Chest physical therapy is the term for a group of treatments designed to improve respiratory efficiency, promote expansion of the lungs, strengthen respiratory muscles, and eliminate secretions fro...
This book aims to study the reforms in Greek Primary Health Care System (PHC) from 1980 until 2008, as these are reflected on the legislative framework concerning the organization and financing of ...
Renal transplant recipients have increased risk of premature death compared to a non transplant population. Valderhaug and colleagues report that early diagnosed hyperglycemia after renal transpla...
Discovered 100 years ago, the potential of bacteriophages to combat bacterial infections was quickly realized. Event though phage therapy was mainly abandoned in the West after the advent of antibi...
This atlas of tongue base, hypopharyngeal and laryngeal pathology represents the teamwork effort of ENT Department Timisoara's ("Victor Babes" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Timisoara, RO) su...
Herpes zoster is an infectious disease that is overcome by around 75 million people every year. Most cases are registered in the elderly people. The most endangered are seniors over 85 years who ar...
The relationship between bacterial plaque and the development of periodontal disease is well established. Elimination or adequate suppression of putative periodontopathic microorganisms is essentia...
Alstonia scholaris (L.) has been a popular household remedy for inflammation of the respiratory system and liver etc. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) its leaf extract is available commercial...
Population problem has been a matter of concern in many countries particularly less developed and developing countries.The response to this problem has, however, varied from country to country, sta...
Constipation is caused by wrong bowel habits, According to Ayurveda it is mainly caused by aggravation of Vata (air) though it can sometimes be caused by aggravation of pitta and kapha. Improper ea...
This research aims to find out the frequency of pregnant women with hemoglobinopathies in the Lushnje's district, as well as the possible factors for this disease. It emphasizes the influence that ...
The study of the micromorphological features of the vasculature of the lung of the dromedary camel during the prenatal and mature stages of life revealed the following: I- Prenatal stage: The pulm...
The increasingly complex demands placed on automotive assembly line workers often result in stress, anxiety and depression. There is an immense need to provide these workers with strategies that wi...
Use of plants as a source of medicine has been an ancient practice and is an important component of the health care system in India. There are about 45,000 medicinal plant species in India, with co...
Team work is the essence for the success of any venture. A multidisciplinary approach is often necessary to treat and prevent dental problems in a patient. Orthodontics and periodontics are interre...
Nutrition in health and illness has been offered to medical and health students. The course on nutrition aims to provide students with the comprehensive understanding of nutrition on health and ill...
The present study has been a satisfactory attempt to formulate microparticulate system for colon targeted delivery of albendazole using natural polysaccharides sodium alginate and chitosan. Targete...
The World Health Organization recommended modern contraceptive services, including emergency contraception, as a means of reducing unsafe abortions and maternal mortality. These complications can b...
Anorexia nervosa is a complex disease which requires the combined effort of doctors from various disciplines (including Psychiatry, Gastroenterology and Pediatrics) to treat. This book provides in-...
Research studies have shown that the caregivers of loved ones diagnosed with terminal illness face an emotionally and psychologically distressing situation. The support of these caregivers must be ...