In the book, several clinical cases have been discussed highlighting issues pertaining to arriving at the correct diagnosis and avoiding pitfalls. A separate section had been devoted discussing diagnostic challenges faced by neurologists in critical care units with the help of 15 authentic cases by critical care neurologists from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, USA. Many chapters have been followed by Editorial notes and Appendices on some key issues relating to diagnostic pathways, again at times with the help of illustrative case studies. First one of its kind to be published from India. Access to videos has been given with the book.

Multi-authored book. Thoroughly revised, updated and rewritten to present a comprehensive account of tuberculosis (TB) and nontuberculous mycobacterial diseases. It has contribution of experts from several parts of the world with a vast experience. Beginning with insights into the history and epidemiology of tuberculosis, the book deals extensively with the current understanding of the immunology, and immunopathogenetic mechanisms of this disease. The clinical presentation, laboratory diagnosis, the treatment of TB of various organ systems, prevention and control of TB are extensively covered. Chapters have also been devoted to HIV-TB co-infection, drug-resistant TB (including M/XDR-TB), ethical and legal issues in TB, Revised National Tuberculosis Control Programme, Global TB Control Programme, and the role of medical schools in TB Control Programmes. Includes revised chapter on nontuberculous mycobacterial diseases. This edition will be an asset to both undergraduate and postgraduate medical students, a source of reference to the researchers. Will help practicing doctors to update their knowledge and aid in rationale, scientific and efficient management of patients with TB. It is hoped that the reader who has gone through third edition of this book from cover to cover will get a comprehensive birds eye view of this subject.

Includes chapters related to basics of history taking and techniques of clinical and nerve examination, ocular leprosy, vaccines (immunoprophylaxis, immunotherapy), chemoprophylaxis, deformities and their management, recording and assessment of nerve involvement and experimental leprosy. Covers special situations, viz., leprosy in children, pregnancy, leprosy associated with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), immune-compromised hosts including corona virus disease (COVID-19) and issues related to community-based rehabilitation, psychosocial aspects, stigma, and migration. Presents lucid and comprehensive information, and clinical pictures/images which will help to diagnose leprosy even in low endemic situations. Discusses problems of drug resistance, relapse, challenges and scenario beyond 2030. Highlights the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the leprosy control programs. The case histories give a reassuring and encouraging picture which adds to the optimism and presents a new face of leprosy considering the achievements in control of leprosy. Contains the most up-to-date and comprehensive material contributed by 87 acclaimed experts of national and international repute. Photo gallery gives good visual impression of how the disease looks in different shades of skin color. Improves the diagnostic accuracy with the help of more than 530 figures, 130 tables and graphs that capture the presentation of leprosy in practice. Enhances clinical and therapeutic knowledge with the latest on diagnosis and other research areas in leprosy.

This is an innovative project of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics. The 3rd edition contains current evidence-based practices and new images. Atlas contains 22 sections with over 1500 images contributed by experts. This edition has a unique feature of description of the image providing differential diagnosis as well as how to approach the case. Affordably priced with crystal-clear images printed in superior quality paper with high-production technology. All the sections together make the album a must-have picture desktop as a ready reckoner for day-to-day practice.

A chapter has been added on a new point pattern 24-2C SITA faster. Discusses Interpretation of single field analysis printout. Highlights the importance of location and the direction of progression of field defect in setting the target IOP. Emphasizes 10-2 point patter for advances glaucoma. Two new classification systems of glaucoma has been discussed.

Advances and innovations in heart failure is the first publication in the form of a Textbook of Cardiology. Over 250 contributors from India and abroad have contributed chapters in this book. Focuses on every aspect of cardiovascular imaging and intervention, thereby enhancing knowledge and has tremendous innovative and research potential of understanding advances and innovations in heart failure for the undergraduates, postgraduates, practicing cardiologists, endocrinologists, nephrologists, neurologists, critical care, pulmonologists, pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, physicians, cardiovascular surgeons, imaging experts and nutritionists, etc. Various sections of this book include Chapter on Clinical, Echo, Imaging, Coronary artery disease, Stroke, Arrhythmia, Hypertension, Valvular, Congenital heart disease, Metabolic, Nutritional, Cardio-oncology, Inflammatory disorders and heart failure including Rehabilitation, Legal and ethical issues and Future directions, etc.

The contents of this edition have been reorganized and enhanced. Earlier chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated to include the latest information. Some other chapters have been rearranged for optimal presentation. Four new chapters have also been added. These cover most recent issues and other important problems not included in the last edition such as genomics, radiogenomics, texture analysis, safety of gadolinium (GD)-based contrast, pediatric interstitial lung disease (ILD), pediatric BuddChiari syndrome, and pediatric head and neck imaging.

Published under the banner of Indian Association of Pediatric Surgeons (IAPS). Useful reference in understanding childhood surgical disorders. Written exclusively by experienced pediatric surgeons and physicians. Contains current protocols of investigations and treatment. Provides update on Pediatric Surgery, General Surgery, Pediatrics, Urology and Plastic Surgery to postgraduates.

Concise surgical manual of transcanal endoscopic ear surgery. Covers basic to advanced endoscopic ear surgeries. Each step of surgery discussed in points with possible preoperative and intraoperative considerations and their management. Full HD snapshots demonstrating each step of surgery. Accompanying high-quality hand-drawn illustrations for better understanding. Provides Tips and Pearls for readers. Atlas of instruments required for endoscopic ear surgery set-up. Explains principles and radiological insights needed to perform endoscopic ear surgery. Includes 140 hand-drawn images and more than 400 high-definition figures have been added for easy understanding. Includes step-by-step approach to Endoscopic Stapes Surgery and Endoscopic Transcanal Facial Nerve Decompression Surgery. Access to videos has been given with the book.

This book is a culmination of more than three years of hard work, grit and determination of all the section editors who patiently worked with the individual authors to produce this edition. Basic subjects pertaining to ophthalmology including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathology, pharmacology, microbiology, immunology and genetics have been adequately dealt with in a concise and lucid manner. The section on Vision Rehabilitation and Optics and Refraction has been passionately prepared by committed section editors and authors. The recent advances and the current concepts in various subspecialties such as Cornea, Glaucoma, Uvea, Retina, Neuro-ophthalmology, Orbit and Oculoplasty, and Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus have been well captured in the respective chapters.

With 15 sections and more than 180 chapters, the book covers all aspects of Dermatology including Clinical Dermatology, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Leprosy, Procedural Dermatology, and Dermato-therapeutics. Written by more than 300 authors having impeccable credentials, the book is presented in lucid language with crisp information, algorithms, tables, diagrammatic representation and images in two volumes. Special attention has been paid to help examination going postgraduate students with emphasis on often repeated questions in postgraduate examination. Key points are summed at the end of each chapter for retention and easy re-call.

State-of-the-art book has 56 chapters Seven new chapters added were of clinical and echo significance such as hypertension, diabetes, fetal echocardiography, artificial intelligence, cardio-oncology, full updates on ARVD and Kawasaki disease. IAE guidelines on transesophageal echocardiography have been extremely well described. Emphasizes on basics of 2D and 3D echocardiography. Great emphasis has been placed on the role of echocardiography during cardiac interventions. It further explores the value of echocardiography for electrophysiology: Echo in patients with pacemakers and cardiac resynchronization therapy.