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Names: Willis, Laura M., 1969- editor. | Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, issuing body. Title: Professional guide to diseases / clinical editor, Dr. Laura M. Willis, DNP, APRN-CNP, CMSRN, Family Nurse Practitioner

Given continuous, rapid advances in medical science and health information, independent professional verification of medical diagnoses, indications, appropriate pharmaceutical selections and dosages, and treatment options should be made, and healthcare professionals should consult a variety of sources. When prescribing medication, healthcare professionals are advised to consult the product information sheet (the manufacturer’s package insert) accompanying each drug to verify, among other things, conditions of use, warnings and side effects and identify any changes in dosage schedule or contraindications, particularly if the medication to be administered is new, infrequently used, or has a narrow therapeutic range. To the maximum extent permitted under applicable law, no responsibility is assumed by the publisher for any injury and/or damage to persons or property, as a matter of products liability, negligence law or otherwise, or from any reference to or use by any person of this work.

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To my teachers and mentors, past and present, and to those patients who have truly touched my

life with a difficult diagnosis or a tough conversation—this work is for you.

Contributors

Samuel A. Borchers, OD

Optometrist Northern Arizona VA Health System Prescott, Arizona

Neurological Surgery Chestmont Neurosurgery Main Line Healthcare Paoli, Pennsylvania

Bridget A. Howard, MSN, CNP

Department of Gastroenterology Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, Arizona

Family Nurse Practitioner Greeneville, Tennessee

Alisha H. Wilkes, DNP, CNM, ARNP

Donna C. Bond, DNP, RN-BC, CCNS, AE-C

Wanda M. Martinez, MD, PHD

E. Ann Myers, MD, FACP, FACE

Diana Noller, MSPT, MMS, PA-C

Daniel T. Vetrosky, PA-C, PHD

Benita Walton-Moss, DNS, FNP-BC

Foreword

How can health care providers respond to the new model of consumerism in medicine, in which patients are encouraged to question everything, are bombarded with health care information in the media, and are targeted by direct advertising campaigns marketing everything from weight loss programs to therapies for erectile dysfunction? In today’s information- and technology­driven environment, staying on the leading edge of ever-changing medical information can be overwhelming. The reality of contemporary medical economics and regulation of medical practice is driving many clinicians to see greater numbers of patients each day, each with more complex illnesses. This has resulted in less time spent with the patient, less time to perform detailed literature searches for complex conditions, and more time devoted to medical record completion, negotiating with medical insurance companies and other administrative representatives and justifying the medical necessity for many orders. In this environment there’s a need for a well-organized and comprehensive summary of a wide variety of illnesses to help the busy clinician.

This 11th edition of Professional Guide to Diseases features well-organized chapters coordinated around disease clusters. The data in this edition are accurate, updated in terms of original research and practice guidelines, and designed to provide a brief yet comprehensive overview of a large array of disease processes and new sections for a quick pathophysiology review. Readers ranging from the trainee preparing for a board certification examination to the senior faculty member or other health care provider needing a ready reference will find that this book provides a clear and concise overview of hundreds of diseases and conditions.