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While it may appear that the nervous and immune systems exist as two separate entities, groundbreaking observations have positively identified anatomic connections between elements of the nervous system and cells of adaptive immunity. Building on this research, Autonomic Neuroimmunology presents a scientific discussion of the current understanding...

Starting with patient assessment, the authors explain the physiological basis of all major cardiopulmonary problems before describing the physiotherapy interventions possible - this ensures the reader understands why the problems occur and not just how to treat them. The book concludes with a detailed glossary, an appendix describing all the...

The medical literature addresses chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but this text focuses on the most salient aspects of the disease and brings those into a single reference source. Handbook of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease begins with clear classifications of COPD symptoms and defines the full pathology. The editors then...

Pathogenesis and Clinical ManagementProviding comprehensive coverage of the pathophysiology, pharmacology, and management of asthma from a multidisciplinary perspective, this thoroughly revised and updated reference reports the most recent breakthroughs in antiinflammatory therapies, herbal medications, airway remodeling, and disease prevention...

Each volume in the Classic Papers series presents up to two hundred of the most important papers published in a particular specialty. The papers have been carefully compiled, not merely for their historical importance but also for their contemporary relevance. In this volume, Classic Papers in Breast Disease, a team of experts shares their...

Appearance and TherapyA handy reference for diagnosis and management of nail disorders. This second edition contains new material on podiatry and its input for management of nail disorders....