Applied Respiratory Pathophysiology

This easy yet comprehensive reference guide covers the mechanisms of respiratory diseases, explaining the main respiratory conditions for clinicians and postgraduate trainees. It discusses their aetiology as well as the basic concepts required to effectively evaluate and treat them. Applied Respiratory Pathophysiology is the first book to bring together detailed, clinically-relevant explanation of respiratory physiological processes and pathophysiological processes in one text. It is essential reading for anyone diagnosing and treating specific clinical conditions of the lungs.

Key Features:

• The first book to deal extensively with the pathophysiology of respiratory diseases from a clinical perspective.
• Provides a comprehensive overview of the current knowledge of mechanisms of respiratory diseases
• Lead Editor Dr Louis-Philippe Boulet is an authority in the field, and the authors are global experts
• Each chapter is dedicated to an individual classification of the disease/disorder, aiding quick reference
• Practical applied focus complements coverage of the basic science