All aspects of nursing microbiology are covered, which are easy to read. Thoroughly updated keeping in view the prescribed syllabus by Indian Nursing Council (INC). Uses a consistent and logical chapter format to make the contents easy to grasp. Tables, illustrated figures and photographs have been added throughout the book at the appropriate places. All chapters make learning easy with unique features, such as chapter summary as Key Points', Important Questions and Multiple Choice Questions.

Presents the subject of ECG in a crisp and practically relevant format, which is not just easy to comprehend but also handy for reference. Initial chapters deal with basic principles, nomenclature of deflections and calculation of heart rate and electrical-axis. Presents up-to-date, well-explained, evidence-based concepts to explain pathophysiology of ECG patterns. A new chapter on ECG recording during Pacemaker rhythm has been introduced. Easy-to-read and user-friendly presentation merging with fluid scientific information and latest clinical data make for an enhanced reading experience. Valuable resource for medical students, resident doctors, paramedical staff and clinicians involved in heart care.

After the huge success of the first edition of this book, the authors have come out with the second edition. The book simplifies the commonly used interventional procedures in obstetrics and gynecology step by step for the newcomers in the field to learn and as a ready reckoner to refresh their skills for the practicing clinicians.

This edition aims to simplify the transvaginal scanning procedures and use it for better patient diagnosis, care, and treatment. Added few chapters on Ectopic pregnancy, Trophoblastic disease in first trimester, Intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) Vaginal bleeding with negative pregnancy test and chronic pelvic pain as these problems make up a great volume for which the patients visit the gynaecologists. More than 60 algorithms and treatment flowcharts for common problems encountered by gynaecologists have been added as a ready reckoner for the busy practitioners.

After the overwhelming response to the first edition, the authors have teamed again to compile a Step-by-Step ultrasound book in infertility. This book has simplified the approach to infertility by introducing a lot of flowcharts, tables, and clear images to understand the normal and abnormal in male and female infertility.

The book retains its format of simplicity, yet at the same time latest and informative., It helps students navigate the complex field of dental materials from the very first year of the course., Covers the entire spectrum of materials used in dentistry, including surgical and orthodontic materials., The contents have been revised to keep the information current and relevant., 30 chapters in the book have been organized into 7 parts for ease of reference., Chapter outline given at the beginning of each chapter., Includes two chapters on endodontic materials., Metallurgy has been included in the Structure and Properties of Metals and Alloys., Includes new chapter in the field of additive manufacturing, known as 3D printing., Explanatory footnotes provided wherever needed., Enriched with easy to reproduce illustrations, photographs and descriptive tables for quick learning., Important information has been covered in boxes at relevant places in the text., Contains appendices, further reading, and an extensive index at the end of the book., It will prove to be indispensible to postgraduates, dental technicians and practitioners alike.

All the existing chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated with new concepts. Student-friendly adaptation with quick revision format and questionnaire. Contributions from more than 200 stalwarts of Pediatric Dentistry. New chapters like parenting styles, molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH), remineralization, sleep-disordered breathing in children, teledentistry, patents and innovation, stem cells in pediatric dentistry, digital pediatric dentistry, infant cleft care, hypnosis, etc., have been added. Apart from this some major modifications are done and newer concepts are added in various chapters like pediatric dental clinic, new techniques in digital radiographic diagnosis, new assessment scales in dental fear and anxiety, updated new methodologies in behavior management, nitrous oxide-oxygen anxiolysis, new types of space maintainers, concepts of minimal intervention, bioflex crowns, concepts of revascularization and pulp regeneration, rotary endodontics along with many others. Research studies, scientific references and text are updated with recent literature till 2022, according to the Dental Council of India (DCI) curriculum. More than 1, 000 illustrations and clinical photographs are added.

Descriptions are supported by relevant diagrams, tables, boxes and images for easy understanding. Book is segmented into 14 sections, which are further divided into 124 chapters. Cross reference of chapters in relevant contents have been mentioned. Updated information with latest references has been incorporated. 15 new chapters added on Neuroimaging in Critical Care, Non-invasive Ventilation, Shock and Multiorgan Dysfunction Syndrome, Extracorporeal Therapies in ICU, Critical Care Issues in Elderly and Obese Patients, COVID-19 Disease, Fluid Physiology and Disorders of Sodium in the Critically III, Electrolyte Disorders in ICU, Gastrointestinal Emergencies, Perioperative Care of Patients Undergoing Lung Transplant, Renal Transplant: An Overview and Post-surgical Critical Care, Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation, Newer Antimicrobials, Medication Overdose and Communication and Consents in the Intensive Care Unit. Special emphasis is given to trauma and toxicology as these domains are important in clinical practice as well as commonly asked in examinations of critical care courses and fellowships. Cardiac critical care section is supplemented with images of relevant ECGs and echocardiography which immensely elucidate the subject. Incorporation of Key Points summaries at the end of each chapter to keep book handy. References of chapters are provided online which can be accessed by QR code scan.

Competency-based curricular changes recommended by NMC incorporated as core/must-know, and non-core/desirable-to-know and their corresponding new assessment methods included. Updated text in academic and diagnostic pathology includes current definitions, additional causes, contemporary mechanisms, up-to-date international classifications of diseases (including WHO classifications of neoplasms, 5th edition) and modern approach to diagnosis and prognosis, in a simple, lucid, easily understandable and reproducible, user-friendly format. Newer content includes a new chapter on Blood Banking and Transfusion and another on Clinical Pathology incorporated in Appendix I along with Basic Diagnostic Cytology. Pathology of COVID-19 and its impact on different organ-systems incorporated in different chapters. Labelled gross and photomicrographs of high quality and better resolution added and amended, many of these were generously contributed by Prof Ivan Damjanov in previous edition, several schematic illustrations updated and amended. New tables added at several places for enhanced learning. Key points as gist at the end of every topic in bulleted points for a rapid revision of the subject in an ultra-short time. Chapter orientation paragraph given at the beginning of every chapter to peek through the entire chapter and meant to aid the user in systematic and organised learning. Revised companion book prepared exclusively on the pattern of competencies/outcomes as recommended by the NMC is given for free to the user of the textbook for a quick review of the subject. Complimentary online learning resource includes high-yield questions (long-answer type, short-answer type, MCQs, clinical scenario-based and image-based) and clinical cases along with key and explanatory notes. Cheers! No overburdening!! With all these additions and insertions, girth of the book remains unaltered, care having been taken not to overburden the already stressed students.

Question and answer format- This user-friendly format of short questions and brief answers replicates the actual exams and contains many questions from previous exams, accompanied by succinct answers written in simple and easy-to-understand language. Illustrations- The book is profusely illustrated with over 500 labelled line-sketches of gross and microscopy of specimens/slides, schematic drawings and photographs. Some of these figures were also used for questions, to show the students that some questions on the forthcoming examination will be based on pictorial material. Tables- The book contains approximately 200 tables that include comparative features of closely resembling conditions, important classifications and listing of salient features. Online learning resources- The electronic supplement to the book includes approximately 1, 200 high-yield questions (MCQs, clinicopathologic vignettes and figure-based questions), followed by corresponding answers and brief explanatory notes for the correct answers, as well as a full rationale for all other answer options. Self-assessment- Users have the facility for attempting online questions and knowing the score, followed by correct answers with explanatory notes.

As per Competency-based Medical Education- Includes 8 sections containing 64 exercises prepared on the pattern of practical class of students: Basic Techniques in Pathology, General Principles of Pathology, Basic Diagnostic Cytology, Haematology, Lymphoid Tissues and Transfusion, Clinical and Applied Pathology, Pathology of Systems, Basics of Autopsy Pathology, and Appendices (Common Instruments in Pathology, Common Similes in Pathology, and Normal Values). Colour-coded Stratification of Competencies- Colour-coded list of competencies/outcomes as per CBME curriculum given in the beginning of each exercise for segregating them in accordance with their relative significance and requirement of the students as: Core (Must Know), Non-core (Desirable to Know), Integrated Learning, and Additional knowledge. Newer Images of High Quality- Many gross and microscopic images added and several replaced with better quality, adding more value and clarity in understanding morphologic pathology for the beginner students. Key Questions for Viva Voce- Important short questions with their brief answers at the end of each exercise, based on the core content covered in that exercise. These are the usual questions which the students are often asked in their viva voce, in ward rounds or in clinic which is likely to help the students in facing exam confidently and for self-test. Complimentary Online Learning Resource- Includes two sections: a section on 10 structured CPCs (text and illustrations) representing different organ systems and common diseases, and the second section on Quick Review of Pathology Museum that includes images and legends of 108 gross specimens from pathology museum of common conditions for quick review of must know specimens for students.

Richly illustrated, easy to understand, and student-friendly book , Text enhanced by 193 illustrations, 66 tables, 61 boxes, 18 gross photographs of specimens and instruments, and 4 photomicrographs , Divided into 4 sections, namely General Pathology (Chapters 1 to 8), Systemic Pathology (Chapters 9 to 18), Clinical Pathology (Chapters 19 to 30), and Genetics (Chapters 31 to 37) , Includes chapter outline at the beginning of each chapter , Concise text in bullet for easy review and recollection , Highlights important points to be remembered during examination in bold letters , Provides self-assessment exercises at the end of each chapter: 21 Essay questions, 186 Short answer questions and 92 , Multiple choice questions (MCQs). , Glossary for ready reference.