By
- Drew A. Torigian, MD, MA, Drew A. Torigian, MD, MA, Department of Radiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
- Mary Kitazono, Mary T. Kitazono, MD, Department of Radiology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
This relatively small book (285 pages) pulls together all of the recent advances in the science of bilirubin and the prevention of bilirubin encephalopathy in neonates. Edited by three of the foremost authorities on this topic and written by 24 worldwide experts, the book presents in very readable fashion the most up-to-date science and clinical aspects of neonatal jaundice.
Purpose
It is intended for both clinicians and investigators as a basis for present day treatment and a stimulus for further investigation. While jaundice is perhaps the most common symptom in neonates, the syndrome of bilirubin neurotoxicity is relatively rare, affecting 1:50,000 to 1 in 200,000 newborns each year. Recent guidelines and reviews as well as alerts from healthcare organizations have focused attention on this problem as potentially preventable. However, not since 1980, when Dr. O’Dell published a book on neonatal hyperbilirubinemia, has this type of comprehensive review been available. The authors have certainly met their objectives in creating this essential reference.
Audience
The audience includes any healthcare providers who treat newborns or who are interested in the science of bilirubin. The writing is clear and concise and the illustrations and tables, many in color, are easy to understand and complement the text. The editors are internationally known experts in this field and the international group of contributors have similar qualifications.
Features
The 13 chapters review the science of bilirubin (genetics, biochemistry, transport, and metabolism) and then the clinical aspects of jaundice management including epidemiology, public policy, phototherapy, and other treatments. An excellent review of the biochemistry of bilirubin toxicity is complemented by a full chapter on kernicterus. The easy-to-read text is complemented by some wonderful color drawings and photomicrographs. I could find no serious omissions from this comprehensive review.
Assessment
Although every general neonatal textbook has a chapter on hyperbilirubinemia and there have been several comprehensive reviews in major journals over the last decade, there has not been a complete review of this type for over 30 years. This book is strongly recommended to all healthcare providers who care for neonates.
Dear admin, I have a very very important request for my exam in July:
ABDOMINAL IMAGING , Bernd HAMM, Pablo R. ROS (Eds.); 2013 in 4 (or 5?) volumes; Springer.
Can you upload it as soon as available? This book will be very useful. Thanks
That book is not yet published :(. I can not get it :(.
Sorry!!! (Springer reports “Due: May 2013” for digital edition)
Can you post it when available? Thank you very much for your great work!
Yes sure
Dear admin, ABDOMINAL IMAGING, Hamm, Ros 2013 in 4 volumes Springer is “ready for online access” (from Springer link). Can you upload it? Thanks
http://radiology.downloadmedicalbook.com/3297/abdominal-imaging-4-volume-set.html
Admin i want to know if u can get books in spanish?? please tell me … thanks!!!!!!
http://radiology.downloadmedicalbook.com/tag/espanol
Hi Admin do u have Netter correlative anatomy : Neuroanatomy ?
There is no book with this title. Please check again