
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Michael H. Weisman(Author)
Oxford University Press Inc
Published on 14. July 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
112 pages
978-0-19-975421-2 (ISBN)
Description
Rheumatoid arthritis is a common but often debilitating disorder. Given the intricate and challenging nature of treating rheumatoid arthritis, it is imperative to educate physicians on the disease's initial symptoms and complications, as well as to provide accurate and up-to-date information regarding effective treatment. Designed to help eradicate misconceptions concerning rheumatoid arthritis and its treatment, this concise volume helps clinicians to understand and then effectively diagnose and treat patients with the condition.
Part of the Oxford American Rheumatology Library, this concise guide serves as a practical, user-friendly reference for rheumatologists and other healthcare professionals. The book provides an overview of rheumatoid arthritis, including its epidemiology, symptoms, signs, and pathophysiology. Using the most current information available, the author evaluates both traditional and innovative treatment methods. A thorough glossary defines key terms and the appendix includes related resource information - associations, journals and doctors/researchers - all devoted to the study and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Part of the Oxford American Rheumatology Library, this concise guide serves as a practical, user-friendly reference for rheumatologists and other healthcare professionals. The book provides an overview of rheumatoid arthritis, including its epidemiology, symptoms, signs, and pathophysiology. Using the most current information available, the author evaluates both traditional and innovative treatment methods. A thorough glossary defines key terms and the appendix includes related resource information - associations, journals and doctors/researchers - all devoted to the study and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 127 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
120 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-19-975421-2 (9780199754212)
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Michael H. Weisman
Rheumatoid Arthritis
E-Book
06/2011
1st Edition
OUP eBook
€35.49
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Person
Michael H. Weisman, MD, is Director of the Division of Rheumatology at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center, Professor of Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at University of California, Los Angeles, and Professor Emeritus of Medicine at University of California, San Diego School of Medicine.
Author
Director, Division of RheumatologyDirector, Division of Rheumatology, Cedar-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA
Content
Chapter 1: History of Rheumatoid Arthritis ; Chapter 2: Definition and Classification ; Chapter 3: Epidemiology ; Chapter 4: Pathogenesis ; Chapter 5: Clinical Signs and Symptoms ; Chapter 6: Comorbidities and RA ; Chapter 7: Pregnancy ; Chapter 8: Outcome Measurement ; Chapter 9: Laboratory and Imaging Assessments ; Chapter 10: Differential Diagnosis ; Chapter 11: Medications Used to Manage RA ; Chapter 12: Economic Impact and Disability Issues ; Chapter 13: Prognosis ; Glossary ; Appendix: Rheumatoid Arthritis Resource Materials