Gangrene - Current Concepts and Management Options - Couverture rigide

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 9533073861 ISBN 13 : 9789533073866

Editeur : IntechOpen, 2011

Synopsis

Gangrene is the term used to describe the necrosis or death of soft tissue due to obstructed circulation, usually followed by decomposition and putrefaction, a serious, potentially fatal complication. The presented book discusses different aspects of this condition, such as etiology, predisposing factors, demography, pathologic anatomy and mechanisms of development, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology and more. A variety of management strategies, including pharmacological treatment options, surgical and non-surgical solutions and auxiliary methods, are also extensively discussed in the book's chapters. The purpose of the book is not only to provide a reader with an updated information on the discussed problem, but also to give an opportunity for expert opinions exchange and experience sharing. The book contains a collection of 13 articles, contributed by experts, who have conducted a research in the selected area, and also possesses a vast experience in practical management of gangrene and necrosis of different locations.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: IntechOpen
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9533073861
• ISBN 13: 9789533073866
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 192
• Éditeur: Vitin Alexander
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible