Pediatric Pulmonology

You'll turn here often for the latest AAP findings and recommenations; assessment and testing how-tos; proven therapeutic strategies; procedures, and techniques; home care and monitoring considerations; and much more. Powerful problem-solving features in each information-rich chapter include illustrative case reports, key point summaries; and definitions of pulmonary-specific terms. Nearly 300 finely detailed images complement the text. Content highlights: - Foundation knowledge and know-how- anatomy and physiology; physical examination; pulmonary testing; imaging; bronchoscopy - Allergic conditions- acute bronchopulmonary aspergillosis; asthma - Anatomical disorders- congenital anomalies; chest wall and spinal deformities - Upper airway infections- croup, epiglottitis, and bacterial tracheitis - Lower airway infections- bronchiectasis; bronchiolitis; community-acquired pneumonia; complications of pneumonia; tuberculosis - Noninfectious pulmonary disorders- interstitial lung disease; bronchopulmonary dysplasia; pleural effusion; pneumothorax and pneumomediastinum; pulmonary hemorrhage; aspiration - Miscellaneous pulmonologic issues- lung transplantation; pulmonary disorders associated with obesity; functional respiratory disorders; sleep disorders - Genetic disorders- cystic fibrosis; primary ciliary dyskinesia - Lung disease associated with systemic disorders- pulmonary complications of cardiac disease; endocrine disorders; GI disorders; sickle cell disease; immunodeficiency disorders; neuromuscular disorders; cancer - Treating and managing pulmonary disease- airway clearance techniques; medication delivery; bronchodilators; antibiotics and corticosteroids; oxygen therapy; preventing and treating tobacco dependence; home monitoring; home ventilation