Authors:Roger S Kirby, John D. McConnell, John Fitzpatrick, C
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Keywords: hyperplasia, prostatic, benign, treatment, therapeutic
Number of Pages: 210
Published: 2005-07-12
List price: $139.95
ISBN-10: 1841846015
ISBN-13: 9781841846019

The spectrum of available treatment options for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is matched by the spectrum of disease severity, and with up to 90% of men in their 80s suffering from BPH to some extent, it is imperative that patients are offered the full range of options to manage the disease. Pharmacologic therapies available for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to BPH include alpha-adrenoceptor antagonists, such as terazosin, doxazosin, alfuzosin and tamsulosin, and the 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, finasteride and dutasteride. Other strategies, such as plant-deriv

Authors:Roger S. Kirby, John D. McConnell, John M. Fitzpatri
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Keywords: hyperplasia, prostatic, benign, textbook
Number of Pages: 576
Published: 2004-11-29
List price: $849.95
ISBN-10: 190186555X
ISBN-13: 9781901865554

Completely revised and updated, Textbook of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Second Edition provides a state-of-the-art overview of the entire field. The first edition of this breakthrough book was very well received by urologists around the world and became the standard reference work on the subject of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). With the constant changes and improvements being made in therapeutics and treatment in general, any book on this important subject needs to be updated frequently.The first edition’s original sections have been expanded and, once again, a team of expert edi

Author: John H. McConnell
Publisher: AMACOM
Keywords: survey, employee, interpret, implement, design
Number of Pages: 360
Published: 2003-05-21
List price: $34.95
ISBN-10: 0814407099
ISBN-13: 9780814407097

Employee opinion is the most important barometer of employment conditions at any company. But marshalling hundreds (or thousands) of individual perceptions into a cohesive workplace initiative demands an organized approach. McConnell presents a practical start-to-finish methodology for getting the most out of an employee opinion survey, from determining what conditions to survey to completion of follow-up procedures. Adaptable to any purpose and organization, McConnell’s proven strategies cover: * Dos and don’ts of question design * Selecting response type (multi-choice, rating sca

Author: John H. McConnell
Publisher: AMACOM
Keywords: needs, guide, analysis, practical, identify, training, organization
Number of Pages: 336
Published: 2003-01-29
List price: $49.95
ISBN-10: 0814407102
ISBN-13: 9780814407103

In order for training to be effective, it has to be based on the needs of both the organization and its employees. This book gives trainers the information and step-by-step instructions they need to determine the training requirements of everyone from newly hired, recently promoted, or just-transferred employees, to those who need training as a result of changes in operations, technology, or systems in the company. Dozens of reproducible forms -- all included on a CD-ROM -- as well as checklists, formulas, and interviewing guidelines help readers: * Gather the information necessary to

Authors:Diane K. Denis, John J. Mcconnell,
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Keywords: governance, global, economy, new, corporate, international, perspective
Number of Pages: 1152
Published: 2005-10-05
List price: $550.00
ISBN-10: 1843768860
ISBN-13: 9781843768869

This insightful collection presents key papers by leading financial economists on the subject of corporate governance across the world. The volumes bring together articles that describe, analyze and empirically explore the range of mechanisms that influence company managers and decision-makers to maximize the value of a company to its owners. The selection includes studies based on companies throughout the world, allowing comparisons of corporate governance systems between countries. This authoritative two-volume set will be of interest to managers of multinational corporations and financial i

Author: Mac McConnell
Publisher: WinePress Publishing
Keywords: jericho, journey, changed, forever
Number of Pages: 128
Published: 2006-09-01
List price: $12.99
ISBN-10: 1579218571
ISBN-13: 9781579218577

Why would a nice Jewish boy grow up to be a despised tax collector in first century Jericho? This historical novel by an international Bible actor reads like a lost diary or memoir from one of antiquities great mysteries. Zacchaeus becomes rich but at what cost? And what really compelled this little man to go out on a limb to see the latest in a long line of would-be Messiahs?

Author: Steve McConnell
Publisher: Microsoft Press
Keywords: software, construction, handbook, practical, complete, code
Number of Pages: 960
Published: 2004-07-07
List price: $49.99
ISBN-10: 0735619670
ISBN-13: 9780735619678

For more than a decade, Steve McConnell, one of the premier authors and voices in the software community, has helped change the way developers write code--and produce better software. Now his classic book, CODE COMPLETE, has been fully updated and revised with best practices in the art and science of constructing software. Whether you’re a new developer seeking a sound introduction to the practice of software development or a veteran exploring strategic new approaches to problem solving, you’ll find a wealth of practical suggestions and methods for strengthening your skills. Topics