Product Description
This up-to-date and comprehensive set of two CD-ROM discs provides a superb collection of authoritative documents on the subject of pancreatic diseases and pancreatitis. The pancreas is a gland behind your stomach and in front of your spine. It produces juices that help break down food and hormones that help control blood sugar levels. Problems with the pancreas can lead to many health problems. These include* Pancreatitis, or inflammation of the pancreas: This happens when digestive enzymes start digesting the pancreas itself* Pancreatic cancer* Cystic fibrosis, a genetic disorder in which thick, sticky mucus can also block tubes in your pancreasThe pancreas also plays a role in diabetes. In type I diabetes, the beta cells of the pancreas no longer make insulin because the body's immune system has attacked them. In type II diabetes, the pancreas loses the ability to secrete enough insulin in response to meals.For patients, practical information is provided in clearly written patient education documents. For medical professionals, doctor reference tools and texts have detailed technical information and clinical background material. There is no other reference that is as fast, convenient, and portable - everything you need to know, from the federal sources you trust. This thoroughly researched collection presents vital information from many authoritative sources: Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the relevant institute for this disease, and others.In addition to the comprehensive disease-specific coverage, this disc set also includes our Medical Encyclopedia, a $19.95 value! The Encyclopedia presents a collection of official documents about a wide range of medical topics, diseases, illnesses, health and wellness. There is vital information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), National Cancer Institute, and more. Topics covered include: major diseases, including cancer, heart and vascular disease, stroke, blood diseases and disorders, lung diseases, and neurological disorders such as dementia and epilepsy * CDC Health Topics A to Z, Foodborne Illnesses, Infants and Children, Injuries, Occupational Health, Older Adults, Women * CDC Travelers' Health - Destinations, Vaccinations, Diseases, Mosquito, Tick, Food, Water, Clinics, Yellow Book, Children, Airplanes, Cruise Ships, Special Needs, Relief Workers * Dietary Guidelines * NIH A to Z from abnormalities to X-rays.Since navigating the Internet to find additional non-governmental medical information can be confusing, we've also provided our exclusive "Guide to Leading Medical Websites" with updated links to 67 of the best sites for medical information! Built-in weblinks let you quickly check for the latest clinical updates directly from the government and the best commercial portals, news sites, reference/textbook/non-commercial portals, and health organizations. ... Read more

Product Description
The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine.
"Gale's products are known to be thorough, well-researched, and good reference tools.This item is no exception...
This is a valuable resource for readers who are seeking information oncomplementary medicine and herbal remedies. The scope of thisencyclopedia is comprehensive, but not definitive. Readers should usethis as a supplement,.to professional healthcare consultation. Thissource has been a long-awaited product for the consolidation of generalalternative medicine information."
-- ARBA (2002)

Informationon recommended therapies for specific disorders and diseases, medicinaluses for plants and herbs are balanced by conclusions of studies onefficacy and analysis of current levels of acceptance by traditionalscientists and doctors. Biographies of pioneers in the field --including Deepak Chopra, Edward Bach and David Palmer --appear assidebars through the text. Included are 39 sidebars. Each volumecontains a color photo insert containing images of herbs. There aremore than 275 disease/condition entries, 300 herb/remedy entries, and150 therapies. ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Thomson Gale on January 1, 2007. The length of the article is 1352 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Pancreatitis in a woman taking an herbal supplement.(Disease/Disorder overview)
Author: David Lesser
Publication: Southern Medical Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 100Issue: 1Page: 59(2)

Article Type: Disease/Disorder overview

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Thomson Gale on December 1, 2006. The length of the article is 1305 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Recurrent acute pancreatitis probably secondary to lisinopril.(Case Report)(Clinical report)
Author: Mehmet Kanbay
Publication: Southern Medical Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 2006
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 99Issue: 12Page: 1388(2)

Article Type: Clinical report

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Thomson Gale on January 1, 2007. The length of the article is 840 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Pancreatitis after herbal supplement consumption.(Disease/Disorder overview)
Author: Mankanwal S. Sachdev
Publication: Southern Medical Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 100Issue: 1Page: 5(1)

Article Type: Disease/Disorder overview

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Product Description
The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Nursing and Allied Health.
This 5-vol. set provides more than 850 entries covering topics innursing and allied health written for students and professionals in thefield. Alphabetically arranged entries cover topics in body systems andfunctions, conditions and common diseases, issues and theories,techniques and practices, and devices and equipment. The Encyclopediacovers all major health professions, including nursing, physicaltherapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, medical labtechnology, emergency medical technology, dental assistance,pharmacology and nutrition. In addition, the set features approximately400 photographs and illustrations; appendices of related organizations,agencies and associations; and a general index.

Published/Released: November 2001

Product Description
This digital document is an article from MedSurg Nursing, published by Jannetti Publications, Inc. on January 1, 2010. The length of the article is 903 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the author: The examination is designed to assess comprehensive knowledge of medical-surgical nursing. The medical-surgical practitioner must understand diseases, diagnoses, and treatment modalities to function as a caregiver and educator. The topic of this article is a part of the comprehensive examination given by MSNCB. The following scenario and questions offer an example that potential certificants may use to test their knowledge. For more information about MSNCB, visit www.medsurgnurse.org

Citation Details
Title: Acute pancreatitis.(Prefaring for Certification)(Case study)
Author: Kathleen Marchiondo
Publication: MedSurg Nursing (Magazine/Journal)
Date: January 1, 2010
Publisher: Jannetti Publications, Inc.
Volume: 19Issue: 1Page: 54(2)

Article Type: Case study

Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Southern Medical Association on September 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1006 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Eosinophilic gastroenteritis, ascites, and pancreatitis: a case report and review of the literature.(Case Report)
Author: Connie D. Le
Publication: Southern Medical Journal (Refereed)
Date: September 1, 2004
Publisher: Southern Medical Association
Volume: 97Issue: 9Page: 905(2)

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Internal Medicine News, published by International Medical News Group on March 15, 2005. The length of the article is 620 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Quick diagnosis a must in gallstone pancreatitis: endoscopic ultrasound, the best diagnostic imaging modality for this indication, is not always available.(Gastroenterology)
Author: Betsy Bates
Publication: Internal Medicine News (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 15, 2005
Publisher: International Medical News Group
Volume: 38Issue: 6Page: 68(1)

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Southern Medical Association on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1552 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Primary human immunodeficiency virus infection presenting as acute pancreatitis.(Case Report)
Author: Ryan Tyner
Publication: Southern Medical Journal (Refereed)
Date: April 1, 2004
Publisher: Southern Medical Association
Volume: 97Issue: 4Page: 393(2)

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Southern Medical Journal, published by Thomson Gale on December 1, 2006. The length of the article is 1248 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor-induced acute pancreatitis: in search of the evidence.(Editorial)
Author: Sonal Singh
Publication: Southern Medical Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 2006
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 99Issue: 12Page: 1327(2)

Article Type: Editorial

Distributed by Thomson Gale ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Dog Watch, published by Belvoir Media Group, LLC on February 1, 2009. The length of the article is 546 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Short takes: your dog's diet and pancreatitis; diazepam for separation anxiety.
Author: Unavailable
Publication: Dog Watch (Magazine/Journal)
Date: February 1, 2009
Publisher: Belvoir Media Group, LLC
Volume: 13Issue: 2Page: 2(1)

Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning ... Read more

Product Description
This digital document is an article from Saturday Evening Post, published by Saturday Evening Post Society on November 1, 2008. The length of the article is 379 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

Citation Details
Title: Chronic pancreatitis.(MEDICAL MAILBOX)
Author: Gale Reference Team
Publication: Saturday Evening Post (Magazine/Journal)
Date: November 1, 2008
Publisher: Saturday Evening Post Society
Volume: 280Issue: 6Page: 91(2)

Distributed by Gale, a part of Cengage Learning ... Read more

Product Description
The article is excerpted fromGale Encyclopedia of Medicine.

Consultthe second edition of this authoritative, comprehensive, in-depthmedical guide for information on more than 1,700 medical topics inlanguage accessible to adult laypersons. Presented in a singlealphabetical sequence, articles range in length from one or twoparagraphs for minor topics, to several pages or more for major topics.Disease/disorder articles typically cover definition; description;causes and symptoms; diagnosis; treatments; prevention; and more.Test/treatment articles typically cover definition; purposes;precautions; preparation; risks; normal and abnormal results; and muchmore. This second edition includes more than 200 new entries, 300updated entries, approximately 650 color images and illustrations, anda comprehensive subject index. New features include biographical andhistorical sidebars throughout the text.

Disease/disorder articles contain some or all of the following sections:

• Definitions -- brief dictionary-style definition of the disorder
• Descriptions -- overview of the disorder; who gets it and why
• Causes & symptoms -- process, substance or organism thatproduces the condition; any risk factors that increase susceptibilityto the condition; signs and symptoms of the disease
• Diagnosis -- overview of procedures and tests used todiagnose the condition; how the test is done; who should be tested andwhen; time required; cost; whether it's typically covered by insurance
• Treatments -- overview of conventional methods of care ormanagement of the condition, such as drugs, surgeries, physicaltherapy, etc.
• Alternative treatments -- overview of alternative/complementary therapies that may be used to treat the condition
• Prognosis -- probable outcome of the disease
• Preventions -- what actions can be taken to prevent the condition from occurring

Test/treatment articles contain some or all of the following sections:

• Definitions -- brief dictionary-style definition of the test/treatment
• Purposes -- why and when this test/treatment is prescribed
• Precautions -- when this test/treatment should not be prescribed
• Descriptions -- overview of the test/treatment including cost,length of time required, procedures followed, whether typically coveredby insurance
• Preparation -- pre-test treatment procedures, if any
• Aftercare -- post-test treatment procedures, if any
• Risks -- any complications/side effects commonly associated with the test/treatment
• Normal results -- for tests, describes the normal values; for treatments, describes the anticipated outcomes
• Abnormal results -- defines abnormal test values

Published/Released: December 2001