Textbook Of Pleural Diseases Second Edition

Author : Richard W. Light,Y C Gary Lee
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 685 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780340940174

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Textbook of Pleural Diseases Second Edition by Richard W. Light,Y C Gary Lee Pdf

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 : Richard W. Light,Y C Gary Lee
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 675 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2016-01-20
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781482222517

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Textbook of Pleural Diseases by Richard W. Light,Y C Gary Lee Pdf

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 : Richard W. Light
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-04-01
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781469831398

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Pleural Diseases by Richard W. Light Pdf

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.

Author : Richard W Light,Y C Gary Lee
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 675 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2020-07-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0367575108

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Textbook of Pleural Diseases by Richard W Light,Y C Gary Lee Pdf

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 basic science section for enhanced understanding of both the physiological and pathophysiological mechanisms that underpin diseases of the pleura. The clinical sections are written in a uniform style and include the definition, epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, investigations, treatments, and possible complications for various pleural diseases. Other clinical chapters discuss both familiar and less common disease aspects. Five new chapters have been added covering new technologies in the clinical management of pleural diseases, procedural complications and safety measures, and the setting up of a pleural practice. The remaining chapters have been substantially updated. About a third of the 50 chapters in this edition are written by new expert authors providing a fresh view and reflecting the expansion of knowledge in the field. Each chapter includes a bullet-point summary, and published management guidelines are included where relevant. Also included is a "Key Points" section in each chapter that highlights patient management, making this an indispensable reference for pulmonary physicians, internists, thoracic surgeons and trainees worldwide.

Author : Demosthenes Bouros
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 864 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0367384566

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Pleural Disease by Demosthenes Bouros Pdf

Updated to reflect the latest scientific advances and technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of pleural diseases, this new Second Edition explores the structure and function of these diseases and malignancies, from tuberculosis and asbestos to pleurisy and pneumothorax. Edited by leading international authorities in pulmonary medicine, this comprehensive guide is an invaluable resource for pulmonologists, radiologists, and critical care physicians. Pleural Disease, Second Edition highlights: molecular and diagnostic approaches interventional applications, including pleural thoracentesis and closed biopsy, chest tube insertion, pleural lavage, medical thoracoscopy, and VATS biomarkers and proteomics translational medicine approaches, new treatment methodologies, and clinical manifestations various diagnostic tests and the importance of clinical evaluation in the differential diagnosis of a pleural effusion new surgical and non-surgical techniques to identify and diagnose pleural diseases, including: medical thoracoscopy, pleural lavage, intrapleural fibrinolytics, image-guided small bore catheters, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), pleuroperitoneal shunt, and extrapleural pneumonectomy

Author : Richard W. Light
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0781769574

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Pleural Diseases by Richard W. Light Pdf

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 : Demosthenes Bouros
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1067 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2004-02-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781420000474

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Pleural Disease by Demosthenes Bouros Pdf

Relying on evidence-based medicine, this reference describes currently available treatment options and new and emerging developments in the evaluation, diagnosis, and management of benign and malignant pleural disease-presenting in-depth coverage and illustration of recent advancements in patient care, clinical assessment, diagnostic imaging, and i

Author : Richard W. Light,Y C Gary Lee
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 673 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2008-04-25
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781444109764

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Textbook of Pleural Diseases Second Edition by Richard W. Light,Y C Gary Lee Pdf

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 : Najib M. Rahman,Ian Hunt,Fergus V. Gleeson,Nick A. Maskell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 89 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-04-30
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780470654743

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ABC of Pleural Diseases by Najib M. Rahman,Ian Hunt,Fergus V. Gleeson,Nick A. Maskell Pdf

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 : Claudio Sorino,David Feller-Kopman,Giampietro Marchetti
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2021-03-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780323795425

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Pleural Diseases,E-Book by Claudio Sorino,David Feller-Kopman,Giampietro Marchetti Pdf

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 : Nick Maskell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2020
Category : Pleura
ISBN : 1849841160

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Pleural Disease by Nick Maskell Pdf

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 : Anonim
Publisher : ScholarlyEditions
Page : 119 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781481601955

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Pleural Diseases—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition by Anonim Pdf

Pleural Diseases—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition is a ScholarlyEditions™ eBook that delivers timely, authoritative, and comprehensive information about Pleural Diseases. The editors have built Pleural Diseases—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition on the vast information databases of ScholarlyNews.™ You can expect the information about Pleural Diseases in this eBook to be deeper than what you can access anywhere else, as well as consistently reliable, authoritative, informed, and relevant. The content of Pleural Diseases—Advances in Research and Treatment: 2012 Edition has been produced by the world’s leading scientists, engineers, analysts, research institutions, and companies. All of the content is from peer-reviewed sources, and all of it is written, assembled, and edited by the editors at ScholarlyEditions™ and available exclusively from us. You now have a source you can cite with authority, confidence, and credibility. More information is available at http://www.ScholarlyEditions.com/.

Author : Stephen G. Spiro,Gerard A Silvestri,Alvar Agustí
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 1000 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2012-07-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781455723294

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Clinical Respiratory Medicine E-Book by Stephen G. Spiro,Gerard A Silvestri,Alvar Agustí Pdf

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.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1239333731

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Pleural Diseases by Anonim Pdf

Author : Juerg Hodler,Rahel A. Kubik-Huch,Gustav K. von Schulthess
Publisher : Springer
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2019-02-19
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9783030111496

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Diseases of the Chest, Breast, Heart and Vessels 2019-2022 by Juerg Hodler,Rahel A. Kubik-Huch,Gustav K. von Schulthess Pdf

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.