The most convenient source of answers on all pulmonary conditionsPractical, current information for day-to-day diagnosis and treatment of all conditions affecting breathingThe choice of pulmonologists, residents, students, emergency clinicians, and general and family medicine practitioners alikeAuthoritative, easy-to-find, practical help with evaluation, treatment, and management of all common pulmonary diseases and conditionsEasy-to-use yet comprehensive, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment in Pulmonary Medicine offers quick access to workup tools for definitive diagnosis and treatment for all common pulmonary diseases and disorders. This conveniently organized guide is the best quick reference for physicians who treat pulmonary problems.CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment in Pulmonary Medicine features:Forty-two chapters of practical help with pulmonary medicineEasy-access organization by procedure, anatomical structure, and diseaseConcise yet complete coverage of evaluation, history-taking, and examinationDiagnosis and treatment help with all commonly encountered pulmonary diseases, including asthma; viral, bacterial, and mycobacterial infections; interstitial, vascular, and ventilatory control disorders; cystic fibrosis; neoplasms; diseases of the mediastinum; and pulmonary hypertension"Essentials of Diagnosis" for every diseaseEasy-access information on diagnostic imaging and laboratory testsAbundant diagnostic and treatment algorithmsDetailed advice on acute and chronic respiratory failure and mechanical ventilationIn-depth coverage of occupational and environmental lung diseases, including practical diagnostic and treatment plansExpert advice on common conditions such as sleep apnea and non-pulmonary diseases that affect breathing250 helpful photos and illustrationsConcise, current, and comprehensive review of pulmonary practiceHelpful references to important new sources"