100 Cases in Pulmonary Medicine

Pulmonary medicine is the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases affecting the lungs. This book is a comprehensive guide to respiratory diseases and disorders, presenting 100 clinical cases and more than 400 radiological images.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 450 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2021
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers

Pulmonary medicine is a specialized branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and management of diseases and disorders affecting the lungs. It encompasses a wide range of conditions, including acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, lung transplants, occupational lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary tuberculosis, and sarcoidosis of the lungs. Pulmonology, also known as pulmonary medicine, is the scientific study of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the lungs.

This comprehensive textbook serves as a valuable resource for clinicians and trainees seeking to gain a deeper understanding of respiratory diseases and disorders. It presents 100 clinical cases, each carefully curated to guide readers through the process of history taking, signs and symptoms, clinical examination, investigations, diagnosis, and treatment. The text is written in a clear and concise manner, ensuring that readers can easily comprehend the complex concepts and principles involved in pulmonary medicine.

In addition to its clinical content, the textbook includes over 400 radiological images that further enhance the understanding of respiratory conditions. These images, ranging from chest X-rays to CT scans and MRI images, provide visual representations of the anatomy and pathology of the lungs, aiding in the accurate diagnosis and management of respiratory diseases.

Key points of this textbook include:

Comprehensive coverage of respiratory diseases and disorders, including ARDS, asthma, COPD, cystic fibrosis, interstitial lung disease, lung cancer, lung transplants, occupational lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary tuberculosis, and sarcoidosis
Step-by-step approach to diagnosis and management, with detailed explanations of clinical procedures and investigations
Up-to-date information on the latest advances in pulmonary medicine, including new treatments, therapies, and diagnostic tools
Over 400 radiological images to assist in understanding respiratory conditions and their pathology
This textbook is an essential resource for healthcare professionals, including pulmonologists, respiratory therapists, nurses, and residents, as well as medical students and trainees interested in pursuing a career in pulmonary medicine. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the field, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal care for patients with respiratory diseases and disorders.

Weight: 688g
Dimension: 157 x 234 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789390020096