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pediatric, placental, serosal membranes,
soft tissue and
bone, statistics,
stem cells, thyroid, transfusion medicine
Books by
publisher: AFIP, CAP, WHO
Dermatology
Books by Topic: cosmetic, dermoscopy,
general, infectious,
Mohs, pediatric, surgery, tumors
Adams:
Recovery, Analysis, and Identification of Commingled Human Remains
By Bradley J Adams and John E Byrd
2008 (1st ed), 310 pages, $129
list
Mass fatality events can result
in the intermixing, or commingling, of human remains. In this text, top
professionals illustrate successful techniques for sorting and determining the
number of individuals, the role of DNA, ethical considerations and data management.
more
Breeze:
Microbial Forensics; May 2005, 448 pages, $130. Describes the new and growing field of
Microbial Forensics-the science that will help bring to justice criminals and
terrorists who use biological material to cause harm. This book describes the foundation of the field of microbial
forensics and will serve as a basic primer to initiate those scientists and
officials that have an interest in the topic.
Buckleton:
Forensic DNA Evidence Interpretation; December 2004, 534
pages, $130. Discusses
interpretation of DNA profiles after they have been collected, stored,
transferred, and analyzed.
Includes the biological basis for DNA evidence; a framework for
interpreting evidence; population genetic models; relatedness; validating
databases; sampling effects; mixtures; low copy number; nonautosomal forensic
markers; parentage testing; disaster victim identification, identification of
missing persons, immigration cases; and DNA intelligence databases. more
Butler:
Forensic DNA Typing : Biology, Technology, and Genetics behind STR Markers;
February 2005 (2nd edition), 688 pages, $80. Includes the latest information on DNA typing systems, Y
chromosome material and mitochondrial DMNA markers. New chapters cover statistical genetic analysis of DNA data,
an emerging field of interest to DNA research.
Byard:
Sudden Death in the Young
By Roger Byard
2010 (3rd ed), 700 pages, 800
illus, $250 list
Determining the cause of death in
children and young adults can pose considerable challenges. Professor Byard
provides for the first time a complete overview of pathological aspects of
sudden death in the young, from before birth to middle adult life. Highly
illustrated with more than 800 colour figures, this third edition contains new
sections on sexual abuse, pregnancy-related deaths and rare natural diseases,
as well as expanded coverage of unexpected death in young adults up to the age
of 30 years. Chapters are organised by systems and cover all aspects of natural
death, as well as accidents, suicides and homicides. Supported by extensive
referencing and numerous tables, the book can also be used as a practical
autopsy manual. An encyclopaedic overview and analysis of sudden death in the
young, this is a key text for pediatric and forensic pathologists,
pediatricians, and lawyers and physicians involved in medicolegal cases.
CAP: Basic
Competencies in Forensic Pathology: A Forensic Pathology Primer
By CAP
2006 (1st ed), 225 pages, $35 list
Basic
Competencies in Forensic Pathology outlines the concepts and techniques used in forensic
pathology. Prepared by the Forensic Pathology Committee of the College of
American Pathologists in conjunction with the National Association of Medical
Examiners, the primer is intended to be a quick reference for pathologists in
training and those who do occasional forensic autopsies.
Carracedo:
Forensic DNA Typing Protocols (Methods in Molecular Biology); January 2005, 292 pages, $100.
International forensic geneticists describe the steps involved in the
laboratory methods they use for DNA identity analysis, including Y chromosome
haplotyping, mtDNA, and SNP typing. Protocols are provided DNA quantification
using real-time PCR on forensic samples and for the determination of the number
of amelogenine gene copies.
Corrigan: Essential Forensic Pathology
By Gilbert Corrigan
2012 (1st ed), 248 pages, $100
list
A thorough and unique reference,
this text is ideal for those entering the field of forensic pathology.
Beginning with a brief review of the essentials, the book outlines 15 different
sets of learning experiences available to a trainee. Providing comprehensive
coverage of causes and modes of death, the book focuses on 40 autopsy
experiences through which the forensic pathology resident is likely to rotate.
For each topic, the chapters provide an emphasis on the objective to be reached
and include discussion questions as a guide.
Dart:
Medical Toxicology
By Richard C Dart
2003 (3rd ed), 2304 pages, 250
illus, $199 list
This thoroughly revised and
updated Third Edition of the classic Medical
Toxicology is the definitive reference on the management of poisoned
patients. More than 300 well-organized chapters written by eminent authorities
guide clinicians through the diagnosis and treatment of every poisoning or drug
overdose.
DiMaio:
Handbook of Forensic Pathology
By Vincent J M DiMaio and Suzanna
E Dana
2006 (2nd ed), 304 pages, $50
list
This second edition presents core
principles in an outline format that allows for rapid assimilation to the topics. It features contributors who are among
the nation's foremost authorities on gunshot wounds and forensic
pathology. This text also includes
numerous tables that allow for quick referencing of important information.
Dix:
Asphyxia and Drowning: An Atlas; 2000, 120 pages, $45. Provides
an overview of the types, mechanisms, and physical findings associated with
deaths involving asphyxia. Serves
as a basic framework for an extensive pictorial representation of findings
associated with these types of deaths.
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Dix:
Investigation of Road Traffic Fatalities: An Atlas;
2000, 128 pages, $45. Covers the
issues that face medical examiners and coroners in determining the nature and
extent of road traffic fatalities as well as the cause, manner, and
circumstances of death. Covers
everything from typical road traffic fatalities to injuries caused by safety/restraint devices and autopsy
and toxicology testing. more
Dodd:
Terminal Ballistics: A Text And Atlas Of Gunshot Wounds;
June 2005, $180. Includes
430 color photographs of firearms, ammunition rounds, and gunshot injuries. Provides case studies related to
homicides, mimicry of gunshot injury, and gunshot residue histopathology. Contains a useful glossary and list of
key texts and suggested readings.
more
Dolinak:
Forensic Pathology : Principles and Practice;
March 2005, 616 pages, 1800 illus., $220.
A straight-forward text organized in a case-oriented format. It contains more than 1800 full-color
autopsy photographs with concise text to adequately explain representative
topics. The photographs are large, bold, and colorful and are meant to serve as
visual examples of the diverse realm of pathological findings waiting to be
found at autopsy.
Doutremepuich:
Progress in Forensic Genetics 10; March 2004, 678 pages,
$195. This volume contains mainly
short three-page manuscripts of the oral and poster presentations at the 20th
Annual ISFG Congress in September 2003. The manuscripts have been reviewed and
edited to maintain the high quality of the series.
Edwards:
Pathology Of Sudden Cardiac Death: An Illustrated Guide
By Brooks Edwards and
Jesse Edwards
2005 (1st ed), 264
pages, 688 illus, $110 list
Pathology of Sudden
Cardiac Death provides a comprehensive review of
cardiovascular disorders. While sudden cardiac death could primarily be seen as
an arrhythmogenic event, this actually represents the minority of cases. For
the vast majority, there is an underlying anatomic disorder of the
cardiovascular system responsible for the ultimate hemodynamic collapse known
as sudden cardiac death. more
Flanagan:
Fundamentals of Analytical Toxicology
By Robert Flanagan
2008 (1st ed), 544 pages, $190 list
After providing some background information the book covers
aspects of sample collection, transport, storage and disposal, and sample
preparation. Analytical techniques - color 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.
Froede: Handbook of Forensic Pathology
By Richard Froede
2003 (2nd ed), 589 pages, 100 figures, $70 list
Covering a
broad range of topics, the text emphasizes forensic investigation and autopsy
procedures, chain of custody, determination of time and manner of death,
special procedures for examining and identifying the body, and specific
circumstances surrounding natural and unnatural deaths. Also included are
examples of standard forms and body diagrams.
Gall:
Color Guide:Forensic Medicine; 2003, 140 pages, $22. Pocket text provides a concise view of
key areas in clinical forensic medicine.
It covers approximately 60 essential topics, each presented in a
convenient two-page spread. The left-hand page contains brief, clearly written
text, while the right-hand page presents a wealth of relevant color
photographs.
Gall:
Current Practice in Forensic Medicine
By John Gall
2011 (1st ed),
348 pages, $100 list
This volume is designed to cover the wider aspects of
forensic medicine, including the law, science, medicine (forensic pathology,
clinical forensic medicine and forensic psychiatry) and dentistry. Topics
covered include subjects of debate and/or uncertainty in areas where
significant advances have been made and in those of current relevance to the
forensic profession, Chapters provide a variety of approaches to the areas
under discussion with reviews of current knowledge, information on significant
changes and pointers to the future that the reader should be aware of.
Hanzlick: Cause of
Death and the Death Certificate
By Randy Hanzlick
2006 (1st ed), 244 pages, $35 list
Cause of Death and the Death Certificate
is intended for any person who must prepare, review, or interpret
cause-of-death statements appearing on death certificates or other medical
documents, such as autopsy reports. It is a comprehensive manual derived mainly
from previous publications from the College of American Pathologists, including
The Medical Cause of Death Manual
(1994) and Cause of Death Statements and Certification of
Natural and Unnatural Deaths: Protocol and Options
(1997). This book contains updated information and has been broadened in
content to provide information not only useful to physicians, medical
examiners, and coroners, but to the public as well.
Haschek:
Handbook of Toxicologic Pathology (2-Volume Set);
2001, 1706 pages, $546. Discusses the basics and practice of toxicologic
pathology, nutritional toxicological pathology, heavy metals, organ-specific
toxicologic pathology and other topics.
review
Henssge:
The Estimation of the Time Since Death in the Early Post Mortem Period; 2002 (2nd edition), 271 pages, $99. Covers the historical background, basic research,
and the practical application and limitations of various techniques in
casework. Features comprehensive
collection of data, extensive references, numerous illustrations, and
correlates basic science with experimentation.
Houser:
The Operated Heart at Autopsy
By Stuart
Houser
2009 (1st
ed), 238 pages, 91 illus, $159 list
The Operated Heart at Autopsy addresses the need of
pathologists in practice and, especially, in training to achieve a new level of
competence in dealing, at the time of autopsy, with the anatomic complexity of
a heart that has undergone previous surgical treatment, whether that treatment
occurred in the recent or remote past.
James:
Interpretation Of Bloodstain Evidence At Crime Scenes; May 2005, 542
pages, 500 illus, $130. The first
bloodstain pattern book presenting dramatic full color images of bloodletting
injuries, bloodstains, and crime scenes.
Contains appendices with crime scene and laboratory check lists and
biohazard safety precautions.
Discloses court decisions relating to bloodstain pattern analysis and
presumptive blood testing.
Jamieson:
Wiley Encyclopedia of Forensic Science
By Allan Jamieson
2009 (1st ed), 3104 pages, $1770
list
This A-Z encyclopedia provides a definitive and comprehensive
reference on the main areas of specialist and expert knowledge and skills used
by those involved in all aspects of the forensic process. It covers all topics
which, either as part of an established forensic discipline or as a potentially
useful emerging discipline, are of interest to those involved in the forensic
process.
Kroll: TASERŽ Conducted Electrical Weapons:
Physiology, Pathology, and Law
By Mark Kroll
2009 (1st ed), 460 pages, 64
illus, $119 list
TASERŽ Conducted Electrical
Weapons are rapidly replacing the club for law-enforcement control of violent
subjects within many countries around the globe. Due to the widespread usage of
these devices and the widespread misconceptions surrounding their operation,
this book will have significant utility.
Leestma:
Forensic Neuropathology
By Jan Leestma
2008 (2nd ed), 768 pages, 300 illus, $149 list
This
updated text comprehensively reviews all aspects of neuropathology that may
have forensic or medical-legal import. The book presents significant coverage
of the role of the neuropathologist in a legal setting before delving into
specific forensic aspects of neuropathology, including comprehensive
discussions of various syndromes and conditions affecting adults and children.
It discusses intracranial equilibria and physical injury to the nervous system
and contains entire chapters devoted to neuropathology perspectives on child
abuse, gunshot and other penetrating wounds of the nervous system, and the
forensic aspects of complex neural functions. This timely revision maintains
the breadth and depth of the benchmark first edition while replacing outdated
information with the newest developments in these complex areas.
Leikin:
Poisoning and Toxicology Handbook
By Jerrold B Leikin and Frank P Paloucek
2007 (4th ed), 1384 pages, $130
list
A unique reference containing
detailed reviews of more than 900 drugs and poisons, the Poisoning and
Toxicology Handbook, Fourth Edition provides the latest information on
medicinal, biological, herbal, and non-medicinal agents, and antidotes.
Levine:
Principles of Forensic Toxicology
By Barry Levine
2006 (2nd ed), 428 pages, $74
list
This updated edition of the
classic, best-selling textbook -- including new chapters on methods validation,
benzodiazepines, and GHB -- is ideal for the classroom and the reference shelf.
Oehmichen:
Forensic Neuropathology and Associated Neurology
By Manfred
Oehmichen
2009 (1st
ed), 660 pages, 264 illus, $239 list
Incorporating
the most recent literature and state-of-the-art methods, this practical work
and atlas covers the entire domain of neuropathology for forensic pathologists
as well as for specialists in associated fields. Its concise, direct style
provides the reader with succinct and easy-to-find answers to forensic,
pathological, pathophysiological, biomechanical, and molecular biology
problems. Additionally, the authors cover several basic and practical problems
that may stimulate further research. Each chapter includes an overview of the
literature as well as specified references, and features a wealth of figures,
graphs, and tables. The present volume deals with specific aspects of
neuropathology, and is particularly appropriate for all those interested and
involved in the field of forensic pathology, forensic sciences, clinical
pathology, neurology, neurosurgery, law, and criminology. Special emphasis is
placed on expertise concerning the field's relevance for everyday practice and
also on up-to-date data in basic research.
Ottaviani:
Crib Death: Sudden Unexplained Death of Infants - The Pathologist's Viewpoint
By Giulia Ottaviani
2007
(1st ed), 146 pages, 64 illus, $80 list
Crib death (SIDS) is the most frequent cause of
death for infants during the first year, striking 1 out of every 700-1,000.
Scarce knowledge in the field of SIDS and its pathology has led to a continued
and growing concern with finding an explanation, with the goal of being able to
either predict or quickly diagnose the infant or term fetus.
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Payne-James:
Encyclopedia of Forensic and Legal Medicine; July 2005, 2000 pages,
$740. Brings together all
appropriate aspects of forensic medicine and legal medicine. The
individual articles are written in a clear and concise manner and are
supplemented by diagrams, tables and full-color images.
Pollak:
Atlas of Forensic Medicine
By S Pollak and P Saukko
2003, $95 list
This CD-ROM atlas illustrates and
gives good visual coverage of the various frequently encountered aspects of
natural and violent deaths, to remind of the limitations and pitfalls in
interpretation of the findings, as well as to demonstrate other more rarely
seen cases and injuries of forensic importance in the living.
Preedy:
Comprehensive Handbook of Alcohol Related Pathology; December 2004, 2192 pages, $360. This handbook is
divided into three sections: Part I-General Aspects of Alcohol and Mechanisms
of Disease, Part II-Damage and Disease, and Part III-Selective Methods Used in
Alcohol Research. This title
disseminates data about alcohol toxicology from the nucleus to the whole organ.
Rich: Forensic Medicine of the Lower Extremity
By Jeremy
Rich, Dorothy E Dean and Robert H Powers
2005 (1st
ed), 421 pages, $145 list
This book
covers human identification, trauma analysis, and forensic biomechanics of the
foot, ankle, tibia, and femur as frequently encountered in mass casualty
incidents, human decomposition, and human rights abuse investigations.
Saukko:
Knight's Forensic Pathology; April
2004 (3rd edition), 672 pages, $225.
Covers all aspects of the medicolegal autopsy, including cause and time of
death, interpretation of wounds.
Sheleg:
Autoerotic Asphyxiation
By Sergey Sheleg and Edwin Ehrlich
2006 (1st ed), 208 pages, $30 list
Of the various types of abnormal
sexual behavior, the most dangerous and bizarre is autoerotic asphyxiation,
also known as asphyxiophilia, sexual hanging, sexual asphyxia, scarfing, breath
control play, and terminal sex. Though at least one autoerotic asphyxiation
death occurs in the United States each day, it is almost unknown as a
distinctive psychopathological entity in forensic medicine and psychology.
Shkrum:
Forensic Pathology of Trauma: Common Problems for the Pathologist
By Michael J Shkrum and David A Ramsay
2006 (1st ed), 648 pages, $175 list
Forensic Pathology of Trauma
provides practical advice to pathologists about the conduct and analysis of the
forensic autopsy in a case of trauma. This volume reinforces the systematic
manner in which the forensic pathologist must approach all medicolegal trauma
death investigations in order to avoid common mistakes that may confuse
accurate interpretation of a case or compromise a medicolegal investigation.
Stark:
Clinical Forensic Medicine
By
Margaret Stark
2011
(3rd ed), 491 pages, 36 illus, $209 list
All the
chapters in this new edition have been fully updated, with some undergoing
extensive revision. Recent developments in child protection protocols have
prompted a major rewrite of the chapter on non-accidental injury, and the text
now includes a specific chapter on the use of the TASER. Other aspects of
restraint are now dealt with separately. The material on care of detainees and
fitness for interview has been split into individual chapters to allow a more
comprehensive discussion of the issues. In addition, new authors have joined
the team of contributors, facilitating a wider range of international
perspectives. From its chapters on the history and core principles of clinical
forensic medicine, right up to the text's discussion of substance misuse and
deaths in custody, this volume remains the gold standard source for health
professionals whose working lives bring them into contact with those in the law
enforcement arena.
Telepchak:
Forensic and Clinical Applications of Solid Phase Extraction; January
2004, 360 pages, $100. Provides
cutting-edge solid phase extraction methods for use in forensic and clinical
toxicology. reviews basic
principles and detailed, in-depth explanations of how to apply solid phase
extraction.
Trelka:
Atlas of Forensic Histopathology
By Darin
Trelka and Peter Cummings
2011 (1st
ed), 200 pages, $125 list
This
atlas describes the histologic changes relevant to the modern practice of
forensic pathology. It guides the reader through the common questions that the
forensic pathologist will need to answer in relation to the cause of death,
such as: is this feature artifact or is this real? What does this signify? How
old is this injury? The book focuses on key issues of forensic importance -
e.g. sudden death, environmental deaths, injury timing, suspected child abuse
and bioterrorism. The book is highly illustrated with color photographs to
increase the understanding of changes related to disease, decomposition and
artifact. All illustrations are also available on a CD-ROM packaged with the
book. Ideal as a source of quick reference next to the microscope, this is
essential reading for forensic pathologists, forensic pathology fellows,
pathologists who consult in forensic cases, pathology residents, autopsy
pathologists, coroners and forensic investigators.
By John H Trestrail III
2007 (2nd ed), 181 pages, 47
illus, $40 list
In this
revised and expanded edition, 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.
Troncoso:
Essential Forensic Neuropathology
By Juan
Troncoso
2009 (1st
ed), 336 pages, 713 illus, $179 list
This
book is written for pathologists and trainees in forensic pathology and neuropathology
who will have to conduct forensic neuropathology autopsies. It will provide
them with the basic knowledge to conduct a thorough postmortem examination of
the nervous system, describe and document the relevant pathological changes,
and interpret these findings in a way that will be helpful in determining the
cause and manner of death. Great importance will be placed on the objective and
rigorous documentation of the pathological findings, because many of these
autopsy reports will be re-examined in the context of legal inquiries and
proceedings. A companion Website will offer the fully searchable text, an image
bank, and additional e-figures.
Tsokos:
Forensic Pathology Reviews
By Michael Tsokos
2008 (1st ed), 305
pages, $100 list
Volume 5 piques the
mind as leading forensic pathologists from the United States and around the
world offer advanced insight into death caused environmental conditions,
trauma, neuropathology, natural causes, and ballistics. The authors of this volume further
their exploration as they impart research related to identification, serial
murder, histopathology, and age estimation.
Wagner:
Color Atlas of the Autopsy; 2003, 264 pages,
500 illus., $200. Uses images to
tell how the forensic pathologist develops opinions of the cause and manner of
death. Topics include purpose and
philosophy; circumstantial and medical history; external examination; internal
examination; organ and tissue removal; examining individual organs; examining
the head, skull, brain, and spinal cord; microscopic examination; and the
laboratory analysis of drugs, chemicals, and microorganisms. Also includes review questions. more
Wagner:
Color Atlas Of The Autopsy On CD-ROM; June 2004, 500 illus., $200. Tells how the forensic pathologist develops opinions of the
cause and manner of death.
Includes purpose and philosophy; circumstantial and medical history;
external examination; internal examination; organ and tissue removal; examining
individual organs; examining the head, skull, brain, and spinal cord;
microscopic examination; and the laboratory analysis of drugs, chemicals, and
microorganisms. more
Wheeler:
Practical Forensic Microscopy
By Barbara
Wheeler
2008 (1st
ed), 384 pages, $75 list
A
practical overview and understanding of the various microscopes and microscopic
techniques employed within the field of forensic science.
Whitwell:
Forensic Neuropathology;
November 2005, 256 pages, $158. Forensic
neuropathology succeeds in combining the concerns of the forensic pathologist
with those of the neuropathologist, addressing the overlapping problems which
arise from the autopsy and subsequent legal proceedings. The editor has the
unique experience of working jointly as a forensic pathologist and as a
neuropathologist.
Wong:
Drugs Of Abuse: Body Fluid Testing
by Raphael C Wong and Harley Y Tse
2005 (1st ed), 320
pages, $145 list
A comprehensive
review of the science of drug testing in all its aspects, placing emphasis on
technologies that use body fluids other than urine for determining the presence
of drugs of abuse. The authors discuss the various body fluid specimens
suitable for testing for illicit drugs-particularly saliva, sweat, and
hair-describe the structural and manufacturing aspects of on-site testing
devices based on lateral flow immunoassay, and detail the pitfalls of using
these specimens. more
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