Nursing

Alzheimer’s Disease Drug Development

Research and Development Ecosystem Jeffrey Cummings | University of Nevada, Las Vegas Provides a definitive overview of the complex ecosystem facilitating Alzheimer’s Disease drug research and development. Demonstrates a drug’s journey from in the lab, clinical trial testing, regulatory review, and marketing by pharmaceutical companies. Details the use of artificial intelligence, clinical trial management, and financing models. • Uniform outline and structure of chapters allows readers to select and digest the information most relevant to them quickly and efficiently. • Provides a definitive overview of the Alzheimer’s disease drug development pipeline, with chapters devoted to the major aspects of drug discovery in sequence. • Tackles a hugely topical subject matter, with almost 6 million

Alzheimer’s patients in the US alone and new treatments needed urgently. • Aimed at the many individuals working in Alzheimer’s disease drug development, the book helps readers understand their role and others’ and how they intersect. This includes scientists involved in clinical trials, funding officials in private and public bodies, biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, as well as students and clinicians working with Alzheimer’s patients. • Provides insight into how a drug such as the recently approved aducanumab is discovered, developed, approved, and marketed.

387pp 2. 2022 9781108838665 Hardback GBP 94.99 / USD 125.00 eISBN 9781108975759

Case Studies in Dementia

Common and Uncommon Presentations Volume 2 Pedro Rosa-Neto | McGill University, Montréal A selection of clinically useful case studies that cover the spectrum of cognitive decline in aging, from mild impairment to dementia, and the multiple causes and treatments. Updated to include new biomarker imaging technology and diagnostic criteria, this book is for trainees and clinicians in neurology, psychiatry and neuropsychology. • This second volume contains updated diagnostic criteria and new biomarker technologies, such as PET amyloid and tau, to enable effective clinical practice • An international authorship ensures that this collection of case studies is comprehensive and globally relevant • Easy-to-read and clearly written, these case studies will inform and assist clinical practice, and ensure clinical knowledge is up to date

Case Studies in Neurology

190pp 60 colour illus. 14 tables 3. 2021 9781316638057 Paperback GBP 38.99 / USD 49.99 eISBN 9781316941294

How to Read an EEG

Neville M. Jadeja This book demystifies the interpretation of EEGs in a quick-reference format for any clinician involved in caring for patients with neurological disease. Presented in three sections, it takes the reader from foundational knowledge to interpretation examples of EEG patterns in a clear, concise, and stepwise approach. • Concise and systematic, this book is quick and easy to read, essential for the busy clinician • Presents a systematic approach to reading and interpreting EEGs, ensuring clinicians have a solid framework to rely on and enabling them to easily identify any clinically important features • Over 200 examples of EEGs illustrate the techniques explained in the book and act as examples for the conditions and results described • Covers the foundational technical knowledge of how EEGs work, helping readers to gain a basic understanding of the technique, which is then built on over the course of the book until readers are confident in reading and interpreting EEGs • Devotes an entire section to examples of EEGs in common clinical scenarios, enabling readers to correlate their findings to clinical indications

268pp 7. 2021 9781108825641 Paperback GBP 39.99 / USD 49.99 eISBN 9781108918923

How We Got to Where We’re Going

Annapurna H. Poduri This Element serves as a welcome to the Cambridge Elements Genetics in Epilepsy series. The history and current state of the field of epilepsy genetics point toward a future of precision Medicine for epilepsy.

Elements in Genetics in Epilepsy

75pp 9. 2021 9781009001205 Paperback GBP 15.00 / USD 20.00 eISBN 9781009000420

Insular Epilepsies

Dang Nguyen | Université de Montréal This unique book provides clinicians with in-depth coverage enabling them to better recognize and treat insular epilepsies. Containing detailed descriptions of anatomy, vascularization, connectivity, and functions of the insula, the semiology and neurophysiology of insular epilepsy as well as a range of treatment avenues are explored. • Entirely devoted to insular cortex epilepsy, this book provides unique, in-depth coverage of the condition lacking in many major epilepsy textbooks, raising awareness of this long-neglected type of epilepsy • Contains detailed descriptions of insular epilepsy semiology, neurophysiology and neuroimaging, allowing readers to better recognize the condition and how best to investigate it • Describes a range of treatment avenues, ensuring readers are aware of the best treatment options available and can tailor them to each patient • Multidisciplinary in nature, a range of health professionals provide key insights into both diagnosis and treatment, as well as explaining the role and functions of the insula from a neuroscience perspective • Gain full HTML access of the whole book, with supplementary videos to illustrate the semiology of the various forms of insular seizures, via a scratch-off code inside the cover

243pp 11. 2021 9781108772402 Print/online bundle GBP 125.00 / USD 165.00 eISBN 9781108772396

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12 Integrated Management of Complex Intracranial Lesions Hardback Set and Static Online Product

Open, Endoscopic, and Keyhole Techniques Vijay Agarwal Describes combined approaches to managing complex intracranial lesions using open, endoscopic, vascular and keyhole techniques. Written by leading international skull base surgeons, high quality videos and images illustrate the procedures. This is a definitive reference for all involved in intracranial tumor or vascular surgery. • Gain full HTML access of the whole book, with supplementary videos to illustrate the surgical techniques described, via a scratch-off code inside the cover • This definitive reference presents all the information needed to prepare for a complex surgery in one location to aid comprehension and improve efficiency • High quality videos and images of the surgical procedures reinforce the practical techniques explained in the book and aid in the teaching methods used • Written by the leading names in skull base surgery, the information provided is up to date and comes from the most trusted sources in the field meaning clinicians will be able to make fully informed decisions for their patients’ care

250pp 66 colour illus. 7 tables 10. 2021 9781108782838 Hardback GBP 94.99 / USD 125.0 eISBN 9781108908610

Multiple Sclerosis

A Practical Manual for Hospital and Outpatient Care Carlos A. Perez | University of Texas, Houston This book summarizes the latest insights into the causes of multiple sclerosis, methods of diagnosis and assessment, and recent management techniques. Disease-modifying therapies and treatment for specific symptoms such as fatigue, tremor and seizures are covered, along with the impact on reproductive health and presentation in pediatric patients. • Bullet points make text accessible for busy clinicians diagnosing patients in hospital settings, essential in emergency presentations • Provides a detailed and comprehensive approach to the differential diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and mimics of the condition, crucial for giving patients the personalised care they need • Clinical pearls from the authors offer the insight of many years’ experience treating patients with multiple sclerosis

Cambridge Manuals in Neurology

232pp 2. 2021 9781108820752 Paperback GBP 39.99 / USD 49.99 eISBN 9781108907484

Neurocritical Care

Andrew M. Naidech | Northwestern University, Illinois A practical manual for recognising and managing unpredictable and rapidly-changing neurological emergencies in intensive care units. Topics covered include the pathophysiology of various diseases, neuroradiology, drug therapy and best practice for difficult decision-making. Describes a variety of conditions such as haemorrhage, seizure and trauma. • Reviews the pathophysiology of neurological emergencies, leading readers to a deeper understanding of why these occur in their patients • Wide ranging content encompasses the majority of disorders encountered by neurointensivists and other clinicians caring for patients with neurological emergencies • Provides practical, easy-to-follow, structured, and focused protocols for the assessment, management, and treatment of neurocritically ill patients that is accessible for clinicians at any stage of their career

288pp 1. 2022 9781108820868 Paperback GBP 39.99 / USD 49.99 eISBN 9781108907682

Post-traumatic Epilepsy

Marco Mula | St George’s Hospital Medical School, University of London A comprehensive overview of post-traumatic epilepsy and its management, long-term consequences, and the rehabilitation needs of patients. Covering the neurobiology, epidemiology, and the neuropsychiatric aspects of traumatic brain injuries, special populations such as paediatric patients and athletes with concussive injuries are also discussed.

• Authors come from a range of backgrounds including neurology, neuropsychology, neurointensivists and specialists in rehabilitation

Medicine, which provides the multidisciplinary perspective essential for a complete overview of this complex condition • Discusses specialist populations, such as paediatric patients and athletes with concussive injuries, in detail with the latest information about diagnosis, management and rehabilitation needs in these underresearched groups • Covers the breadth of post-traumatic epilepsy from discussions of animal models, neurobiology, potential treatments, rehabilitation aspects, cognitive and behavioural consequences, and the growing role of genetics and pharmacogenomics

198pp 8. 2021 9781108494229 Hardback GBP 44.99 / USD 59.99 eISBN 9781108644594

Independent and Supplementary Prescribing

An Essential Guide Third edition Molly Courtenay | Cardiff University An eagerly awaited new edition of the leading textbook on prescribing, covering the key topics taught on the non-medical prescribing programme. Featuring new chapters written by multi-professional authors, the book is a core text for students as well as new and experienced prescribers. • A well-known and popular text covering each of the topic areas featured in the national non-medical prescribing (NMP) programme and, as such, is a core text for these courses • An ideal aid for undergraduate students of all healthcare professions and those undertaking the NMP programme with chapters tailored to the Royal Pharmaceutical Society competency framework for all prescribers. The book is written by experts in the field of NMP, many of whom are involved in teaching prescribing students • Written by authors from a multi-professional background including pharmacists, nurses, allied health professionals, doctors, psychologists, and academics, making the book relevant to a wide range of prescribing professions

256pp 12. 2021 9781108928519 Paperback GBP 29.99 / USD 39.99 eISBN 9781108933681

The Road to Nursing

Second edition Nick Arnott | University of Tasmania The Road to Nursing helps students develop clinical reasoning and critical reflection skills, understand the philosophical and ethical considerations necessary to care for clients and reflect on how to provide care that meets the unique needs of clients. • Empowers undergraduate nurses by providing the foundational knowledge and skills that will underpin their entire Nursing journey • Written in an accessible style by leading Australian Nursing academics and practising nurses • Includes access to the complementary eBook with valuable selfassessment tools such as multiple-choice and short-answer questions with guided responses, and links to relevant website and video content

342pp 3. 2022 9781009003476 Paperback GBP 54.99 / USD 71.99 eISBN 9781009003469

Obstetrics and gynecology, reproductive Medicine

A Textbook of Clinical Embryology

Eliezer Girsh A highly illustrated resource for trainee embryologists covering the specialized techniques and technology of assisted reproduction. Includes descriptions of the development and physiology of male and female reproductive systems, along with practical guidance for IVF techniques such as oocyte harvesting, cryopreservation and implantation. • Over sixty detailed colour illustrations bring the content to life, depicting the topics being discussed and helping readers understand the content • Includes detailed explanations of basic knowledge such as the development and physiology of male and female reproductive systems and embryo development, giving readers a grounding in the biology behind assisted reproduction • Comprehensive guidance on the optimal structure, organisation and management of IVF laboratories helps readers improve their practices and ensure successful procedures

254pp 5. 2021 9781108744386 Paperback GBP 59.99 / USD 79.99 eISBN 9781108881760

Advancing Women’s Health Through Medical Education

A Systems Approach in Family Planning and Abortion Uta Landy | University of California, San Francisco This is a unique and inspirational guide for the next generation of health care professionals to provide abortion and contraception caretraining, in an evidence- and systems-based way. Offering a variety of global examples of medical education reform, this book comprehensively covers all aspects of medical reproductive health education. • Takes a practical and systems approach to all aspects of medical reproductive health education for medical students, residents and nurses • Presents medical education reform, and its impacts on the workforce, access to care and policy in a socio-political context • Looks at the implementation of training and education through a global lens – providing a variety of global examples showing that medical education reform and implementation is most effective through a global community. • Demonstrates the influence systematized training has on clinical, research and advocacy skills • Shows how a training program can create professional and academic recognition of a controversial area of expertise • Provides readers with steps to implementing educational change within existing training systems

382pp 8. 2021 9781108839648 Hardback GBP 74.99 / USD 99.99 eISBN 9781108884709

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