, with further illustration where appropriate. Most of the cases included are common problems, but the book also includes more unusual cases to illustrate specific points and to emphasise that rare things do present occasionally and to prepare the student or trainee for these. The cases are arranged within clinical systems and specialties, though of course there may be significant overlap between these since symptoms such as breathlessness and pain may relate to many different clinical problems in various systems.Key Features - Succinct case studies presented in an easy-to-read format, listing patient history, examination and investigations - Questions at the end of each case prompt readers to consider their options for diagnosis, investigation and management - Answer pages then guide readers through the clinician's sequence of thoughts and actions - Illustrations, information boxes and key points summaries reinforce learning, ideal during exam revision - A broad range of common conditions is covered, from chest pain to weight gain, together with more unusual presentations Making speedy and appropriate clinical decisions, and choosing the best course of action to take as a result, are the most important and challenging parts of training to be a doctor. These true-to-life cases will teach students and junior doctors to recognise important clinical symptoms and signs and to develop the diagnostic and management skills needed for the cases they will encounter on the job.

This book synthesizes the current literature on the effects of vaping on voice and discusses the pathophysiology of voice symptoms in affected patients. The detrimental impact of e-cigarette smoking on various systems in the body, including those that affect voice production, is also reviewed. E-cigarette smoking has been shown to impair pulmonary function, which jeopardizes the power source for voice production. It has been associated with an increase in sinonasal and oral symptoms, thus altering voice resonance and quality. Vaping has been linked to reflux disease and esophagitis, putting the defenseless lining of the larynx and pharynx at risk of injury by the gastroduodenal refluxate. Providing insights on the adverse effects of e-cigarette smoking on the phonatory apparatus is of paramount importance, particularly in professional voice users who rely on their voice to make a living. E-Cigarette Smoking, Voice, and Health is addressed to all medical doctors, interns, and health care providers, and in particular to otolaryngologists, laryngologists, speech-language pathologists, and voice therapists.

Sicher in die Facharztprüfung!<BR><BR>Gegliedert nach den neun Schwerpunktbereichen der Inneren Medizin, wird das gesamte Prüfungswissen in Fallbeispielen, Fragen und Antworten dargestellt und so die Prüfungssituation simuliert. Die Fallbeispiele werden durch zahlreiche Patientenbefunde ergänzt, die wie in der Prüfung interpretiert werden müssen. Die Fallstudien sind für die 8. Auflage vollständig überarbeitet und nach neuen Leitlinien aktualisiert worden. Mit Spannung und Spaß erarbeiten Sie sich Frage für Frage das relevante Facharztwissen: - praxisnah- auf dem aktuellsten Stand- an der Weiterbildungsordnung der Landesärztekammern orientiert- auch im klinischen Alltag relevant!Nutzen Sie das fundierte Wissensangebot aus diesem Buch und bestehen Sie sicher die Prüfung!<BR><BR>Ideal für Ärzte und Ärztinnen in Weiterbildung Innere Medizin.

This book contains the essential information required by physicians and bench scientists to understand the definition of a given autoimmune disease and its diagnostic criteria and treatment. Autoimmune diseases are a family of more than one hundred chronic, and often disabling, illnesses that develop when underlying defects in the immune system lead the body to attack its own organs, tissues, and cells. In Autoimmune Disease Diagnosis: Systemic and Organ-specific Diseases, the editors have gathered a critical review by renowned experts of more than 120 autoimmune diseases. A contemporary overview of these conditions with special emphasis on diagnosis is presented.This edition of Autoimmune Disease Diagnosis is divided into two parts, the first covering systemic autoimmune diseases, and the second covering organ-specific autoimmune diseases. They cover all the newly approved classification criteria, such as those for systemic lupus erythematosus, antiphospholipid syndrome, several systemic vasculitis, etc. This edition also reviews newly described systemic autoimmune conditions: immune-mediated necrotizing myopathy, VEXAS, immunoglobulin G4-associated autoimmune disease, autoimmune/autoinflammatory syndrome induced by adjuvants (ASIA), and autoimmune manifestations induced by immune-therapies. Several organ-specific diseases have been added, including autoimmune alopecia and other immune-mediated dermatosis, autoimmune encephalitis, and autoimmune dysautonomia, among others. This is an essential guide to the diagnosis of autoimmune diseases for internists, rheumatologists, clinical immunologists, primary care physicians, and bench scientists.

Fully revised, the new 4th edition of this bestselling title provides a comprehensive review of musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging. Ultrasound scanning details for each joint are described and illustrated using a protocol-driven approach that allows the reader to develop an efficient and comprehensive scanning technique. Examples show transducer placement and resulting normal ultrasound findings, essential anatomy is illustrated and reviewed, and common musculoskeletal pathology is discussed, along with ultrasound imaging examples and videos. Other topics include image optimization, color Doppler imaging, and ultrasound-guided interventional procedures.- Reviews essential anatomy of each joint, including anatomical drawings and illustrations- Details a scanning protocol for each joint, including checklists of important anatomical structures- NEW in this 4th edition: live real-time narrated videos demonstrating scanning protocols for each joint with simultaneous ultrasound imaging- Includes more than 200 NEW and updated images of common musculoskeletal pathology- Features 335 updated and narrated video clips of real-time dynamic ultrasound imaging that provide instruction in a didactic format, highlighting key findings- Includes sample reports of normal and abnormal ultrasound exams that can be used as reporting templates- Reviews common ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal procedures, including transducer placement and needle positioning- Keeps you up to date with thoroughly revised text, references, and images- Provides quick and easy reference with reader-friendly lists, tables, and images- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date

This book provides an easy-going, high-quality and updated work focused on the most common diagnoses of Traumatology and Orthopaedics. It's structured with several sub-headings, including bullet-point tips for basic concepts.Each chapter is focused on a specific pathology and includes the following sub-headings: short introduction, applied anatomy and physiology, prevalence, classification, diagnosis (including anamnesis, physical examination and complementary imaging, from plain x-ray to cross-sectional imaging), treatment (conservative-surgical options), controversies, complications, future directions and author's preference for treatment apart from references. Orthopaedics and Trauma - Current Concepts will be an inspiration to the young orthopaedic resident, fellow or even general orthopaedic surgeon and senior medical student. It will definitely help with their careers and also be a useful tool to prepare for the board certified orthopaedic examination.<BR>