Pleural Diseases: Clinical Cases and Real-World Discussions

Pleural Diseases: Clinical Cases and Real-World Discussions is a unique resource that provides an interactive approach to understanding the nuances and complexities of patient cases for both invasive and non-invasive therapies. It features over 200 illustrations and video procedures and addresses other common clinical issues such as the management of multimorbid elderly patients, the optimization of fluid balance, and the need to discontinue antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy before invasive procedures.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 05 July 2021
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Pleural Diseases: Clinical Cases and Real-World Discussions is a comprehensive resource that brings you up to date with the latest advances in this fast-moving subspecialty. Presented in a unique, case-based approach, the book offers a wide variety of real-world challenges, along with multiple perspectives from expert pulmonologists who discuss and analyze each case collaboratively, replicating actual patient experiences and outcomes. This first-of-its-kind resource is ideal for practicing pulmonologists, fellows, interventional pulmonologists, critical care physicians, and others who are interested in an interactive approach to everyday clinical problems related to pleural disease.

The book provides a unique, interactive approach to understanding the nuances and complexities of patient cases for both invasive and non-invasive therapies, drawing from real clinical cases and accompanying case discussions. It describes the approach taken by experts for each case, presenting the clinical reasoning on the most appropriate approaches and the possible therapies. The information is presented in easy-to-read, templated format, including onset of symptoms, the entire diagnostic-therapeutic path, clinical and laboratory findings, and discussions on the clinical choices made in accordance with evidence-based medical procedures.

In addition to positive outcomes, the book also includes negative outcomes, offering a broader experience. More than 200 illustrations, including x-rays, procedural photos, ultrasound, CT scans, and histopathology specimens, as well as video procedures for thoracentesis, chest tube placing, medical thoracoscopy, and insertion of indwelling pleural catheter, are included to enhance understanding.

Other common clinical issues such as the management of multimorbid elderly patients, the optimization of fluid balance, and the need to discontinue antiplatelet or anticoagulant therapy before procedures are addressed.

Pleural Diseases: Clinical Cases and Real-World Discussions is a valuable resource for pulmonologists, fellows, and other healthcare professionals who are interested in improving their understanding and management of pleural diseases. Its unique, case-based approach and comprehensive coverage make it an essential tool for practitioners in the field.

Weight: 302g
Dimension: 191 x 230 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323795418