Pediatric Respiratory Medicine

PEDIATRIC RESPIRATORY MEDICINE, a major reference in pediatric pulmonology, encompasses both the basic science and clinical aspects of pediatric respiratory medicine. An international group of leading experts presents the most current, innovative information on pediatric respiratory disorders. This comprehensive text covers general and therapeutic principles, applied physiology, patient assessment, respiratory insults and intensive care, respiratory disorders of infants, respiratory disorders with infectious causes, immunologic disorders, cardiopulmonary and pulmonary vascular disorders, asthma, cystic fibrosis, SIDS, and structural and mechanical abnormalities. Tables, boxed text, and illustrations complement and highlight the most important aspects of respiratory medicine for infants and children. Includes clinical aspects of pediatric respiratory medicine coupled with corresponding basic sciences to provide reader with in-depth coverage of latest advances in basic science, diagnosis, and management of pediatric respiratory disorders. Provides extensive information not readily compiled or found in journal articles or more basic, general texts. Features over 900 clinical photos, radiographs, and line drawings to help explain concepts in the text. Includes over 160 tables and 120 boxes to summarize important data and information in a quickly accessed format. Contains knowledge and expertise from 125 contributors who are international experts in pediatric pulmonary medicine.