Rheumatology, 2-Volume Set

Rheumatology, 8th Edition, is a comprehensive two-volume text that covers the scientific basis and practical clinical information of rheumatology. It is authored by Dr. Marc Hochberg and a team of experts, and it is designed to meet the needs of practicing and academic rheumatologists, arthritis-related healthcare professionals, and scientists. The book covers various rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, including their epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, therapeutic approach, and management. It discusses clinical examination, imaging principles, differential diagnosis, established and novel therapies, perioperative evaluation, pain management, basic science, and genetics. The eighth edition includes new chapters on pre-clinical disease, common comorbidities in rheumatoid arthritis, emerging therapies for systemic sclerosis, immune-mediated complications of checkpoint inhibitors, the epidemiology of COVID-19 and rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, emerging treatments for osteoarthritis, and big data analytics. It also provides updates on key topics such as systems biology, the microbiome, chronic pain management, drugs and reproductive health, and emerging therapies for patients with RA, SLE, spondyloarthritis, inflammatory muscle disease, and vasculitis. The enhanced eBook version includes access to concise videos depicting the use of ultrasound for diagnosis and treatment.

Format: Hardback
Length: 2128 pages
Publication date: 12 August 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Rheumatology, eighth edition, is a comprehensive and authoritative text that caters to the needs of rheumatologists, trainees, and healthcare professionals involved in the field of rheumatology and arthritis-related disorders. Written by a team of renowned experts led by Dr. Marc Hochberg, this edition is fully updated to reflect the latest advancements in the field.

The book spans two volumes and covers a wide range of topics, including the scientific basis of rheumatology, clinical information, and practical insights. It provides a comprehensive overview of the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, therapeutic approach, and management of various rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.

The text discusses the clinical examination, imaging principles, differential diagnosis, established and novel therapies, perioperative evaluation, pain management, basic science, and genetics of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. It employs a consistent, logical, and reader-friendly format, with templated chapters, concise text, and large-scale, state-of-the-art illustrations for efficient visual reference.

New chapters have been added to address emerging topics such as pre-clinical disease, common comorbidities in rheumatoid arthritis, emerging therapies for systemic sclerosis, immune-mediated complications of checkpoint inhibitors, the epidemiology of COVID-19 and rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, emerging treatments for osteoarthritis, and big data analytics.

Furthermore, the book provides updates on key topics such as systems biology and its impact on our understanding of the pathogenesis of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases, the microbiome in rheumatic musculoskeletal diseases, how to manage chronic pain in patients with rheumatic disorders, and the role of rehabilitation in rheumatology.

With its extensive coverage, Rheumatology, eighth edition, serves as a valuable resource for rheumatologists, trainees, and healthcare professionals seeking to stay abreast of the latest developments in the field. It is an essential tool for practitioners, researchers, and students interested in rheumatology and musculoskeletal diseases.

Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702081330
Edition number: 8 ed