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1 Clarke's analysis of drugs and poisons : in pharmaceuticals, body fluids and postmortem material Pharmaceutical Press 2004 QV25 C551 2004 v.1-v.2 Advanced bookpic The third edition of this well-established reference book includes about 400 new monographs, giving priority to the more important of the very many new chemicals on the market. As in the earlier edition, Volume One (The third edition of this well established reference book includes about 400 new monographs, giving priority to the more important of the very many new chemicals on the market. As in the earlier edition, Volume One (564 pp) contains chapters dealing with methodology and analytical techniques (Part 1) and Volume Two (1935 pp) contains the monographs (Part 2) and indexes to analytical data (Part 3). Subject indexes covering both volumes are included in each volume. The book is an essential guide for forensic and clinical toxicologists, pathologists, hospital pharmacists, pharmaceutical analysts, clinical pharmacologists, clinical and forensic laboratories, and poison information centres. contains chapters dealing with methodology and analytical techniques (Part 1) and Volume Two contains the monographs (Part 2) and indexes to analytical data (Part 3). Subject indexes covering both volumes are included in each volume. The book is an essential guide for forensic and clinical toxicologists, pathologists, hospital pharmacists, pharmaceutical analysts, clinical pharmacologists, clinical and forensic laboratories, and poison information centres.
2 Clinical forensic medicine : a physician's guide / edited by Margaret M. Stark ; foreword by John Stevens Humana Press 2005 W700 C641 2005 Basic bookpic "The book is a reliable guide for practical forensic case work...recommended to physicians, forensic pathologists, and police officers." - Institute of Legal MedicineReviews of the First edition:"This is the best textbook of clinical forensic medicine ever. It is essential reading for students and practitioners within this developing specialty. It is a most valuable guide and I unreservedly recommend it to all readers of this journal. It is written by a team of professionals from both sides of the Atlantic. The sexual examination (chapter 3) is covered exhaustively and includes 191 references. Similarly the chapter on substance abuse (Stark and Norfolk) covers the subject with great detail and includes 171 references. Traffic medicine, deaths in custody, crowd control agents and NAI are all given first class attention. The book itself has been beautifully printed on good paper. The text is clear and the proof reading cannot be faulted. I strongly advise all medico-legalists, police surgeons and forensic medical practitioners (including GPs) to have this textbook (it is more than a guide) on their shelves. It is required reading for all those who aspire to be forensic physicians or consultants-both in the US and the UK. Many in the allied professions will be well-advised to have access to this book. The Series Editor Karch and Editor Stark together with the Humana Press deserve warm congratulations from us for this superb textbook. The format and the clarity are so appealing. It deserves tremendous success." -Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine"One of the more useful features is a section on the principles of forensic medicine, a topic not typically covered in medical education. Two other topics covered in detail are sexual assault and traffic medicine, both of which have a good deal of relevant forensics not often understood by practitioners...This is a well-written text by an authoritative set of contributors. It is the first such book I have come across which is aimed at physicians." -Doody's Health Sciences Book Review Journal"In this day and age, all health care professionals need to be "forensically aware," especially when it comes to injury interpretation. This book offers basic guidelines on dealing wit fundamental principles of consent, confidentiality, note keeping court reports, and court attendance." -Consultant"...the editor and authors provide a comprehensive and up to date review of the current understanding of clinical forensic medicine. The text is divided logically into ten concise, easy to read chapters, some of which contain very useful "good practice tips."...The editor should be commended for brining together the wealth of experience of several months in a concise, easily readable and highly informative book on a subject of considerable importance not only to workers in the field of clinical forensic medicine but to many other health care professionals." -Resuscitation"...the clinical perspective of this very readable text makes it a useful and needed reference...this book is a welcome edition to a discipline that has few publications accessible to the clinician...it is recommended for most hospital and all academic medical libraries." -E-STREAMS From the reviews of the second edition: "With the recent establishment of the Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine at the Royal College of Physicians, these are interesting times for clinical forensic medicine. … this book covers topics of interest to pathologists, as well as more traditional ‘police surgeon’ fare. A core skill of forensic physicians and pathologists alike is the assessment, documentation and interpretation of injuries, and a ‘multidisciplinary team’ approach is utilised to provide a concise overview of this important topic." (Dr R Jones, American College of Physicians News, Autumn, 2005)
3 Clinical toxicology / [edited by] Marsha D. Ford ... [et al.] W.B. Saunders 2001 QV601 C641 2001 Basic bookpic Reviewer:B. Zane Horowitz, MD(Oregon Health and Science University) Description:This is the fourth full-size textbook entry in the field of clinical toxicology. Although it is organized in a similar fashion to the other texts on the market, it is unique in its tight editing and formatted style, making it a good quick reference source. Purpose:The goal is to provide students, residents, and practitioners with an authoritative, affordable textbook of medical toxciology, one whose format allows easy access to clinical information. The editors have succeeded in keeping their authors on track with the tight format, thus allowing the user the ability to quickly look up key information needed for assesment and treatment of toxicology. Some detailed pathophysiology has been stripped out in order to keep this text to task, but overall this is a very usable book for the non-toxicologist. Audience:The text is aimed at medical students or residents doing a rotation in toxicology. All chapters are written by well recognized and published authorities in the field. The editors are to be commended for keeping their many authors reigned in to a specific format, as each chapter is similarly organized. I thought the real test of this text would be to replace the bedside "bible" kept by the on-call fellow or toxicologist with a copy of this book to see if answering those difficult middle of the night calls was affected. I used the text for several nights this way. Although I was already familiar with most of the subject matter, I tried to put myself in the place of a fellow or resident in training to see if what I had just read would be comprehensive enough to provide information to the caller in search of consulation. Much like the commercial where the coffee in the fine restaurant is secretly replaced with the store brand, this new text performed as well as the more traditional text in toxicology. Features:This book covers all aspects of toxicology, much in the same order as the traditional texts. The first sections are devoted to general mangement principles and organ system approaches to poisoning. Uniquely, the central nervous system discussion is broken out in the three chapters on presentations of CNS depression, agitation, and seizures. The remainder of the text covers each of the many toxins encountered in clinical practice in depth. There are few photos of the usual toxic fauna and flora, but this is not the intent of this book. There are no novel products or chapters in this book that are not as well covered in other textbooks. However, almost every chapter does have a succinct treatment summary table for those needing only a quick reference. Assessment:If you teach toxicology and require a textbook for students or residents, this would be one to get. It also would serve well as a reference for a busy emergency department. In fact, it would probably need to be nailed to the countertop so it doesn't disappear into the grasp of the last user, who will undoubtedly take a strong liking to it. However, for those already in practice of toxicology, with one or more of the other textbooks already in your possession, there is relatively little new in this effort. I would reccomend most poison centers have a copy, especially for the poison information specialists on the phones who may need to look up information quickly.The editors are to be commended for producing a text meeting their stated objective of producing a reference for the practitioner.
4 Criminal poisoning : clinical and forensic perspectives / edited by Christopher P. Holstege ... [et al.] Jones and Bartlett Publishers 2011 QV600 C929 2011 Basic bookpic Criminal Poisoning: Clinical And Forensic Perspectives Offers Health Care Providers, Investigators And Attorneys A Comprehensive Look At The History, Employment And Ex Post Facto Analysis Of Criminal Poisoning. Drawing On The Vast Expertise Of The Authors—Law Enforcement Agents And Physicians With Robust Experience In The Realm Of Criminal Poisoning—Criminal Poisoning: Clinical And Forensic Perspectives Covers The Illegal Use Of Poisons To Harm People And The Methods Of Detection Available To Investigators And Prosecutors. Each Chapter Covers A Specific Toxin, From Acids And Herbals To Drugs Of Abuse, And Includes A Case Study That Explains The Diagnostic Challenges Associated With Detecting And Prosecuting A Criminal Poisoning. What’S More, The Book Delves Into Who May Poison—Including The Psychological Factors That Motivate Someone To Kill—And Who May Be A Likely Victim.
5 Criminal poisoning : investigational guide for law enforcement, toxicologists, forensic scientists, and attorneys / John Harris Trestrail, III Humana Press 2007 QV600 T799c 2007 Basic bookpic In this revised and expanded edition of his critically acclaimed Criminal Poisoning: Investigational Guide for Law Enforcement, Toxicologists, Forensic Scientists, and Attorneys, leading forensic scientist John Trestrail offers a pioneering survey of all that is known about the use of poison as a weapon in murder. Topics range from the use of poisons in history and literature to convicting the poisoner in court, and include a review of the different types of poisons, techniques for crime scene investigation, and the critical essentials of the forensic autopsy. The author updates what is currently known about poisoners in general (psychological profile, types, and statistical analyses) and their victims (who gets poisoned, investigative considerations, and classic symptoms of poisoning). The Appendix has been updated to include the more commonly used poisons, as well as the use of antifreeze as a poison, to reflect some cases that have recently come to light. 　 Comprehensive and fully updated, Criminal Poisoning: Investigational Guide for Law Enforcement, Toxicologists, Forensic Scientists, and Attorneys, Second Edition, offers forensic scientists, police and private investigators, forensic psychologists, and criminal lawyers a unique one-volume summary of the knowledge and techniques needed to solve the near-invisible crime of poisoning and convict the perpetrator.
6 DNA : forensic and legal applications / Lawrence Kobilinsky, Thomas F. Liotti, Jamel Oeser-Sweat Wiley-Interscience 2005 W750 K758d 2005 Advanced bookpic "We are sure that DNA: Forensic and Legal Applications will play its part in promoting this most powerful tool in the forensic scientist’s armamentarium." 　 –James Watson, PhD 　 –Jan Witkowski. PhD 　 Because it consists of a number of complex steps and procedures subject to both scientific and legal standards, the collection, analysis, presentation, and interpretation of DNA evidence remains a complex process. Any procedural or documentary misstep can potentially render key evidence or testimony useless. To avoid such costly errors, scientists, law enforcement personnel, attorneys, and judges all must possess a detailed knowledge of how forensic DNA works, from the crime scene to the laboratory to the courtroom and beyond. 　　DNA: Forensic and Legal Applications provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date guide to this important and increasingly prevalent legal tool. Designed to reach readers in both legal and scientific fields, this text gives a global view of the practical issues involved in the forensic use of DNA. In clear, nontechnical language, the text covers: ◎ A scientific overview of DNA and common DNA tests ◎ Techniques used by criminalists on the path from crime scene to final laboratory analysis ◎ Procedures used to analyze biological evidence ◎ Human genetics, population genetics, and statistics in the context of DNA testing and genetic profiling ◎ Understanding and interpreting DNA evidence with respect to past and present law ◎ Concepts and procedures used in challenging or defending DNA evidence ◎ Postconviction appeals based on analysis of existing DNA evidence, including a discussion of The Innocence Project 　 The future of DNA technology with respect to legal evidence gathering and analysis In a unique combination of legal practice and scientific analysis, DNA: Forensic and Legal Applications provides forensic scientists, potential expert witnesses, and professionals in the criminal justice system with the definitive resource on the methods of DNA analysis as well as the handling, potential, and limitations of DNA evidence.
7 Entomology and the law : flies as forensic indicators / Bernard Greenberg and John Charles Kunich Cambridge University Press 2002 W820 G798e 2002 Advanced bookpic Insect-related evidence is one of the most powerful, least understood examples of modern forensic science. Entomology and the Law is a detailed roadmap from crime scene to courtroom--for entomologists, law enforcement personnel and lawyers preparing for trial. Part I focuses on carrion flies as forensic indicators, exploring relevant biology clearly and concisely illustrated by real-life cases. Part II is a thorough examination of the law of scientific evidence worldwide, complete with caselaw, applicable code provisions, and legal issues relevant to the admissibility and use of forensic entomology in litigation.
8 Essential forensic biology / Alan Gunn Wiley-Blackwell 2009 W700 G976e 2009 Basic bookpic Essential Forensic Biology, Second Edition is an introduction to the application of biology in legal investigations. Fully revised and updated throughout, the second edition of this highly successful textbook offers an accessible overview to the essentials of the subject providing a balanced coverage of the range of organisms used as evidence in forensic investigations; invertebrates, vertebrates, plants and microbes. 　 The book provides an overview of the decay process and discusses the role of forensic indicators – human fluids and tissues, including blood cells, bloodstain pattern analysis, hair, teeth, bones, and wounds. It also examines the study of forensic biology in cases of suspicious death. 　 The coverage of molecular techniques has been expanded throughout with additional material on bioterrorism and wildlife forensics now included. The use of DNA and RNA for the identification of individuals and their personal characteristics is now covered along with a discussion of the ethical issues associated with the maintenance of DNA databases. ◎ Fully revised and updated new edition of this highly successful textbook. ◎ Includes self-assessment questions at the end of each chapter and case studies hroughout. ◎ Now in full colour throughout and includes a supplementary website (www.wileyeurope.com/college/gunn) covering additional material and self-test questions to reinforce student understanding.
9 Forensic anthropology and medicine : complementary sciences from recovery to cause of death / edited by Aurore Schmitt, Eugenia Cunha, and Joao Pinheiro Humana Press 2006 W750 F7124 2006 Basic bookpic The aim of this book is to dissect forensic anthropology and forensic pathology in its various and valuable contributions to contemporary society. It gives answers and approaches key questions to this sciences' growing audience within different countries in the recent years. It aims to provide a practical approach to the investigation of bodies that are not fresh enough to be considered a normal forensic case. The specialists of both areas can have in a single book the useful tools and practical recommendations of these specialities (forensic anthropology and forensic pathology) that are spread among other textbooks. 　　It proposes original, illustrated, and updated articles on the four parameters of the biological profile; it discusses the factors of individualization; it explains the decay process of a body and the relevance of each step for forensic sciences, providing a useful approach to investigate such corpses; it reviews bone trauma; it facilitate the access to a number of international organizations and protocols related with the subject; it compares the perspectives of expertises from different countries, namely Europe, North America, and Latin America. The majority of the authors found in this volume have quite a lot of experience with the subjects that they discuss. Finally, this book provides a bridge between forensic anthropology and forensic pathology, and brings practical advice from physical anthropology. 　　Forensic Anthropology and Medicine: Complementary Sciences From Recovery to Cause of Death presents both forensic anthropology and forensic pathology in their various and valuable contributions to contemporary society. Providing original, illustrated, and updated articles on the four parameters of the biological profile, this text encompasses the factors of individualization; the decay process of a body and the relevance of each step for forensic sciences; bone trauma; access to a number of international organizations; and protocols related with the subject, all with perspectives of expertise from different countries, namely Europe, North America, and Latin America. 　　 Forensic Anthropology and Medicine: Complementary Sciences From Recovery to Cause of Death strengthens the contributions of forensic anthropologists in the main stages of forensic work (recovery, identification, and determination of cause of death). Organized in five parts, Part I presents both disciplines-forensic anthropology and forensic medicine focused specially on forensic pathology. Part II contains techniques for age estimation of living individuals for reasons of imputability, one of the growing subfields of forensic anthropology. Part III discusses all the steps of forensic analysis, precisely from recovery to the cause of death. Part IV reviews the state of knowledge on assessing gender, age, stature, and ancestry from skeletal remains, discussing and reviewing the question of personal identity. Part V presents a clear example of the real value of a multidisciplinary investigation, with mass disasters and crimes against humanity highlighted. 　　Comprehensive and written by experts in the field, Forensic Anthropology and Medicine: Complementary Sciences From Recovery to Cause of Death offers forensic scientists, anthropologists, medical doctors, and police officers a bridge between forensic anthropology and forensic pathology that will grow and develop very closely in the future, whenever humanity has the need.
10 Forensic cardiovascular medicine / Basil RuDusky CRC Press 2009 W750 R917f 2009 Advanced bookpic Advance Praise for Forensic Cardiovascular Medicine 　 "Using his vast experience in the medical-legal theater, Dr. RuDusky addresses a very complicated field in a simple and concise manner. Stressing the importance of honesty, integrity, and accuracy of data, he provides an insightful and interesting approach to the problems facing today's medical community." — John H. Ellis, IV, M.D., F.A.C.C., Chairman, Department of Cardiology, Wyoming Valley Healthcare System and Wilkes-Barre General Hospital "... a must-read for any new and training physician … I now understand why Dr. RuDusky is considered to be a medical expert in his own right." — Damien M. Marycz, M.D., Internal Medicine Resident, Cleveland Clinic "Dr. RuDusky has always been fair, impartial, logical, and concise in his analysis … This book adds significantly to a better understanding of the complex medicine behind his opinions." — Robert K. Randall, Prominent Midwest malpractice attorney "…this book is significant … a major contribution for use by physicians, physicians’ students, lawyers and judges connected with the field of forensic medicine in many different contexts." —Michael D. Schottland, Prominent East Coast malpractice attorney An Essential Text from a World-Renowned Expert in Cardiology 　　A unique resource for medical examiners and forensic specialists, Forensic Cardiovascular Medicine draws upon Dr. Basil RuDusky’s vast experience to provide coverage of the clinical aspects of cardiac disease in a forensic context. The book emphasizes some of the most frequently encountered cardiovascular medical problems facing the medical examiner or forensic medical specialist, while also placing special emphasis on those conditions and disease states that are apt to be overlooked, misdiagnosed, or tardily considered. ◎ Covers death certificates, autopsies, and the role of the medical examiner ◎ Presents 25 case studies from the author’s experience to illustrate concepts, including cardiac trauma, vascular abnormalities, specific cardiopathic disorders, and toxic, physical, technical, epidemiological, and social influences ◎ Contains the first complete classification of myocardial contusion and blunt cardiac trauma ◎ Includes a special section on the cardiovascular effects of breast cancer therapy 　　Dr. RuDusky has served as a consultant for the federal government, corporations, insurance companies, and independent medical service agencies. He sits on the manuscript review board for several medical journals and is associate editor of Angiology, the official international journal of the American Society of Angiology and the International Academy of Clinical and Applied Thrombosis/Hemostasis. In this volume, he brings his considerable expertise to this survey of the topic.
11 Forensic dentistry / edited by David R. Senn, Paul G. Stimson CRC Press 2010 W705 F715 2010 e-book Basic bookpic The identification of unknown individuals and the estimation of age, race, and gender are among the chief functions of forensic dentistry. Other important applications include the investigation and analysis of bitemarks and oral injuries in abuse cases and evaluating, reporting, and testifying in civil litigation cases. Twelve years after the benchmark first edition of this book explored these topics, the long-awaited Forensic Dentistry, Second Edition offers a comprehensive update and revision of the material. 　　Offering insight from many new contributors on the cutting edge of forensic science and odontology, this new edition expands the book’s scope to include a broader historical and theoretical analysis, a thorough assessment of the past decade’s developments, and a far-reaching projection of future trends. New topics in the second edition include: 　　 ◎Forensic dental radiography 　　 ◎Age estimation 　　 ◎Jurisprudence and legal issues 　　 ◎History of forensic dentistry 　　 ◎Landmark cases, including September 11th and Hurricane Katrina 　　In order for forensic odontology to continue to progress as a specialty of forensic science, there must be a consistent stream of new ideas and original and applied research. Heavily illustrated and enhanced with a 16-page color insert with additional photos, this volume captures the critical issues that confront today’s forensic dentist, explores the field’s limitations, and provides a window on the future of this crucial sector within the forensic identification science arena.
12 Forensic emergency medicine / editors, Jonathan S. Olshaker, M. Christine Jackson, William S. Smock ; editorial coordinator, Linda J. Kesselring Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 2007 W700 F7147 2007 Basic bookpic Updated for its Second Edition, this text provides the information emergency departments need about the medicolegal aspects of treating victims of violence, motor vehicle accidents, sexual assault, child abuse, elder abuse, and intimate partner abuse. It offers detailed guidelines on interviewing and examining the victim and collecting, preserving, and documenting evidence for legal proceedings. The book includes a chapter by an attorney on expert testimony and a chapter on forensic photography. A full-color photo insert illustrates injury patterns and key evidence. This edition provides increased coverage of motor vehicle accidents, DNA evidence, and new drugs of abuse. Doody Review Services Reviewer: Leslie Zun, MD (Mt. Sinai Hospital Medical Center) Description: This is an excellent reference to fill the knowledge gap of emergency physicians in the area of forensic emergency medicine. Diverse, but rather complete content is provided including a chapter on forensic photography. Purpose: The authors intended to provide a reference on the new field of forensic emergency medicine. For the most part, they have met all of their objectives and more. Audience: The book is written primarily for practicing emergency physicians. The authors assembled a diverse group of contributing authors. Features: A number of subject areas are covered. Unique areas covered include interviewing techniques, description of perpetrators, testifying, law enforcement, and photography. The book has a limited number of wonderful photographs. The only shortcomings are the lack of information on failure to thrive in children and a limited description of victims of violence. Assessment: This is a wonderful addition to an emergency medicine library and should find its place next to the color atlas on child abuse and assault. It fills a number of gaps on the literature of emergency medicine.
13 Forensic issues in alcohol testing / edited by Steven B. Karch CRC Press 2008 W775 F7154 2008 Basic bookpic Extracted from the Drug Abuse Handbook, 2nd edition, to give you just the information you need at an affordable price. 　　Forensic Issues in Alcohol Testing offers concise and focused information specific to the interests of forensic scientists and clinical and forensic toxicologists. It analyzes the acute effects of alcohol intoxication and the methods by which investigators can measure alcohol concentration in blood, urine, and breath. It considers extenuating circumstances affecting acute impairment by detailing the disposition and fate of alcohol in the body as well as the factors influencing absorption, distribution, and elimination. Specific chapters address difficulties in measuring and interpreting post-mortem alcohol concentrations due to poor quality of specimen, sampling site differences, and post-mortem diffusion or synthesis. Recent advances in biochemical testing make it possible to quantitate chronic alcohol ingestion, and the book analyzes the efficacy of these tests as evaluators of dependence or potential for dependence.
14 Fundamentals of analytical toxicology / Robert J. Flanagan ... [et al.] John Wiley & Sons 2007 QV602 F9805 2007 Advanced bookpic The analytical toxicologist may be required to detect, identify, and in many cases measure a wide variety of compounds in samples from almost any part of the body or in related materials such as residues in syringes or in soil. This book aims to give principles and practical information on the analysis of drugs and poisons in biological specimens, particularly clinical and forensic specimens. 　　After providing some background information the book covers aspects of sample collection, transport, storage and disposal, and sample preparation. Analytical techniques - colour tests and spectrophotometry, chromatography and electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, and immunoassay – are covered in depth, and a chapter is devoted to the analysis of trace elements and toxic metals. General aspects of method implementation/validation and laboratory operation are detailed, as is the role of the toxicology laboratory in validating and monitoring the performance of point of care testing (POCT) devices. The book concludes with reviews of xenobiotic absorption, distribution and metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and general aspects of the interpretation of analytical toxicology results. ◎ A clearly written, practical, integrated approach to the basics of analytical toxicology. ◎ Focuses on analytical, statistical and pharmacokinetic principles rather than detailed applications. ◎ Assumes only a basic knowledge of analytical chemistry. ◎ An accompanying website provides additional material and links to related sites www.wiley.com/go/flanagantoxicology. 　　Written by an experienced team of authors, this book will prove invaluable for those starting out in a career in analytical toxicology across a wide range of disciplines including clinical and forensic science, food safety, and pharmaceutical development.
15 Fundamentals of toxicologic pathology / Wanda M. Haschek, Colin G. Rousseaux, Matthew A. Wallig Elsevier/Academic Press 2010 QV600 F981 2010 e-book Basic bookpic Reviewer:Joan M. Mankowski, MD(University of Illinois at Chicago) Description:This is an organ system-based textbook of current principles and knowledge in toxicologic pathology. Purpose:The purpose is to provide a condensed and updated version of the editors' 1991 reference text, the Handbook of Toxicologic Pathology. It describes the morphologic and structural affects of toxicants and the basic mechanisms which produce those changes. This revision foregoes the detailed description of mechanisms and descriptive morphology while retaining the core material. The editors have succeeded in producing a very readable, basic textbook of current toxicologic pathology. Audience:The book's intended audience spans a wide spectrum from graduate students in toxicology, pathology, and environmental sciences to academic scientists and hospital pathologists. Its emphasis on core principles and mechanisms will prove most beneficial to graduate students and those requiring less detailed information. Features:The book provides many high quality, well labeled reproductions of light and electron micrographs. The diagrams and tables generally achieve the correct balance of completeness and conciseness. The end of chapter suggested readings are up to date, although somewhat scant. A glossary completing the chapter on chemical carcinogenesis is a thoughtful and useful feature. Assessment:This book will be an excellent resource for graduate students in toxicology, pathology, and environmental health studies. It provides a thorough organ system based overview of current knowledge and fundamental principlesof toxicologic pathology, devoid of the detailed treatment of descriptive morphology and mechanisms provided in reference texts.
16 Genetic witness : science, law, and controversy in the making of DNA profiling / Jay D. Aronson Rutgers University Press 2007 W611.AA1 A769g 2007 Advanced bookpic When DNA profiling was first introduced into the American legal system in 1987, it was heralded as a technology that would revolutionize law enforcement. As an investigative tool, it has lived up to much of this hype - it is regularly used to track down unknown criminals, put murderers and rapists behind bars, and exonerate the innocent. Yet, this promise took ten turbulent years to be fulfilled. In "Genetic Witness", Jay D. Aronson uncovers the dramatic early history of DNA profiling that has been obscured by the technique's recent success. He demonstrates that robust quality control and quality assurance measures were initially nonexistent, interpretation of test results was based more on assumption than empirical evidence, and the technique was susceptible to error at every stage. Most of these issues came to light only through defense challenges to what prosecutors claimed to be an infallible technology. Although this process was fraught with controversy, inefficiency, and personal antagonism, the quality of DNA evidence improved dramatically as a result. Aronson argues, however, that the dream of a perfect identification technology remains unrealized.
17 Goldfrank's toxicologic emergencies / [edited by] Neal E. Flomenbaum ... [et al.] Medical Pub. Division 2006 QV600 G618 2006 Basic bookpic Reviewer:B. Zane Horowitz, MD(Oregon Health and Science University) Description:This is the eighth edition of the well-regarded Goldfrank's Toxicologic Emergencies, which has evolved from its early years as a series of interesting toxicologic cases to the definitive reference for the field of toxicology. This update comes four years after the seventh edition and it retains much that has made this an authoritative textbook, adds 30 new chapters, and a "new to this edition" online link to color photographs. Purpose:The preface states that the authors "continue to proudly offer readers an approach to medical toxicology based on case studies." These objectives stem from the inception of the original text in which each chapter is opened with an illustrated case. In some prior editions, this was followed by a didactic discourse in the form of questions and answers to questions posed, in a roundsmanship style. This approach has been abandoned in the last few editions and the more common form of subheadings based on clinical presentation, physiology, and treatment is followed so that users can quickly find the information they need. Audience:The ultimate audience for this book includes medical toxicologists and emergency physicians who treat toxicologic emergencies, as the title implies. However, it is a useful book for other fields where toxicology issues arise and expertise is needed. This should be a valued addition to the libraries of pediatricians, internists, and occupational physicians. The authors, all members of the New York City poison center, use an impressive list of nationally recognized experts for chapter authors. Features:The book is well organized. After three chapters on historical perspectives, the first section on the general approach to overdose management discusses principles in management, imaging, lab testing, treatment, pharmacokinetics, and enhanced elimination. The next section is one often thumbed though extensively when investigating a difficult case, as it contains a discussion on how toxins affect each body organ, chapter by chapter, along with lists of differential diagnoses of arcane presenting symptoms -- everything from retinal injury to blue urine. Excellent chapters on neurotransmitters have been updated. Chapters on special populations, covered in other sections in the last edition, are organized at the end of this section (postmortem toxicology, geriatrics, pediatric). The remainder of the book is organized by groups of substances, presented first with a case report, and followed with a comprehensive review of the substance's physiology, clinical manifestations, and treatment approach. Individual antidotes have their own chapters right after the substances for which they are used, another unique aspect of this book, and the revised index better reflects the location of these compared with the last edition. When one has written the "bible" of toxicology textbooks and revised it now for eight editions, one wonders what new revelations it can contain. Is there a DaVinci code for Goldfrank's? Well in this new edition, there is. Every book has a tear-out one page reference which includes a 20-digit alphanumeric code so that the user can log onto a protected website to get access to an array of color photos on plants, venomous animals, and more. But according to the book plate, access expires in around four years, presumably just in time for the ninth edition to be published. Nonetheless, this new online novelty is not likely to be used as much as the hefty volume itself. Assessment:Once the lone "Old Testament" in medical toxicology, Goldfrank's now competes with at least four other comprehensive texts in what is becoming a crowded field. Ellenhorn's, now revised as Dart's Medical Toxicology, 3rd edition (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2004), Brent's Critical Care Toxicology: Diagnosis and Management of the Critically Poisoned Patient (Elsevier, 2005), Haddad's Clinical Management of Poisoning and Drug Overdose, 3rd edition (Elsevier, 1998), and Ford's Clinical Toxicology (Elsevier, 2002) all cover some common ground. Each has its own strengths in a few unique chapters or by an approach to decision making. However, the breadth of Goldfrank's new edition makes it worth purchasing for anyone who frequently, or even occasionally, treats toxicologic cases, even for those who own earlier editions. The editors and authors are to be commended for their compulsive revision, with attention to detail, every four years of this authoritative book.
18 Haddad and Winchester's clinical management of poisoning and drug overdose / [edited by] Michael W. Shannon, Stephen W. Borron, Michael J. Burns Saunders/Elsevier 2007 QV601 C639 2007 Basic bookpic The fourth edition of Haddad and Winchester's Clinical Management of Poisoning and Drug Overdose is the most current, authoritative, and concise reference for information related to the clinical management of children and adults whose health has been effected or potentially effected by toxic agents, including drugs, environmental threats, and natural toxins. ◎ Presents a comprehensive treatment of poisoning through more than 100 chapters in 10 sections ◎ Templated format provides key information in a format that is easy to find and understand ◎ International authorship, allowing text to address issues globally as poisoning and drug overdose are worldwide issues ◎ Presents a stunning full-color design which is essential for identifying environmental toxins ◎ New chapters on occupational and environmental toxicology ◎ Expanded sections on bioterrorism ◎ Added three editors who are toxicologists and changed editors for individual chapters
19 Handbook of forensic neuropsychology / editors, Arthur MacNeill Horton, Jr., Lawrence C. Hartlage Springer Pub. Co 2010 W740 H2361 2010 Advanced bookpic This book serves as an updated authoritative contemporary reference work intended for use by forensic neuropsychologists, psychiatrists, neurologists, neurosurgeons, pediatricians, attorneys, judges, law students, police officers, special educators, and clinical and school psychologists, among other professionals. This book discusses the foundations of forensic neuropsychology, ethical/legal issues, practice issues and special areas and populations. Key topics discussed include the principles of brain structure and function, history of clinical neuropsychology, neuropsychology of intelligence, normative and scaling issues, and symptom validity testing and neuroimaging. Special areas and populations will include disability and fitness for duty evaluations, aging and dementia, children and adolescents, autism spectrum disorders, substance abuse, and Neurotoxicology. A concluding section focuses on the future of forensic neuropsychology.
20 An introduction to forensic DNA analysis / Norah Rudin, Keith Inman CRC Press 2002 W786 I57 2002 Basic bookpic Significant advances in DNA analysis techniques have surfaced since the 1997 publication of the bestselling An Introduction to Forensic DNA Analysis. DNA typing has become increasingly automated and miniaturized. Also, with the advent of Short Tandem Repeat (STR) technology, even the most minute sample of degraded DNA can yield a profile, providing valuable case information. However, just as the judicial system slowly and reluctantly accepted RFLP and AmpliTypeR PM+DQA1 typing, it is now scrutinizing the admissibility of STRs. 　　Acknowledging STR typing as the current system of choice, An Introduction to Forensic DNA Analysis, Second Edition translates new and established concepts into plain English so that laypeople can gain insight into how DNA analysis works, from sample collection to interpretation of results. In response to the shift toward more efficient techniques, the authors cover the legal admissibility of STR typing, expand the chapter on DNA databases, and revise the section on automated analysis. They also present key decisions and appellate or supreme court rulings that provide precedent at the state and federal levels. 　　Discussing forensic DNA issues from both a scientific and a legal perspective, the authors of An Introduction to Forensic DNA Analysis, Second Edition present the material in a manner understandable by professionals in the legal system, law enforcement, and forensic science. They cover general principles in a clear fashion and include a glossary of terms and other useful appendices for easy reference. centres.
21 Introduction to statistics for forensic scientists / David Lucy John Wiley & Sons 2005 W700 L83 2005 Advanced bookpic Introduction to Statistics for Forensic Scientists gently guides the reader through the key statistical techniques used to evaluate various types of forensic evidence. Assuming only a modest mathematical background, the book uses real-life examples from forensic science literature and forensic case-work to illustrate relevant statistical concepts and methods. Opening with a brief overview of the history and use of statistics within forensic science, the text goes on to introduce statistical techniques commonly used to examine data obtained during laboratory experiments. There is a strong emphasis of the evaluation of scientific observation as evidence and modern Bayesian approaches to interpreting forensic data for the courts. The analysis of key forms of evidence is discussed throughout with a particular forces on DNA, fibres and glass. Introduces key statistical techniques used in the evaluation of forensic evidence. Included the end of chapter exercises to enhance student understanding. Numerous examples taken from forensic science put the subject into context. An essential introduction to the statistical interpretation of forensic evidence, this book be invaluable for all undergraduates taking courses in forensic science.
22 Manual of forensic emergency medicine : a guide for clinicians / edited by Ralph J. Riviello Jones and Bartlett Publishers 2010 W700 M294 2010 Basic bookpic Manual of Forensic Emergency Medicine is a comprehensive guide to the clinical approach to criminal illness and injury. This resource offers emergency care professionals the knowledge needed to make an accurate diagnosis of abuse, neglect, sexual assault or other conditions in which forensic investigation is needed. This book offers information on victim services and resources available for patients, as well as relevant aspects of the legal system. This essential guide contains color photos, a forensic glossary, and forensic forms that can be used in a clinical practice. Key Topics include: Forensic Documentation; Firearms; Evidence Collection in the ED; and Gang Violence.
23 Pediatric homicide : medical investigation / edited by Karen Griest CRC Press 2010 W700 P371 2010 Advanced bookpic Pediatric homicide investigations are clouded by a number of factors, not the least of which is a lack of straightforward resources. The cause of death in infants and children is often subtle and difficult to establish. Designed for quick access, Pediatric Homicide: Medical Investigation provides an invaluable resource for medical examiners, police, child abuse investigators, and attorneys charged with either making or ruling out the diagnosis of homicide. Focusing on forensic pathology aspects, this book covers the causes of death which are most difficult to determine, including: 　　 ◎head injury 　　 ◎asphyxiation 　　 ◎drowning 　　 ◎abdominal trauma 　　 ◎poisoning 　　 ◎tarvation and dehydration 　　 With contributions by a team of expert pathologists, the book provides a scientific foundation for diagnosing homicide, discusses methods to determine the timing of injuries and death, and reviews the legal requirements for presenting evidence in court. More than 100 photographs enhance the text and clarify the source of injury in these difficult cases.
24 Postmortem toxicology of abused drugs / edited by Steven B. Karch CRC Press 2008 W825 P858 2008 Advanced bookpic Extracted from the Drug Abuse Handbook, 2nd edition, to give you just the information you need at an affordable price. 　　Postmortem Toxicology of Abused Drugs considers the role of toxicology in the investigation of homicide, suicide, accident, natural death, and overdose. It gives practical insights and case reviews on conducting toxicology tests and completing toxicology reports. It explains chain of custody; specimen collection and security; sampling of blood, urine, bile, and vitreous humor; and the selection of post-mortem specimens. Analyzing various testing procedures, the book covers simple chemical tests, microdiffusion tests, chromatography, spectroscopy, and more. It also discusses methods and strategies for analysis; and covers quality assurance protocols and controls. To help avoid common pitfalls, the text demonstrates the proper interpretation of postmortem drug levels based on knowledge of pharmacokinetics, metabolism, and pharmacogenetics; post-mortem redistribution and diffusion; and other considerations such as synergistic toxicity, and drug instability. Heavily referenced and containing several tables, figures, and useful appendices, this book is a handy reference for forensic scientists and medical examiners involved with death investigation.
25 Toxicogenomics : principles and applications / edited by Hisham K. Hamadeh, Cynthia A. Afshari Wiley-Liss 2004 QV38 T7548 2004 Advanced bookpic With the sequencing of human and other genomes completed, the new field of toxicogenomics is now emerging into the realm of practice. This field brings together many different disciplines to incorporate current genomics knowledge into traditional toxicology. By finding more precise ways to measure the response of living systems and environments to chemical exposures, toxicogenomics promises to greatly alter and improve the drug development process, to name just one area of application. Toxicogenomics: Principles and Applications provides a unified, thorough text on key breakthrough technologies in genomics, proteomics, metabonomics, and bioinformatics, as well as their applications to toxicology research. Coverage includes: ◎A general introduction to toxicology for nonspecialists ◎Microarray/high-density gene expression profiling ◎Quantitative RNA measurement ◎Analysis of metabolites (metabonomics) ◎Statistics and databases for toxicogenomics ◎Functional genomics models ◎Protein analysis and profiling 　　 Throughout Toxicogenomics, the emphasis remains on information practitioners can put to use immediately. Numerous illustrations support the text, and a helpful summary lists key software and Internet tools, as well as additional resources. Written for specialists and nonspecialists alike, Toxicogenomics gives a wide range of researchers access to the unique combination of disciplines that characterize this exciting new field.
26 Weight-of-evidence for forensic DNA profiles / David J. Balding John Wiley & Sons 2005 W725 B177w 2005 Advanced bookpic Balding (statistical genetics, Imperial College, London) offers a textbook to help forensic scientists charged with presenting DNA evidence in court with preparing statements that are fair, clear, and helpful to courts; and to respond to questioning by judges and lawyers. He introduces the weight-of-evidence theory, first informally then more formally using likelihood ratios. Throughout, he assumes the context of US, British, and Commonwealth legal systems in which guilt or innocence is decided by lay juries, but says the principles can be applied to any legal system. Solutions for the end-of-chapter exercises are provided in the back.
27 辛普森法醫學 / Richard Shepherd原著; 李俊億,陳穎柔譯 合記 2006 586.66 4422 Basic bookpic 《辛普森法醫學》是許多法醫專家的第一本參考書，也是目前許多英語系國家法醫學導論課程的教科書。本書自第一版迄今已超過35年，其間不斷地增入新知與探討多元的法醫學議題：從製作鑑定報告、法庭作證要訣、醫學倫理、醫療糾紛，以及各類型創傷與死亡原因的研判等，皆是本書的重要精髓。而內容的精簡實用讓法務人員快速正確地應用在案例上，提高破案效率。對於律師、檢察官、鑑識人員、刑事警察等相關人員更是不可或缺的工具書。