This volume is the first overview of the entire field of cystic fibrosis and reflects new understandings about the disease and its pathophysiology. The text encompasses basic molecular and cellular biology as well as the recent multisystem, multidisciplinary advances in the clinical care of patients. As a result of the emphasis on new developments, most of the references are less than five years old. The wide range of topics covered include the CFTR gene; research in pseudomonas aeruginosa; advanced disease management; advances in transplant medicine; and diabetes in cystic fibrosis. A concluding paper addresses future trends and possible problems in diagnosis, management, research and treatment. Annotation © 2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Andrew Bush Knihy
This definitive text on respiratory disease in children has been completely updated and revised for the 6th Edition. Seven new chapters have been added, as has a new section on disorders of the pleura. Provides the most authoritative and comprehensive coverage available of basic science and clinical problems related to pediatric lung disease.WHAT'S NEW: Presents a new co-editor, Dr. Thomas Boat, an internationally known and respected paediatrician, and 30 new contributors.Features 7 new chapters, including lung disease in sickle cell disease, non-tuberculous mycobacterial disease, cellular and molecular development of the lung, developmental physiology, and more.Offers a new section on diseases of the pleura.Organises material into 5 easy-reference sections: general considerations, respiratory disorders of the newborn infant, disorders of the pleura, infections of the respiratory tract, and noninfectious disorders of the respiratory tract.