Textbook Of Pleural Diseases

Author : Richard W. Light
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 9780781769570
Total Pages : 456 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pleural Diseases written by Richard W. Light and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2007 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Thoroughly updated for its Fifth Edition, Dr. Light's classic text provides a focused, single-authored perspective on the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management of pleural diseases. This edition has three new chapters on physiological effects of a pneumothorax or pleural effusion, animal models in pleural investigation, and cytokines and the pleura. Other chapters present significant updates on use of thoracoscopy in diagnosis of pleural effusions and on new diagnostic tests for mesothelioma, parapneumonic effusion, and effusions due to congestive heart failure. Also included are discussions of recent advances in the therapy of malignant pleural effusions, mesothelioma, and parapneumonic effusions.

Author : Richard W. Light
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 0340940174
Total Pages : 685 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Textbook of Pleural Diseases Second Edition written by Richard W. Light and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2008-04-25 with total page 685 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This internationally renowned reference work is a fully updated and expanded second edition of the most comprehensive title available on pleural diseases. Building on the many strengths of the highly respected first edition, the book features a detailed yet lucid basic science section to support understanding of the physiological and pathophysiological mechanisms that underlie diseases of the pleura. This is followed by a wide-ranging series of clinical chapters, discussing both familiar and less common aspects of pleural diseases. Chapters in the clinical section are written in an accessible and uniform style, making extensive use of illustrative material and covering definition, incidence and epidemiology, etiology and pathogenesis, clinical presentation, investigations, treatments, possible complications and directions for future development. State-of-the-art scientific knowledge is presented at an appropriate level for the practicing clinician, and published management guidelines are included where relevant. Each chapter concludes with a summary of its 'key points', highlighting practical messages regarding patient management for the reader. Textbook of Pleural Diseases is an indispensable reference for pulmonary physicians and trainees worldwide.

Author : Nick Maskell
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781849841160
Total Pages : 308 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pleural Disease written by Nick Maskell and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Monograph provides the clinician with an up-to-date summary of the substantial evidence in our understanding of pleural disease. It covers key aspects relevant to clinicians, including mechanisms, pathophysiology, epidemiology, diagnostics, relevant experimental models and interventions. Although broad in scope, readers will be able to reach into individual chapters to gain a focused summary of specific areas relevant to their clinical or scientific practice.

Author : Richard W. Light
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1482222515
Total Pages : 675 pages
Book Rating : 4.17/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Textbook of Pleural Diseases written by Richard W. Light and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-01-20 with total page 675 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Second Edition of this book was the Winner of the First Prize (Respiratory Category) at the British Medical Association Medical Book Awards. Textbook of Pleural Diseases is a comprehensive reference that covers both the basic and clinical science on pleural diseases. Building on the highly respected previous editions, it includes a detailed bas

Author : Claudio Sorino
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323795420
Total Pages : 243 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pleural Diseases,E-Book written by Claudio Sorino and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2021-03-26 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using a unique, case-based approach, Pleural Diseases: Clinical Cases and Real-World Discussions brings you up to date with the latest advances in this fast-moving subspecialty. A wide variety of real-world challenges are presented 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 and fellows, interventional pulmonologists, critical care physicians, and others who are interested in an interactive approach to everyday clinical problems related to pleural disease. 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. Describes the approach taken by experts for each case, presenting the clinical reasoning on the most appropriate approaches and the possible therapies. Offers easy-to-read, templated information for every case: onset of symptoms, the entire diagnostic-therapeutic path including clinical and laboratory findings, and discussions on the clinical choices made in accordance with evidence-based medical procedures. Includes both positive and negative outcomes for a broader experience. Features 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. 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.

Author : Stephen Chapman
Publisher : OUP Oxford
ISBN 13 : 0191054569
Total Pages : 933 pages
Book Rating : 4.63/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Oxford Handbook of Respiratory Medicine written by Stephen Chapman and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2014-07-24 with total page 933 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Revised and updated for its third edition, the Oxford Handbook of Respiratory Medicine is the must-have resource for junior doctors and students, and all clinicians caring for patients with respiratory problems. Concise, practical, and designed for rapid access to essential information, this handbook will ensure you have everything you need for the ward, clinic, or exams. This handbook covers the latest clinical guidelines and developments in the field. It features unique sections on practical procedures and a symptoms section to aid in differential diagnosis and clinical management. Practical advice on management is integrated throughout and a dedicated section on respiratory emergencies ensures you can cope with any eventuality. New sections such as thoracic ultrasound, indwelling pleural catheters, safe sedation, and cardiopulmonary exercise testing have been added, and all major respiratory diseases and symptoms are covered in practical, succinct chapters. This third edition will ensure you have all the information you need at your fingertips.

Author : Richard W. Light
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
ISBN 13 : 9781469875699
Total Pages : 518 pages
Book Rating : 4.91/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pleural Diseases with Access Code written by Richard W. Light and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2015-04-24 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now in a fully revised and updated Sixth Edition, Dr. Light's classic text, "Pleural Diseases," delivers even more focused content on the pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management of pleural diseases. The text's straightforward, single-author perspective combines procedural expertise, insights on recent technical advances, and clear recommendations for both diagnosis and treatment.This edition includes current and timely information on management of both paraneoplastic and malignant pleural effusions, new cautions regarding the need for training in thoracentesis, diagnosis of tuberculous pleural effusions, and newer agents for producing effusions.Inside this powerful, fact-packed resource... - Three algorithms for diagnosis of pleural effusions help identify causes of pathologic findings. - Chapters on thoracentesis, pleural biopsy, chest tube insertion, and thoracoscopy provide indications and contraindications along with step-by-step procedural guidance. - Detailed coverage of parapneumonic and malignant pleural effusions addresses the most recent advances in treatment.NEW to the Sixth Edition... - Updated treatment regimens for paraneoplastic lesions broaden therapeutic options. - Consensus-building content presents a unified approach to the use of indwelling catheters in the management of malignant pleural effusions. - New emphasis on training for thoracentesis helps minimize procedure-related morbidity and mortality. - New recommendations regarding chest tubes help ensure the proper tube is used for each procedure. - New tests refine the diagnosis of tuberculous pleural effusions. PLUS... a FREE companion website provides on-demand access to the fully searchable text and images.

Author : Najib M. Rahman
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470654740
Total Pages : 89 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book ABC of Pleural Diseases written by Najib M. Rahman and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-04-30 with total page 89 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pleural diseases are frequently managed in primary care, but specialist knowledge is required to understand the full variety of presentations and available treatments in this rapidly developing field. ABC of Pleural Diseases is a brand new addition to the ABC Series which takes a unique approach to these conditions by dealing with them as a related group as well as in their individual manifestations. The book provides a unique and comprehensive overview of pleural disease, beginning with the anatomy and physiology of the pleura. It then covers a wide range of specific conditions in greater detail, including pneumothorax, pleural effusions, pleural infections, as well as chapters on radiology and pathology. Full coverage is given of mesothelioma, the most common pleural cancer. Written by a team of specialists, this reference guide to pleural diseases is a practical guide for General Practitioners, Junior Doctors, Specialist Nurses, Radiologists and all Healthcare Professionals working within chest medicine.

Author : Juerg Hodler
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3030111490
Total Pages : 238 pages
Book Rating : 4.96/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Diseases of the Chest, Breast, Heart and Vessels 2019-2022 written by Juerg Hodler and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-02-19 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book focuses on diagnostic and interventional imaging of the chest, breast, heart, and vessels. It consists of a remarkable collection of contributions authored by internationally respected experts, featuring the most recent diagnostic developments and technological advances with a highly didactical approach. The chapters are disease-oriented and cover all the relevant imaging modalities, including standard radiography, CT, nuclear medicine with PET, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging, as well as imaging-guided interventions. As such, it presents a comprehensive review of current knowledge on imaging of the heart and chest, as well as thoracic interventions and a selection of "hot topics". The book is intended for radiologists, however, it is also of interest to clinicians in oncology, cardiology, and pulmonology.

Author : Stephen G. Spiro
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 1455723290
Total Pages : 1000 pages
Book Rating : 4.94/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Clinical Respiratory Medicine E-Book written by Stephen G. Spiro and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-07-30 with total page 1000 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clinical Respiratory Medicine provides practical guidance to help you more effectively diagnose and manage the full range of pulmonary disorders, including those seen in today’s most challenging patient populations. In print and online, this medical reference book delivers the answers you need to ensure the best outcomes. Better manage and treat patients with pulmonary disease with complete clinical coverage of the critical information relevant to your everyday practice, presented in a templated, user-friendly format. Find critical information quickly with the help of diagnostic algorithms. Thoroughly understand the needs and recognize co-morbidities of particular patient populations through entirely new chapters on lung structure, echocardiography, and obesity and its effects. Access the latest research and advancements in lung cancer, benign tumors, and the importance of pulmonary physiology in understanding lung function and the disease processes that occur. Watch and learn. Over 80 videos of practical procedures and interactive review questions are available online at www.expertconsult.com.