By Gale
Normal reference collections constantly have a necessity for present, authoritative consumer-health info. Gale Encyclopedia of medication without difficulty serves this functionality. Written via a staff of medical examiners at a degree obtainable to the overall reader, this revised version is designed as a ready-reference resource. 100 new entries and 250 up-to-date entries distinguish this from the sooner edition.The 1,750 alphabetically prepared entries variety in size from one paragraph to numerous pages and keep on with a customary structure that varies through the kind of article. Articles on ailments, for instance, have sections on explanations and indicators, analysis, therapy (including replacement treatment), diagnosis, and prevention. issues addressed surround illnesses, problems, and prerequisites (Bird flu, Breast melanoma, Elephantiasis, Post-traumatic rigidity disorder); assessments and tactics (Cystoscopy, Ear examination with an otoscope,Thyroid nuclear medication scan); remedies (Cognitive-behavioral treatment, therapeutic massage treatment, puppy remedy; substitute remedies (Acupuncture, St. John's wort); and medication (Antiasthmatic medications, cocaine). Definitions for the most important phrases in lots of articles are highlighted in a sidebar. a few 675 colour pictures, tables, and line drawings complement the textual content. a list of either print and on-line assets — resembling books, periodicals, and companies — relating to the subject is integrated on the finish of many articles; furthermore, a 22-page directory of addresses and websites for businesses linked to particular health conditions is supplied. Cross-references direct readers to similar entries. An impressively accomplished, well-constructed 400-page index presents topic entry to the contents.
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2 The direct therapeutic value of ultrasonic waves lies in their mechanical nature. They are shock waves, just like audible sound, and vibrate the materials through which they pass. These vibrations are mild, virtually unnoticeable at the frequencies and intensities used for imaging. Properly focused however, highintensity ultrasound can be used to heat and physically agitate targeted tissues. High-intensity ultrasound is used routinely to treat soft tissue injuries, such as strains, tears and associated scarring.
J. Ricker Polsdorfer, MD 6 KEY TERMS Definition Partial birth abortion is a method of late-term (after 20 weeks) abortion that terminates a pregnancy and results in the death and intact removal of a fetus. This procedure is most commonly referred to as intact dilatation and extraction (D & X). It occurs in a rare percentage of pregnancies. Purpose Partial birth abortion, or D&X, is performed to end a pregnancy and results in the death of a fetus, typically in the late second or third trimester.
One type is identical to ordinary birth control pills, and uses the hormones estrogen and progestin). This type is available with a prescription under the brand name Preven. But women can even use their regular birth control pills for emergency contraception, after they check with their doctor about the proper dose. About half of women who use birth control pills for 9 Abortion, therapeutic miscarry one or more of the remaining fetuses. The risks associated with multi-fetal pregnancy are considered higher.
