Pediatric Pulmonology
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Pediatric Pulmonology

  1. 1,181 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Pediatric Pulmonology

About this book

You'll turn here often for the latest AAP findings and recommenations; assessment and testing how-tos; proven therapeutic strategies; procedures, and techniques; home care and monitoring considerations; and much more.

 

Powerful problem-solving features in each information-rich chapter include illustrative case reports, key point summaries; and definitions of pulmonary-specific terms. 

 

Nearly 300 finely detailed images complement the text.

 

Content highlights:

 

- Foundation knowledge and know-how - anatomy and physiology; physical examination; pulmonary testing; imaging; bronchoscopy

- Allergic conditions - acute bronchopulmonary aspergillosis; asthma

- Anatomical disorders - congenital anomalies; chest wall and spinal deformities

- Upper airway infections - croup, epiglottitis, and bacterial tracheitis

- Lower airway infections - bronchiectasis; bronchiolitis; community-acquired pneumonia; complications of pneumonia; tuberculosis

- Noninfectious pulmonary disorders - interstitial lung disease; bronchopulmonary dysplasia; pleural effusion; pneumothorax and pneumomediastinum; pulmonary hemorrhage; aspiration

- Miscellaneous pulmonologic issues - lung transplantation; pulmonary disorders associated with obesity; functional respiratory disorders; sleep disorders

- Genetic disorders - cystic fibrosis; primary ciliary dyskinesia

- Lung disease associated with systemic disorders - pulmonary complications of cardiac disease; endocrine disorders; GI disorders; sickle cell disease; immunodeficiency disorders; neuromuscular disorders; cancer

- Treating and managing pulmonary disease - airway clearance techniques; medication delivery; bronchodilators; antibiotics and corticosteroids; oxygen therapy; preventing and treating tobacco dependence; home monitoring; home ventilation

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Yes, you can access Pediatric Pulmonology by Michael J Light,Carol J Blaisdell,Douglas N. Homnick,Michael S. Schechter,Miles M. Weinberger, Michael J Light, Carol J Blaisdell, Douglas N. Homnick, Michael S. Schechter, Miles M. Weinberger in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Medicine & Pediatric Medicine. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.

Information

Publisher
American Academy of Pediatrics
Year
2011
Print ISBN
9781581104929
eBook ISBN
9781581104936
Edition
1
Topic
Medicine
Subtopic
Pediatric Medicine
American 
Academy 
of 
Pediatrics
Section 
on 
Pediatric 
Pulmonology 
Executive 
Committee
Michael 
S. 
Schechter, 
MD, 
MPH, 
FAAP, 
Chairperson
Juile 
P. 
Katkin, 
MD, 
FAAP
Carol 
J. 
Blaisdell, 
MD, 
FAAP
John 
L. 
Colombo, 
MD, 
FAAP
Karen 
A. 
Hardy, 
MD, 
FAAP
Douglas 
N. 
Homnick, 
MD, 
MPH, 
FAAP
Juan 
C. 
Martinez, 
MD 
DABSM, 
FAAP
Miles 
M. 
Weinberger, 
MD, 
FAAP
Devika 
R. 
Rao, 
MD, 
Post-Residency 
Training 
Member
Christopher 
E. 
Harris, 
MD, 
FAAP, 
Immediate 
Past 
Chairperson
Laura 
N. 
Laskosz, 
MPH, 
Staff 
Manager

Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Editor Page
  3. Copyright 2011 American Academy of Pediatrics - ISBN: 978-1-58110-492-9
  4. American Academy of Pediatrics: Section on Pediatric Pulmonology Executive Committee
  5. Editorial Board
  6. American Academy of Pediatrics Reviewers
  7. Contributors
  8. Table of Contents
  9. Preface
  10. Foundation
  11. Allergic Conditions
  12. Anatomical Disorders
  13. Upper Airway Infections
  14. Lower Airway Infections
  15. Noninfectious Pulmonary Disorders
  16. Other Pulmonologic Issues
  17. Genetic Disorders
  18. Treating and Managing Pulmonary Disease
  19. Index
  20. Back Cover