Download or read book Diagnosis and Treatment of Fungal Chest Infections An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine written by Andrew Limper and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2017-08-19 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine focuses on Current Perspectives on the Diagnosis and Treatment of Fungal Chest Infections.Editors Andrew Limper and Eva Carmona have assembled an expert team of authors on topics such as: When to consider the possibility of a fungal infection: an overview of clinical diagnosis and laboratory approaches; Overview of treatment approaches for fungal infections; Clinical perspectives in the diagnosis and management of histoplasmosis; Presentation and management of coccidiodomycosis in immune competent and immunosuppressed patients; Clinical manifestations and treatment of blastomycosis; Update on the epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment of cryptococcal infections; Approach to fungal infections in HIV-infected individuals: Pneumocystis and beyond; Fungal infections in immunocompromised patients with malignancies: practical approaches to prevention, diagnosis, and treatment; Candidemia in the intensive care unit; Fungal infections following lung transplantation; Noninvasive aspergillus infections and syndromes; Contemporary laboratory modalities for the diagnosis of fungal infections; Emergence of the molds other than Aspergillus in immunocompromised patients.
Download or read book Pneumonia An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine written by Russell Peterson and published by American Medical Publishers. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition which affects the alveoli of the lungs. It exhibits symptoms such as chest pain, productive or dry cough, trouble breathing and fever. Pneumonia is caused due to a bacterial infection or a viral infection. It may also arise as a response to certain medications and clinical conditions such as autoimmune diseases. Vaccinations exist for certain types of pneumonia. It can be diagnosed on the basis of a physical examination and the symptoms. The diagnosis can be supported with chest X-rays, culture of the sputum and blood tests. The condition can be resolved with antibiotics, analgesics, fluids and proper rest. The situation can aggravate in the elderly or young children, especially when coupled with other medical conditions. In case of respiratory distress, hospitalization is required. This book explores all the important aspects of pneumonia in the present day scenario. It provides significant information of this condition to help develop a good understanding of its diagnosis and treatment. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.
Download or read book Diagnosis and Treatment of Fungal Infections written by Duane R. Hospenthal and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-09-14 with total page 426 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diagnosis and Treatment of Fungal Infections, 3rd Edition contains the latest research and clinical evidence on fungal infections in humans. Updated again by globally recognized experts, this concise text is divided into sections dedicated to the patient approach, laboratory and radiological diagnosis, systemic antifungal agents, mycoses, and instructive cases. It is a concise but comprehensive resource for use in conjunction with patient care duties and in teaching. It is the perfect guide for hospital-based primary care physicians, oncologists, critical care specialists, and infectious disease fellows with limited training or experience in the identification and management of fungal infections.
Download or read book Fungal Infection written by Malcolm D. Richardson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Concise, up-to-date guide to the clinical manifestations,laboratory diagnosis and management of superficial, subcutaneousand systemic fungal infections "I would recommend this book to all microbiologists andclinicians regularly dealing with patients suffering from fungalinfections." Journal of Medical Microbiology WHY BUY THIS BOOK? Thorough update of significant developments in the diagnosisand management of fungal infections Up-to-date drug and dosage recommendations updated in line withcurrent guidelines New feature: epidemiology and prevention section in eachchapter plus further reading lists of key papers New feature: algorithms in each section on management andtreatment of key fungal infections Problem-orientated to help clinician make best use oftime-consuming laboratory investigations This title is now available for the PDA, powered by Skyscape- to buy your copy click here
Download or read book Hot Topics in Lung Infections An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics of North America written by Rachael Lee and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2024-03-28 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this issue of Infectious Disease Clinics, guest editors Rachael Lee and Helen W. Boucher bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Lung Infections. Top experts in the field provide important updates on hot topics such as Viral Pneumonias, Infectious Pulmonary Diseases, Infections in Heart and Lung Transplant Recipients, and more. Contains 12 practice-oriented topics including Opportunistic Infections Post-Lung Transplantation: Viral, Fungal, and Mycobacterial; Novel Approaches to Multidrug-Resistant Infections in Cystic Fibrosis; Coronavirus Disease-2019 in the Immunocompromised Host; Novel and Rapid Diagnostics for Common Infections in the Critically Ill Patient; and more. Provides in-depth clinical reviews on lung infections, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.
Download or read book Fungal Infections An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics of North America E Book written by Luis Ostrosky-Zeichner and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-03-12 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There have been major advances in new therapies, diagnostic tools, and strategies for treatment and prevention of fungal infections. Despite these encouraging developments, large numbers of patients are at risk for infectious diseases, and the epidemiology of invasive mycoses continues to emerge. The diagnosis of these infections remains difficult, and treatment outcomes in highly immunosuppressed patients remain poor. Thus, this issue is devoted to state-of-the-art updates on fungal infections by internationally recognized authorities in this field. Some topics covered are Antifungal agents; State-of-the-art culture, identification, and resistance testing of fungal pathogens; Non-culture diagnostics in fungal disease; Contemporary strategies in the prevention and management of fungal infections; Invasive candidiasis; Invasive aspergillosis; Mucormycoses; and Cryptococcosis to name a few.
Download or read book Pulmonary Complications of Non Pulmonary Malignancy An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine E Book written by Guang-Shing Cheng and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2017-05-25 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine focuses on Pulmonary Complications of Non-Pulmonary Malignancy. Editors Guang-Shing Cheng and Jennifer Possick have assembled an expert team of authors on topics such as: Pulmonary manifestations of non-pulmonary solid malgnancies; Pulmonary manifestations of leukemia and lymphoma; Radiation pneumonitis; Toxicities from conventional chemotherapy; Toxicities from novel targeted therapies; Bacterial pneumonia; Fungal pneumonia; Viral pneumonia; IPS and other early onset non-infectious pulmonary syndromes; Pulmonary GVHD and other late-onset non-infectious pulmonary syndromes; Pulmonary function and pre-transplant risk assessment; Diagnostic Evaluation of Pulmonary Abnormalities in Hematologic Malignancy and HCT; Acute respiratory failure in patients with non-pulmonary malignancy; Critical care prognosis and outcomes in patients with non-pulmonary malignancy; and Palliative and end-of-life care.
Download or read book Fungal Diseases written by George A. Sarosi and published by Clinics: Internal Medicine. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this imporatant update, the guest editors have brought together experts in fungal disease to discuss some of the most important topics in this area: histoplasmosis, blastomycosis, coccidioidomycosis, PCP, cryptococcosis, fungal infections in the era of biologics, Candida in the ICU, Aspergillus pulmonary syndromes, fungal disease in BMT and SOT, fungal complications of lung transplantation, Moulds, serology and Ag testing, role of BAL in rapid diagnosis, molecular testing, and overview of antifungal agents.
Download or read book World Clinics Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine Pneumonia written by Surinder K Jindal and published by Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers. This book was released on 2019-10-31 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Severe Community Acquired Pneumonia written by Jordi Rello and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2001-06-30 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Severe Community Acquired Pneumonia is a book in which chapters are authored and the same topics discussed by North American and European experts. This approach provides a unique opportunity to view the different perspectives and points of view on this subject. Severe CAP is a common clinical problem encountered in the ICU setting. This book reviews topics concerning the pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of SCAP. The discussions on the role of alcohol in severe CAP and adjunctive therapies are important topics that further our understanding of this severe respiratory infection.
Download or read book Antifungal Therapy written by Mahmoud Ghannoum and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 484 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A concise one-stop-practical reference for the various physicians dealing with fungal infections, Antifungal Therapy appeals to infectious disease physicians, transplant surgeons, dermatologists, and intensivists, as well as basic scientists and pharmaceutical company researchers interested in the state of antifungal therapy. This book provides a c
Download or read book Kendig and Chernick s Disorders of the Respiratory Tract in Children E Book written by Robert W. Wilmott and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-02-25 with total page 1163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kendig, Chernick’s Disorders of the Respiratory Tract in Children is the definitive medical reference book to help you confront critical challenges using the latest knowledge and techniques. You’ll get the state-of-the-art answers you need to offer the best care to young patients. Tackle the toughest challenges and improve patient outcomes with coverage of all the common and rare respiratory problems found in newborns and children worldwide. Get a solid foundation of knowledge to better understand and treat your patients through coverage of the latest basic science and its relevance to clinical problems. Get comprehensive, authoritative coverage on today’s hot topics, such as interstitial lung disease, respiratory disorders in the newborn, congenital lung disease, swine flu, genetic testing for disease and the human genome, inflammatory cytokines in the lung, new radiologic techniques, diagnostic imaging of the respiratory tract, and pulmonary function tests. Learn from the experts with contributions from 100 world authorities in the fields of pediatrics, pulmonology, neurology, microbiology, cardiology, physiology, diagnostic imaging, anesthesiology, otolaryngology, allergy, and surgery.
Download or read book Advances in Mechanical Ventilation An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine E Book written by Neil R. MacIntyre and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2016-11-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine focuses on Advances in Mechanical Ventilation. Articles include: Mechanical Ventilation Design Features; Assessing Respiratory System Mechanical Function; Ventilator Induced Lung Injury; Managing Acute Lung Injury; Patient-Ventilator Interactions; Extracorporeal Gas Exchange; Preventing Ventilator Associated Infections; Ventilator Discontinuation Process; Ventilator Management of the Non-injured Lung; Non-invasive Ventilation; and more!
Download or read book Interventional Pulmonology An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine written by Ali I. Musani and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2018-03-06 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue of Chest Medicine Clinics focuses on Interventional Pulmonology, with topics including: Flexible bronchoscopy; Radiology for mediastinal lymph node station in lung cancer diagnosis and staging; Lung cancer screening; Early lung cancer detection; Palliative care and interventional pulmonology; Anesthesia for flexible and rigid bronchoscopy; Mediastinal and pulmonary pathology: Specimen collection and processing; Bronchial Thermoplasty: A nonpharmacological therapy for severe asthma; Bronchoscopic lung volume reduction; Malignant pleural effusion: From diagnostics to therapeutics; Intrapleural therapeutics; Percutaneous dilational tracheostomy; Tracheobronchial stenosis and Tracheobroncho malacia: diagnostic and therapeutic dilemmas; Pediatric interventional pulmonology; The Business of Bronchoscopy: How to set up an Interventional Pulmonology Program; Bronchoscopic therapies for peripheral lung malignancies; and Bronchial Thermoplasty: A nonpharmacological therapy for severe asthma.
Download or read book Diseases of the Chest Breast Heart and Vessels 2019 2022 written by Juerg Hodler and published by Springer. This book was released on 2019-02-19 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This open access book focuses on diagnostic and interventional imaging of the chest, breast, heart, and vessels. It consists of a remarkable collection of contributions authored by internationally respected experts, featuring the most recent diagnostic developments and technological advances with a highly didactical approach. The chapters are disease-oriented and cover all the relevant imaging modalities, including standard radiography, CT, nuclear medicine with PET, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging, as well as imaging-guided interventions. As such, it presents a comprehensive review of current knowledge on imaging of the heart and chest, as well as thoracic interventions and a selection of "hot topics". The book is intended for radiologists, however, it is also of interest to clinicians in oncology, cardiology, and pulmonology.
Download or read book Viral and Atypical Pneumonia in Adults An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine E Book written by Charles S. Dela Cruz and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2017-02-06 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine focuses on Viral and Atypical Pneumonia. Editors Charles Dela Cruz and Richard Wunderlink have assembled an expert team of authors on topics such as: Epidemiology of Viral Pneumonia; Diagnostic Testing for Viral and Atypical Infections;Lung Microbiome: Atypical Infections and Viruses; RSV Pneumonia in the Young and Old;Viral infections in Chronic Lung Diseases; Viral Pneumonia and ARDS;Viruses in the Immunocompromised; Atypical Bacterial Pneumonia; Other Community Respiratory Viruses; Pandemic Viruses; Epidemic and Emerging Coronaviruses; Post-Viral Complications; Antiviral Treatments; and Vaccines in the Prevention of Viral Pneumonia.
Download or read book Thoracic Imaging An Issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine E Book written by Jane P. Ko and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2024-06-03 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this issue of Clinics in Chest Medicine, guest editor Dr. Jane P. Ko brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Thoracic Imaging. Top experts discuss CT signs in the lungs; pericardial recesses on CT: implications for the pulmonologist; imaging of solid pulmonary nodules; subsolid nodules: significance and current understanding; ICU imaging pearls and pitfalls; and more. - Contains 20 relevant, practice-oriented topics including imaging the patient with COVID-19: acute to long COVID; CTEPH: clinical and imaging evaluation; update on interstitial pneumonias; ILAs: current understanding; imaging of lung transplantation; imaging of the large airways; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on thoracic imaging, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.
