Though rare, atypical teratoid/rhabdoid tumors (ATRT) remain a clinically challenging pediatric tumor and lack defined treatments. “One-size-fits-all” multimodal regimens have largely been of modest clinical benefits thereby urging the development of precision medicine for ATRT. However, the single- mutation nature of pediatric tumors like ATRT has misrepresented the potential of non-mut…
Paediatric cancer accounts for the majority of cancer-related mortality in children. Although current treatment increased the overall survival rates, young individuals often encounter life-long side effects from toxic therapies. Therefore, there is an urgent need for targeted therapies aimed at tumour-specific vulnerabilities for greater specificity and reduced toxicity, in which precision m…
Background. Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) is a technology that possesses tremendous potential in advancing precision medicine in oncology. However, in Indonesia, the progress of its integration remains hampered. This research is conducted with the hope of providing exploratory research for the general NGS maturity in Indonesia, its current level of implementation, and future challenges f…
Personalized medicine helps make decisions about illness prevention, diagnosis, and therapy based on a person's genetic profile. To use personalized medicine, genetic testing using Next generation sequencing (NGS) performed to determine the best drugs to treat the diseases. Cancer can be treated using personalized medicine. Each year, the number of cancer patients is rising, and with person…
The healthcare industry has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years due to technological advancements and digitalization. To address the need for accessible genomic healthcare information, GNOMED (Genomics Education) has been developed, a web application empowering patients with comprehensive reports from authorized genomic experts. Utilizing a rapid application development (R…
With the rising popularity, herbal medicine has increasing consumption with a minimum 80% worldwide population or use it as their primary medicine depending on their culture and location. The usage of herbal medicine during pregnancy in Indonesia was reported to be 60% in 2020 due to an attempt to alleviate common side effects of pregnancy. However, herbal medicine has not been regulated en…
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in 2018. Two of the most common cancers are breast cancer and colorectal cancer with the incidence of 11.6% and 10.2%, respectively. The current treatments of cancers are limited to surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and targeted therapy. However, these treatments could induce cell resistance and some of them, notably chemotherapy and radiotherapy…
With the rising popularity, herbal medicine has increasing consumption with a minimum 80% worldwide population or use it as their primary medicine depending on their culture and location. The usage of herbal medicine during pregnancy in Indonesia was reported to be 60% in 2020 due to an attempt to alleviate common side effects of pregnancy. However, herbal medicine has not been regulated en…
Exploratory data analysis helps to recognize natural patterns hidden in the data. This book describes the tools for hypothesis generation by visualizing data through graphical representation and provides insight into advanced analytics concepts in an easy way. The book addresses the complete data visualization technologies workflow, explores basic and high-level concepts of computer science and…
Traditional or herbal medicine has been extensively employed in society, and Calophyllum inophyllum is renowned for its broad therapeutic action in handling a number of disorders. As a result, the present study intended to figure out the compounds detected in the ethanolic extract of Indonesian C. inophyllum seeds. The seeds of Indonesian C. inophyllum were crushed and were macerated using …
This research examines how one traditional medicine product can be launched and stand out amongst other competitors by analyzing and comparing the data collected from PT. Saraka Mandiri Sejahtera as the host institution. A different company mainly distributes the product produced by the host institution. This research will be analyzing the best factors of commercializing traditional medicine pr…
Careers in Biomedical Engineering offers readers a comprehensive overview of new career opportunities in the field of biomedical engineering. The book begins with a discussion of the extensive changes which the biomedical engineering profession has undergone in the last 10 years. Subsequent sections explore educational, training and certification options for a range of subspecialty areas and di…
Protein profilling is one of the proteomic technology applications, where it able to identify the proteins present within the sample. from protein profilling, protein characteristic, and quantity in certain condition and time able to be known and measure. Besides, the information nregarding the bilogical process related to the expression within the cell in different health conditions. protein p…
Now in its third edition, this best selling full-color text is better than ever! Organized by body systems, this essential pathophysiology text is written specifically for allied health learners and as a reference for allied health professionals. This book is also ideal as a resource on basic diseases for anyone within the medical arena or lay community. It is designed to make difficult pathoph…
Many varieties of new, complex diseases are constantly being discovered, which leaves scientists with little choice but to embrace innovative methods for controlling the invasion of life-threatening problems. The use of nanotechnology has given scientists an opportunity to create nanomaterials that could help medical professionals in diagnosing and treating problems quickly and effectively. Bio…
Despite advancements in the cloning of the total human genome, biomedical innovations at the patient level are becoming rare events. However, translational medicine is a burgeoning science that shows the potential to reverse the trend. This textbook will comprise a state-of-the-art survey of translational medicine, with emphasis on its emerging scientific backbone, its strengths, and its weakne…
"The scientific proposal-writing process can be a daunting experience for graduate students and young researchers. This book covers all aspects of the process, from structure and style to obtaining research grant funding. Organized much like a research proposal, the book covers identifying a research topic, drafting a hypothesis, conducting a literature review, describing methods for data colle…
The publication of this new textbook in 2005 represented a major advance in the integration of anatomy teaching with the study of clinical medicine. This new edition builds on this well-received approach, bringing the content entirely up to date with increased emphasis on the conditions most commonly encountered by medical students and junior clinicians in training. Structured by body region…
Draw upon the foundations necessary for finding and interpreting research evidence across all healthcare professions. Revised to reflect the most current changes in the field of clinical research in rehabilitation and medicine, you’ll find a growing emphasis on evidence-based practice (EBP) as well as new vocabulary that is being integrated into research and practice across disciplines.
Designed as an accessible introduction to basic scientific principles and their application in professional practice, Forensic Biology provides a concise overview of the field. Focusing solely on the science behind the forensic analysis of biological evidence, this book highlights the principles, methods, and techniques used in forensic serologic and forensic DNA analysis. Divided into two ar…
This book will provide you with succinct information to act appropriately in the emergency care setting, whether in the relative quiet of the night or during the hectic challenge of a weekend afternoon.
Culture, Health and Illness is the leading international textbook on the role of cultural and social factors in health, illness, and medical care. Since first published in 1984, it has been used in over 40 countries within universities, medical schools and nursing colleges. This new edition meets the ever-growing need for a clear starting point in understanding the clinical significance of cult…
Today, mathematics, biology, medicine, and statistics are closing the interdisciplinary gap in an unprecedented way and many of the important unanswered questions now emerge at the interface of these disciplines. Now in its Second Edition, this user-friendly guide on biostatistics focuses on the proper use and interpretation of statistical methods. This textbook does not require extensive backg…
100 Cases in Acute Medicine presents 100 acute conditions commonly seen by medical students and junior doctors in the emergency department, or on the ward, or in the community setting. A succinct summary of the patient's history, examination, and initial investigations, including photographs where relevant, is followed by questions on the diagnosis and management of each case. The answer includ…
Molecular Medicine is the application of genetic or DNA-based knowledge to the modern practice of medicine. Molecular Medicine, 4e, provides contemporary insights into how the genetic revolution is influencing medical thinking and practice. The new edition includes recent changes in personalized medicine, new growth in omics and direct-to-consumer DNA testing, while focusing on advances in the …
Students, residents, and instructors swear by Andreoli and Carpenter's Cecil Essentials of Medicine because it presents just the right amount of information, just the right way. Edited by the late Thomas E. Andreoli, MD as well as Ivor Benjamin, MD, Robert C. Griggs, MD, and Edward J. Wing, MD, it focuses on core principles and how they apply to patient care, covering everything you need to kno…