Reumatologia

Rheumatology - as only Harrison's can cover it. Featuring a superb compilation of chapters on rheumatology that appear in "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Eighteenth Edition", this concise, full-color clinical companion delivers the latest knowledge in the field backed by the scientific rigor and authority that have defined Harrison's. You will find content from renowned editors and contributors in a carry-anywhere presentation that is ideal for the classroom, clinic, ward, or exam/certification preparation. It features: current, thorough coverage of important immunology and rheumatology topics, including the immune system in health and disease, disorders of immune-mediated injury, and disorders of the joints and adjacent tissues; delivers insights designed to reduce pain, lesson joint and organ damage, and improve overall patient outcomes; integrates pathophysiology with clinical management. 75 high-yield questions and answers drawn from "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 18e"; content updates and new developments since the publication of "Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 18e"; 24 chapters written by physicians who are recognized experts in the field of rheumatology; and helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance.

"Essential Applications of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Rheumatology", by Richard Wakefield & Maria D'Agostino, assists you in most effectively using musculoskeletal ultrasound to diagnose and monitor the progression of rheumatoid arthritis, vasculitis, and other rheumatic and soft tissue disorders. Sponsored by the European League against Rheumatism (EULAR), it is the first reference that attempts to set rigorous guidelines for how and when to use musculoskeletal ultrasound in the evaluation of these cases. At expertconsult.com you can reference the complete contents online, along with an image gallery, supplemental video stills and clips, and clinical cases with companion assessment questions.

Una guida semplice e dettagliata per conoscere e combattere l'artrite con l'aiuto della natura

Il volume fornisce un'informazione chiara e aggiornata sull'osteoporosi

L'idea che invecchiando corriamo il rischio di romperci, di frantumarci fa presa facilmente, specialmente sulle donne

Negli ultimi cinquant'anni la conoscenza sulle malattie reumatiche è migliorata e oggi se ne rilevano quasi duecento tipi. Ciò ha permesso ai medici di diagnosticare le diverse patologie con maggior precisione, sviluppando i trattamenti più adatti per le esigenze dei singoli pazienti. Grazie alle innovazioni scientifiche, inoltre, le tecniche diagnostiche sono progredite e oggi le artropatie possono essere identificate con maggiore tempestività. Il volume identifica i principali tipi di malattie reumatiche, descrivendone nel dettaglio sintomi, evoluzione e diagnosi. Un'ampia sezione è dedicata al trattamento farmacologico e chirurgico delle patologie reumatiche, oltre che alle terapie non convenzionali.