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The spectrum of systemic rheumatologic disease (often termed connective tissue disease) is characterized by autoimmune-mediated organ dysfunction, and the lungs are a frequent target. There are numerous pulmonary manifestations associated with connective tissue diseases, and all patients with rheumatologic disease are at risk of developing associated lung disease. Pulmonary Manifestations of Rheumatic Disease covers the comprehensive management of rheumatologic lung disease, which requires a multi-disciplinary approach and is optimized by active engagement by rheumatologists working closely with pulmonologists and other specialists. The book offers a practical reference using a case-based approach for practicing clinicians in the ongoing assessment and understanding of rheumatologic lung disease, and presents the science and pathophysiology underlying rheumatologic lung diseases. The first text of its kind specifically dedicated to describe diverse, commonplace, and challenging aspects of rheumatologic lung diseases, Pulmonary Manifestations of Rheumatic Disease serves as an invaluable tool for the practicing clinician.
List of contents
1: The Lung in Rheumatic Diseases.- 2: Evaluation of Lung Disease in Patients with Connective Tissue Disease.- 3: Rheumatoid Arthritis.- 4: Interstitial Lung Disease in Systemic Sclerosis.- 5: Inflammatory Myopathy/Anti-Synthetase Syndrome.- 6: Pulmonary Manifestations of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).- 7: Pulmonary Manifestations in Mixed Connective Tissue Disease.- 8: Pulmonary Manifestations of Primary Sjögren's Syndrome.- 9: Pulmonary Manifestations of Sarcoidosis.- 10: Pulmonary Manifestations of Vasculitis.- 11: Pulmonary Hypertension Associated with Connective Tissue Disease.- 12: Respiratory Infections in the Rheumatic Disease Patient.- 13: Lung Transplantation for Connective Tissue Disease-Associated Lung Disease.- 14: Current and Emerging Treatment Options in Interstitial Lung Disease.
About the author
Paul F. Dellaripa
Department of Medicine
Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, MA
USA
Aryeh Fischer
Division of Rheumatology
Autoimmune and Interstitial Lung Disease Program
Department of Medicine
National Jewish Health
Denver, CO
USA
Kevin R. Flaherty
Department of Internal Medicine
Division of Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine
University of Michigan Medical School
Ann Arbor, MI
USA
Summary
The spectrum of systemic rheumatologic disease (often termed connective tissue disease) is characterized by autoimmune-mediated organ dysfunction, and the lungs are a frequent target. There are numerous pulmonary manifestations associated with connective tissue diseases, and all patients with rheumatologic disease are at risk of developing associated lung disease. Pulmonary Manifestations of Rheumatic Disease covers the comprehensive management of rheumatologic lung disease, which requires a multi-disciplinary approach and is optimized by active engagement by rheumatologists working closely with pulmonologists and other specialists. The book offers a practical reference using a case-based approach for practicing clinicians in the ongoing assessment and understanding of rheumatologic lung disease, and presents the science and pathophysiology underlying rheumatologic lung diseases. The first text of its kind specifically dedicated to describe diverse, commonplace, and challenging aspects of rheumatologic lung diseases, Pulmonary Manifestations of Rheumatic Disease serves as an invaluable tool for the practicing clinician.
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“This outstanding book focuses on the present knowledge and therapies, as well as potential future advances, in the fields of lung disease and the rheumatic diseases. … This is a tool that will most benefit practicing rheumatologists, pulmonologists, and any trainees in these fields. … This is a great book for practicing clinicians and trainees. It is easy to read and well organized; a good reference to have on hand.” (Kyle Sinclair, Doody's Book Reviews, May, 2015)
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"This outstanding book focuses on the present knowledge and therapies, as well as potential future advances, in the fields of lung disease and the rheumatic diseases. ... This is a tool that will most benefit practicing rheumatologists, pulmonologists, and any trainees in these fields. ... This is a great book for practicing clinicians and trainees. It is easy to read and well organized; a good reference to have on hand." (Kyle Sinclair, Doody's Book Reviews, May, 2015)
