ASTHMA by Peter J. Barnes (Editor), Michael M. Grunstein (Editor), Alan R. Leff (Editor) ( 9780397516827 )

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Title:

ASTHMA

By:

Peter J. Barnes (Editor), Michael M. Grunstein (Editor), Alan R. Leff (Editor)

Format:

Hardback

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ISBN 10:

0397516827

ISBN 13:

9780397516827

Publisher:

LIPPINCOTT WILLIAMS AND WILKINS

Pub. date:

1 May, 1997

Pages:

2400

Description:

Edited by four of the world's leading pulmonary medicine investigators, this reference provides clinicians and researchers with a comprehensive and in-depth resource on asthma. The myths, facts, research and future of asthma are all examined.

Synopsis:

With increasing incidence, prevalence and mortality in many parts of the world, asthma continues to perplex the medical community. Despite an improved and expanded understanding of the epidemiology and pathobiology of this common clinical syndrome, and the many precise and targeted therapies, asthma remains a challenge. This exemplary reference -- with contributions by 213 leading experts from around the world -- examines the myths, the facts, the research, and the future of asthma and its management. An enlightening introduction provides a broad overview, history, definitions and clinical classifications. The remaining sections present every aspect of the illness and its treatment with detailed, focused clarity. Coverage includes: Epidemiology; Structure, Biology and Pathology; Inflammatory Cells; Inflammatory Mediators; Target Cells; Neural Mechanisms; Inducers and Triggers; Respiratory Physiology; Clinical Assessment; Therapy; and Management

Illustrations:

386 illustrations, 143 tables, 777 figures

Publication:

Imprint:

Lippincott Williams and Wilkins

Returns:

Non-returnable

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