Primary liver cancer occurs when cancerous (malignant) cells begin to grow in the tissues of liver. Although many cancers are on the decline, the i...

Primary liver cancer, mainly hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths world-wide. The incidence is incre...

This book contains the 17 lectures given at the International Symposium on Liver Cells and Drugs held in Rennes on 7 to 10 July 1987 as well as 50 ...

The liver is a large organ that sits in the right upper abdomen, just under the right lung. It is one of the body's most 'intelligent' organs in th...

This book presents topical research in the study of liver cirrhosis, including etiologic types of end stage chronic liver disease; hepatocellular c...

The liver is a large organ that sits in the right upper abdomen, just under the right lung. It is one of the body's most "intelligent" organs in th...

This book discusses the diagnosis, treatment and management of liver disease. Chapter One reviews hepatic hydatidosis. Chapter Two explores the dia...

In this book, the authors present topical research in the study of the causes, treatment and prevention of liver disease and peritonitis. Topics di...

The recently published article "The Burden of Liver Disease in Europe: A Review of Available Epidemiological Data" provides a few figures on the en...

Hepatic hydatidosis is a worldwide disease with a high socio-economic cost in endemic areas. Until recently, only professionals working in these ar...

This book represents an exciting approach to the hepatic physiology and multiple developments about cellular biology such as: cell cycle regulation...

This novel was written to focus on some relevant aspects of a disease from the patients' perspective but also to show the caregivers' perspective. ...

From the latest medical advice to practical tips for dealing with HIV-related problems -- the most up-to-date and complete guide to managing life w...

The opening chapter of Living with HIV/AIDS: Challenges, Perspectives and Quality of Life is concerned with exploring the implications of living wi...

The study of neuropsychological functions in children has lately undergone a considerable evolution, most obviously represented by the evidence tha...

Back pain is the commonest form of rheumatism and it is estimated to affect between 65% and 80% of populations sampled. The costs of back pain-rela...

Lung cancer is the most common form of cancer in the world and a major cause of death. This new book brings together stellar research from around t...

Lung disease is fatal for 86 percent of its victims within five years of a diagnosis, and is the leading cause of cancer death among women, exceedi...

Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of death world-wide with the majority of patients suffering from advanced unresectable or metastatic non-s...

Surgical resection of lung metastases is a widely accepted procedure but long-term results are disappointing with a 5-year survival rate of approxi...

Lupus is one of many disorders of the immune system known as auto-immune diseases, wherein the immune system attacks parts of the patient's body, l...

Aupus nephritis (AN) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, affecting over half of systemic Aupus erythematosis (SAE) patients, both adult an...

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus) is a fairly common disease with a relatively high mortality rate that is characterized by multisystemic...

This monograph presents an overview of the lysosome and its different roles in the maintenance of cellular homeostasis. It also provides a descript...

Macrosomia is a term used to describe a neonate with excessive birth weight and is diagnosed when the birth weight exceeds a threshold. Macrosomia ...

Macrosomy, Obesity & Cancer

Degeneration of the macula is the leading cause of legal blindness in people over fifty-five. The macula is an integral piece of the retina; we use...

This book presents important analyses of current issues in BSE (bovine spongiform encephalopathy or "mad cow disease") as a fatal neurological dise...

This book aims to provide a basic understanding of the principles of in vivo Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (MRS), a pioneer technique which is no...

In the present book the authors introduce the utilisation of FNs in the concept of Magnetically Assisted Hemodialysis (MAHD) for the treatment of E...

This book represents original findings and observations that were made recently on the role and function of MHC proteins in different laboratories ...

Malaria remains one of the most overwhelming communicable diseases threatening the human race, disproportionately affecting populations of tropical...

This book focuses on "malaria", specifically covering the overview of malarial research in Southeast Asia, the area with a high prevalence of this ...

Malaria is an infectious disease that is widespread in tropical and subtropical regions. It infects between 300 and 500 million people every year a...

In malaria endemic areas, red cell polymorphisms that confer protection against acute uncomplicated malaria, severe malaria, and malaria mortality ...

Sexual function in patients with physical or neurological disabilities is often disregarded by healthcare professionals, though it is a topic of gr...

This book describes a fascinating aspect of the brain and the spinal cord, namely that the brain is malleable which means that the way it works can...

This book presents topical research in the study of mammography screening, results and risks. Topics discussed in this compilation include the soci...

Mannose-binding lectin (MBL) is a plasma protein with an important role in the innate immune system. MBL recognises pathogens through carbohydrate ...

Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a subtype of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL) with varying clinical presentations, ranging from indolent disease to highl...

A multi-disciplinary team approach within this new book which evaluates the current state-of-play with regard to blood conservation, including a fr...

Cervical cancer (CC) is a major global health problem. World-wide, an estimated 530,000 new cases of CC and 275,000 deaths from this disease are en...

Cervical cancer (CC) is a major global health problem. World-wide, an estimated 530,000 new cases of CC and 275,000 deaths from this disease are en...

Currently, the diagnosis of persistent pain conditions of the spine is by no means standardised, and there has been a lack of clear consensus regar...

Mast cells are multifunctional effector cells in various immune responses. Beyond their well established important role in allergic disorders, they...

Although initially thought to be a deleterious influence on tissue repair and remodelling, recent studies have shown the versatility of the mast ce...

Mechanism Of Cisplatin Resistance & Its Circumvention