Chest Radiology the essentials
The objective of this book is to provide a practical tool for those wanting to quickly acquire a broad base of knowledge in thoracic imaging. The content is limited to the essentials of chest radiology so as not to overwhelm the novice, yet provides en
Disorders of the Respiratory Tract, Common Challenges in Primary Care
Disorders of the Respiratory Tract: Common Challenges in Primary Care by Dr Matthew Mintz provides a well-written, concise overview of respiratory illness that is aimed at the busy primary care physician.
Fundamentals of Respiratory Sounds and Analysis
Breath sounds have long been important indicators of respiratory health and disease. Acoustical monitoring of respiratory sounds has been used by researchers for various diagnostic purposes.
Imaging of Pulmonary Infections
Pulmonary infection is a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Over the last 2 decades, there has been not only an increase in the prevalence of various infections but also the recognition of several important new pathogens.
Interventional Bronchoscopy
Among the many areas in pulmonary medicine which have been revolutionised by technological advances, bronchoscopy is one of the most obvious examples. Just over 30 years ago, Ikeda introduced the fibre-optic instrument which at the turn of this millenn
MKSAP-16 Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
The American College of Physicians, in collaboration with multiple other organizations, is embarking on a national initiative to promote awareness about the importance of stewardship
of health care resources
Mycobacteria and TB
Tuberculosis remains one of the main fatal infections in humans. With annual morbidity and mortality rates worldwide of 8 and 2 million cases respectively, the disease is far from being eradicated.
RESPIRATORY DISEASE, A Case Study Approach to Patient Care (THIRD EDITION)
The role of the respiratory therapist in health care has changed dramatically over the past
several decades. Originally, “inhalation therapists” were primarily employed by hospitals to
provide expertise in the equipment needed
The Respiratory System
The human body is an incredibly complex and amazing structure. At best, it is a source of strength, beauty, and wonder. We can compare the healthy body to a well-designed machine whose parts work smoothly together.
Washington Manual of Pulmonary Medicine
This is the first printing of The Washington Manual® Pulmonary Medicine Subspecialty Consult. The goal of this book is to provide the medical student, resident, and pulmonary fellow on a pulmonary medicine service with a handbook that will b