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Diagnostic Radiology: Recent Advances and Applied Physics in Imaging Author: Arun Kumar Gupta MD MNAMS FAMS Veena Chowdhury MD Niranjan Khandelwal MD Dip NBE FICR Price Rs. 1595 ISBN 978-93-5090-497-8 Edition 2/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 436 Size 8.5" X 11" Cover Type Hard Back Key Features In the year 1996, a unique venture was jointly initiated by the faculty of Radiodiagnosis at AIIMS, MAMC and PGI to organize continuing medical education programs based on a series of imaging courses. An integral part of this endeavor was publish books covering all organ systems. The aim was to provide state-of-the-art knowledge to postgraduates and practicing radiologists along with establishing a uniform pattern of teaching in Radiology across the country. The first series of seven imaging courses was successfully completed in the year 2000. The second series of these courses was then initiated in October 2002 and was completed in 2004. This was also very successful and the accompanying books achieved wide readership. Phenomenal technological advances and innovations in the last few years have prompted and necessitated a third series of these courses and the reorganization of the accompanying books. The third series was, therefore, started in 2008 of which six courses have already been successfully completed. The present course and its accompanying book is devoted to Recent Advances and Applied Physics in Imaging and contains 29 chapters. This topic was not covered as a separate course and book volume in the second series. Compared to the First Edition on Advances in Imaging Technology, which was part of the first series; the contents of the Second Edition have been significantly reorganized and enhanced, with addition of several new topics. We have attempted to include the advancements in equipment, devices and applications in all major modalities ranging from plain radiography to MRI. The basics of devices in intervention have also been included. Target Audience Hope that this book will help to enhance the imaging course series, and prove useful to radiologists in training and practice; as well to technologists as a valuable reference.

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Master Pass in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Author: Hiralal Konar (HONS AND GOLD MEDALLIST), MBBS (CAL), MD (PGI), DNB (INDIA) MNAMS, FICOG, FACS (US), FRCOG (LONDON) Price Rs. 695 ISBN 978-93-5025-721-0 Edition 1/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 614 Size 6.75" X9.5" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview ‘Master Pass’ is designed to provide comprehensive review of management issues covering the key areas in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Textbook knowledge has got no alternative. But failure of clinical application of the same, makes the examination performance poor. ‘Master Pass’ focuses polishing examination performances to improve the chance of passing the theory, clinical, as well as the table viva-voce part of the examination. Case-based and topic-based discussions have been made to provide the updated and evidencebased information to the candidate. ‘Master Pass’ addresses the new format of examination system currently persued all over the world. Extensive discussions have been made with Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs), Extended Matching Questions (EMQs) and Short Answer Questions (SAQs). Model approach with questions and answers in all the above-mentioned areas have been made and these are of distinct value. This book aims to help the candidate to test and assess their knowledge and to find out the areas of weakness. Key Features • Based on new format of examination system • Focussed on evidence-based knowledge • Presents model practice for OSCEs, MCQs, SAQs, EMQs • Provides authoritative and up-to-date information with references • Concise answers to even complex questions • Language throughout the text is simple, lucid and unambiguous • Enriches with numerous tables, boxes, photographs, imaging studies and graphs • Indispensible for trainee residents, for different postgraduate examinations • Different colour codes for readers’ convenience • Essential for residents, postgraduates, consultant gynaecologists, and nursing specialists • Online access through www.hiralalkonkar.com for more information. Target Audience Essentials for Residents, Postgraduates, Consultant Gynaecologists, and Nursing Specialists.

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Manual of Histoid Leprosy Author: Virendra N Sehgal MD FNASc FAMS FRAS (London) Price Rs. 395 ISBN 978-93-5090-515-9 Edition 1/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 120 Size 4.5" X 7" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview Histoid leprosy is a well-known entity, the impact of which on the global leprosy elimination program has been a topic of dialogue. Hence, it is befitting to have a rich didactic contents for teaching, learning and research. It is now sitting cozy over the continuous leprosy spectrum. In fact, it forms its 8th component. The transformation of multibacillary (MB) leprosy is widely acclaimed and recognized globally, while conversion of indeterminate, a passing phase in natural history of leprosy, has never been highlighted, though it is a plausible proposition. Currently, it seems to possess multi-and pauci-bacillary components. Indeed, the latter is intriguing and should be worked up in the future. The black and white photographs are retained. In addition, a color atlas has been incorporated to facilitate the comprehension of the clinical connotation and its instant diagnosis. Slit-skin smear examination, as an office procedure, may facilitate the diagnosis. Its confirmation, however, is required through salient microscopic pathology. The addition of the color atlas may amicably meet the diagnostic requirements. The transformed format incorporating the elaboration of step-by-step execution of various facts so dear to the entity, warranting up-to-date literature alerts. The current document, for all intents and purposes, should therefore serve as an enriched resource material for education. Key Features The impact of the histoid leprosy on the post-global leprosy elimination era is perceptibly magnified. It is, therefore, relevant to form the details of the entity This object has been achieved through step-by-step details of the entity like clinical and bacteriological features of M. leprae, cyto-histopathology and immunological profile. The diagnostic criteria are highlighted to facilitate its ultimate management. Besides, it carries a color atlas for instant diagnosis

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Donovanosis (Granuloma Inguinale) Author: Virendra N Sehgal MD FNASc FAMS FRAS (London) Price Rs. 495 ISBN 978-93-5090-514-2 Edition 2/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 170 Size 4.5" X 7" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview Ever since the publication of the first edition, there has been an incessant and irresistible temptation to update the same. In the meantime, the entity had gathered considerable awareness and momentum to eradicate donovanosis/granuloma inguinale altogether from across the globe, because it is one of the most pre-eminent genitoulcerative diseases to facilitate the transition of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Several scintillating reports focusing attention on this particular issue has found their way into the literature. In fact, an overwhelming evidencebased literature is now available on the subject. It is, therefore, pertinent to take stock of the prevalent situation dwelling on various facets of the disease in the light of literature alert. The current recount is an endeavor in this direction. Once again an updated enlarged version of the book is made available along with color atlas depicting its salient morphological undertones for its precise instant diagnosis.

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Pani's Filariasis Author: Sankarsan Pani MBBS (Hons) MS (Surgery) Price Rs. 395 ISBN 978-93-5025-477-0 Edition 3/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 116 Size 4.5" X 7" Cover Type Paper Back Key Features • First book of its kind, which can be used for reference as well as text. • Most useful for undergraduate and postgraduate course. • Chapter on pathology of filariasis contributed by Dr. TM Mohapatra, a well-name in the field. • A must for every medical student. Target Audience Undergraduate and Postgraduate Medical Students.

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GEMS: A Golden Endeavor for Medical Students Author: Liyakkath Ali M MBBS Muhammed Noufal Poongadan MBBS Jafar Niyas P MBBS Shameej KV MBBS Muhammed Navas NK MBBS Price Rs. 495 ISBN 978-93-5090-508-1 Edition 2/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 468 Size 8.5" X 11" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview Final year MBBS has become an increasingly tough year with lots of topics, clinical cases and management. So it becomes very important to master the essential cases with correct management to pass this hurdle.GEMS is an effort from the medical students of 50th Batch of Calicut Medical College, Calicut, Kerala, India, who had felt the hardships of final MBBS and the utmost need for such a manual. A book meant to cover all the relevant areas in short time as it is almost impossible to pick the gems from the ocean floor in such a short notice. Target Audience Final Year MBBS Students.

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Practical Standard Prescriber Author: (Late) LC Gupta MD FAMS DSc (Hon) Kusum Gupta PhD (Hon) Abhitabh Gupta MD DMRE Price Rs. 195 ISBN 978-93-5090-472-5 Edition 8/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 526 Size 4.25" X 5.5" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview The drug world is expanding at a very fast pace. New drugs are continuously being added and obsolete ones are withdrawn. Age old regimens which once enjoyed mass acceptance and reputation are being replaced with newer concepts. A busy practitioner or a new incumbent to the profession should keep himself abreast of these developments and reorient himself to the changing circumstances. Drug resistance is frequently being encountered and is the main cause of treatment failure. In this small work, attempt has been made to enumerate the standard drugs to be prescribed for a particulardisease. In case of intolerance or drugs resistance, alternative regimens are also inserted. However, the choice of drugs depends upon the treating physician. Over prescription is certainly to be avoided and drug abuse is to be kept at minimum. Doctor shopping is a common feature of the present time. Readymade prescription is available across the counter from mini modified doctors and there is no need to present the patient before the doctor. Such a trend is certainly hazardous. Correct dosage, duration of therapy, contraindications, adverse reactions, drug interactions, side effects and toxicity should be kept in mind while writing a prescription. The economic status of the patient and Key Features The need of eighth edition of the Practical Standard Prescriber was felt because of lots of changes in the field of drugs, diseases, and diagnostic methods have taken place in the recent past. In this revised edition, an intensive effort has been made to provide an up-to-date information on new drugs, their contraindications, with alternative suggestions in cases of drug resistance and intolerance. Other points to be kept in mind like duration of therapy, adverse reactions, side effects, and toxicity, which are important considerations while prescribing, are easily accessible in this edition. The signs and symptoms and laboratory findings for easy reference for diagnosis and prescription are also incorporated. The thrust on cost-effective medicines is primarily kept in mind and costlier drugs are given second preference. Some new drugs for diseases, such as iron deficiency and megaloblastic anemias, prostitis, eosinophilia, leprosy, certain bones and joint as well as gynecologic and endocrinologic diseases, etc. have been included. The book serves as a good reference guide for students, residents, and practitioners. Target Audience Students, Residents and Practitioners.

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MCQs in Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing Author: Jyoti Rajesh Thakur MSc Nursing (Obs & Gyne), (Gold Medalist) Price Rs. 175 ISBN 978-93-5090-511-1 Edition 1/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 226 Size 5.5" X 8.5" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview The book contains more than 500 MCQs. The main strength of this is the questions are prepared based on different domains of learning and levels of learning in each domain. It will motivate the readers to do critical thinking for solving the questions. It would even help them to apply the theory knowledge to clinical practice based on scientific rationale. Also the book would be useful to the nursing teachers for achieving the objectives of teaching-learning process. Key Features • The book contains more than 500 multiple choice questions. • The multiple choice questions are prepared based on the Indian Nursing Council (INC) syllabus. • All questions are grouped as per the given units. • The rational choices given for the correct and wrong options are scientific, in depth, comprehensive and easy to understand. • The questions are prepared based on different domains of learning and levels of learning in each domain. • Correlation is done between theory and practical. Target Audience Nursing Students.

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Synopsis of Pathology Author: Anoop N MBBS Price Rs. 295 ISBN 978-93-5090-475-6 Edition 1/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 282 Size 5.5" X 8" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview Synopsis of Pathology is a one-of-a-kind book that aims to equip its readers with a comprehensive knowledge of this vast subject from a single read. Based mostly on ‘Robbins Basic Pathology’ and other standard textbooks, Synopsis has been presented in a manner that would help its readers to confront the new second MBBS exam pattern with confidence. The simple but precise text has been supplemented with several flow charts, illustrations and essential pictures that expedite understanding of the subject. Clinical pathology notes and a set of 50 clinical essay questions mostly from previous University question papers is also unique to this book. Key Features • Includes various selected, standard exam-oriented questions and answers • Mainly emphasizes on the new pattern of examination • Contains 50 clinical essay questions and their diagnosis • Most of the topics have been simplified into flow charts • Essential pictures are also included • Also includes 'clinical pathology' notes, which have been prepared from various laboratory textbooks and that will be a great help to the readers for the examination • Gives a basic knowledge about the subject and equips one for the examination. Target Audience MBBS Students.

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Nursing Foundation Author: BT Basavanthappa MN PhD Price Rs. 795 ISBN 978-93-5090-526-5 Edition 1/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 978 Size 8.5" X 11" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview The book has a flavor of its own both in scope and content. The major thrust has been emphasized to make this book more students friendly catering to their requirement of course. Topics have been explained according to the syllabus. Each chapter in the book is self-contained and serves the purposes of the course. Subject areas have been regrouped and made more concise and relevant to the needs of today’s students. Utmost care has been taken to ensure that this book continued to be valuable and serve the nursing community. Key Features This book entitled Nursing Foundation is based on course and curricula of nursing students. It is designed to provide nursing students with the knowledge and skill they need to become competent, think critically and possess the sensitivity to become caring nurses. In this changing world on healthcare delivery system, nurses will need broad knowledge to provide the expert care needed in nursing profession. In view of these changes, this title is organized into 24 chapters. Ideally, the text is flowed sequentially, but every effort has been made to respect the differing needs of diverse curricula and students. Thus, each chapter stands on its own merit and may be read independently of others. Every attempt has been made to maintain simple and lucidity of language and style, so that students can grasp the subject very clearly and completely. Target Audience Nursing Students

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Stop Female Feticide: The Preconception and Prenatal Diagnostic Techniques Author: Ramesh Verma MBBS MD (Community Medicine) Price Rs. 175 ISBN 978-93-5090-503-6 Edition 1/e Publish Year 2013 Pages 134 Size 4.75" X 6" Cover Type Paper Back Quick Overview The Prenatal Diagnostic Techniques Act and Rules have been amended keeping in view the emerging technologies for selection of sex before and after conception and problems faced in the working of implementation of the Act and certain directions of Hon’ble Supreme Court. These amendments have come into operation with effect from 14th February, 2003. This book contains full detail of the Preconception and Prenatal Diagnostic Techniques (prohibition of sex selection) Act, 1994 and amended up-to-date. Key Features • Contains details of the Preconception and Prenatal Diagnostic Techniques (Prohibition of Sex Selection) Act, 1994 and amend up-to-date. • Useful to undergraduate and postgraduate medical students. • Helpful to radiologists, private practitioners, medical fraternity and other concerned persons. • Provides information for NGOs and volunteers working for menace female feticide, social workers and advocates. • Written in clear, lucid, straight forward and easy-to-grasp language. Target Audience Medical Students, Radiologists, Private Practitioners and Other Concerned Persons.