(Ebook) Fishman's Pulmonary Diseases and Disorders by Michael A. Grippi (Editor in Chief) ISBN 9781260473988, 1260473988

(Ebook) Fishman's Pulmonary Diseases and Disorders by Michael A. Grippi (Editor in Chief) ISBN 9781260473988, 1260473988

This, the 6th edition of Fishman’s Pulmonary Diseases and Disorders,represents a major update of the prior edition. The book continuesto incorporate broad and authoritative discussions of topics relevantto pulmonary physicians and those interested in sleep medicine andassociated disorders; it also includes core topics of importance to thepractice of critical care medicine. As in previous editions, the 6threlies heavily upon expert presentations of many basic science areasthat, in the Editors’ opinions, constitute an important substrate forclinically based discussions. The clinical sections of the book havebeen extensively revamped and expanded.Notable content additions include important information onthe respiratory effects of vaping, more detailed discussion of theidiopathic interstitial pneumonitides, an expanded presentationon the imaging and work-up of lung nodules, consideration ofimmunotherapy in the treatment of lung cancer, information onCOVID-19–related lung disease and its management, and comprehensivediscussion of noninvasive ventilation, including itsuse in ambulatory and ICU settings. In addition, new chapters oncystic lung disease, lung cancer screening, the lung microbiome,developmental lung disorders, nocardiosis and actinomycosis, andapplication of ECMO have been included. The work is extensivelyreferenced, with more than 22,000 citations.Illustrations remain a pivotal component of the book, with nearly2500 included in the book and online on AccessMedicine.com.