Focuses on the most current therapies for the full range of allergic, immunologic, and rheumatologic diseases seen in adults and children. Details all of today's best-evidence treatments as well as emerging and alternative approaches, explains how to modify treatments at different stages of disease, as well as how to anticipate, prevent and manage complications
There are currently no other texts on the market that cover the whole spectrum of both pathophysiology and clinical management of rhinitis and asthma as comprehensively as this new volume. From disease classification the reader is taken through the epidemiology of asthma and rhinitis, to treatment of the various forms of both diseases
Renowned as the leading text in allergy and immunology, this comprehensive resource offers in-depth coverage of basic science and authoritative clinical guidance for diagnosing and managing allergic disorders. It serves as a user-friendly reference for both clinicians and researchers, ensuring optimal patient care. The editors are commended for maintaining its relevance and clinical value, as highlighted in a review from Immunology News. Stay updated with continuous advancements in clinical allergy and immunology through online access to the Expert Consult site, featuring regular updates and fully searchable content. Quickly find essential information with a glossary of terms, key points for each chapter, and hundreds of clear, full-color images. The latest scientific knowledge is integrated with new chapters on Innate and Adaptive Immunity, Immune Tolerance, Immunobiology of IgE and Its Receptors, and more, alongside significant updates throughout the text. Major advances in asthma pathogenesis and management are also addressed, with extensive updates on diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, the discussion of immunotherapy has been expanded, introducing new chapters on Sublingual Immunotherapy, Biologics and Immunosuppressives in Asthma, and Alternative and Complementary Therapies, ensuring you obtain the best results from the newest therapeutics for allergic and immunologic diseases.