Actualización práctica en la evaluación y el tratamiento del dolor en perros y gatos

INDICE: Introducción. Pruebas analíticas que precisan modificaciones dietéticas: test de tolerancia oral a la glucosa; determinación de grasas en heces; hemorragias ocultas; ácido 5-hidroxi-indol-acético; ácido vanilmandélico; dieta pobre en yodo para exploraciones de tirtoides; dieta con mínimo residuo. Ayuno previo: pruebas diagnósticas; ayuno preoperatorio. Resumen. Bibliografía.

Historia. Concepto de DM y procesos afines. Epidemiología. Clasificación. Fisiología del metabolismo hidrocarbonado: fisiología de la glucosa; fisiología de la insulina. Etipatogenia de la DM1: factores genéticos; factores ambientales; la autoinmunidad como base patogénica de la DM tipo 1. Etipatogenia de la DM2. Nuevas teorías patogénicas sobre el origen del daño de la célula B en la DM2. Diagnóstico del trastorno hidrocarbonado y del tipo de DM. Hiperglucemia intrahospitalaria. Bibliografía.

The premier reference in obstetrics for more than a century – now even more relevant to today's practice Williams Obstetrics is the most detailed, comprehensive, and rigorously referenced text on the subject. Written by an author team from the world-renowned Parkland Hospital, the hallmarks of this classic are its thoroughness, scientific basis, and practical applicability for the obstetrician at the bedside. This edition of Williams Obstetrics continues to emphasize the scientific-based underpinnings and evidence-based practices of the specialty. This is accomplished by using incorporating ...

Endometriosis is a common and serious disease that is estimated to cost the world economy $9.7 billion a year. Most of these costs come from lost productivity at work. As such, it is important to help women receive earlier diagnosis and more effective treatment. This book presents a comprehensive overview of endometriosis, including information on molecular diagnostics and imaging methods for early detection as well as new, less-invasive treatments that preserve women’s fertility.