Rheumatology Books

Book Synopsis1. Coming of Age.- 2. Student Years.- 3. Young Physician.- 4. In the Army.- 5. Public Health Service.

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Book SynopsisThis book elucidates on the examination technique, the sonographic changes in musculoskeletal rheumatic involvement and the ultrasound assessment of joint rheumatic diseases. The atlas is enriched with several figures, in which the US picture is compared with that of conventional radiography, CT and MRI. It provides a unique collection of black and white and color images for easy and reliable diagnosis. The book is a practice-oriented tool.Table of ContentsEquipment and examination technique generalities. Equipment. Examination technique. Artifacts. Doppler technologies. Echo-contrast agents.- Technical examination procedure. Thoracic and abdominal wall. Upper extremity. Lower extremity.- Sonographic and power Doppler normal anatomy. Cartilage. Synovial spaces. Tendons and ligaments. Muscles. Nerves. Dermis and hypodermis.- Sonographic changes in musculoskeletal rheumatic involvement. Cartilage. Synovial spaces. Tendons and ligaments. Muscles. Nerves. Dermis and hypodermis.- Pathologic findings in rheumatic diseases. Osteoarthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis. Seronegative spondyloarthritis. Crystal-related arthropathies. Connective tissue disorders. Metabolic diseases. Synovial osteochondromatosis. Pigmented villonodular synovitis. Septic arthritis. Hemophiliac arthropathy. Primitive and peripheral entrapment neuropathies. Rheumatology in sport.- Ultrasonography and therapy monitoring.- Ultrasound-guided procedures.

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Book SynopsisDescribes the clinical approach to an organ of sense and motion unique as the 'foot-ankle' through the educational model of the iconographic narrative, useful to the doctor to recognize the paramorphisms of pathological pictures. The purpose is to illustrate the clinical approach according to the authors' experiences.

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Book Synopsis Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023!Imaging in Rheumatology: A Clinical Approach is ideal for radiologists and rheumatologists—as well as orthopedic surgeons and others interested in applying imaging to rheumatologic diseases—and stresses conventional radiography as the most effective imaging assessment technique to help diagnose various diseases and conditions. Greenspan and Gershwin—a radiologist and rheumatologist, respectively—focus on practical, everyday use, so you can apply knowledge you learn in any clinical setting. Features: Clearly and comprehensively details clinical, pathological, and imaging assessment of rheumatic diseases and conditions like arthritides and arthropathies. Trains radiologists learn how imaging fits into diagnostic processes—and non -radiologists how to better understand imaging techniques. Designed for practical, everyday use in clini

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Book SynopsisBack pain is the commonest form of rheumatism and it is estimated to affect between 65% and 80% of populations sampled. The costs of back pain-related medical care and disability compensation make it one of society's most significant non-lethal medical conditions. Whilst mortality is low, its morbidity is high, inconvenience great, and economic burden massive. The actual symptom of back pain is one of the commonest and most perplexing encountered in medical practice. A proper understanding of what it means is crucial for further medical advance. However, the field of back pain research probably has more experts than any other. Anybody who has back pain will, as often as not, expound views on all matters concerning causation and expectations. Indeed, it is not for a lack of ideas that this field of investigation has failed to make progress. A respected senior investigator advised me early on that patients could not even tell which side their pain was on. It was only many years later that I discovered why. Though the initial incident or accident would seem important to the patient and to the researcher, it is remarkable how little it helps distinguish patterns of back pain. Tests of inappropriate behaviour in the past have been widely disseminated and yet even the originators have said that they cannot be sure of the implications of positive non-organic test findings. This book will show that these 'indicators' are not what they seem to be. In many cases, it is difficult to tell which level in the lumbar spine the pain comes from, and thus treatments such as injections or operation, may be given at the wrong level, let alone the wrong side. Though the various forms of back pain treatment seem to help some patients, when these same treatments are subjected to randomised controlled trials, the evidence for efficacy seems to all but vanish. With all these difficulties and uncertainties, it can be seen why low back pain presents one of the most fallible fields of healthcare. This book indicates that there are ways of dealing with the majority of these problems. Many of the answers from the research conducted were most unexpected. The reader is also advised that the scientific approach cannot deliver hard and fast answers to all contemporary questions in such a wide field and much has depended on the choice of problems to study. Whilst the tests used to distinguish the patterns in this study have their limitations, and whilst there is, as yet, only limited evidence as to the underlying pathology for the patterns recognised, it is felt that some of the other patterns identified are descriptive of diagnoses that are generally accepted. If the answers that are put forward appear to change the direction of understanding, it is hoped that you, the reader, will be able to carry the enquiry further when you see patients, advise treatment or even experience back pain yourself!

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an integrative approach for the management and care of the arthritis patient. Many different psychological, social, and behavioral factors have been shown to affect the quality of life of arthritis patients beyond the effects of the disease and the response to medications and treatments. The book establishes a biopsychosocial framework for understanding the interplay between psychological and physical aspects of rheumatic disease and summarizes the research about the psychosocial aspects that affect patients with arthritis, including stress, social support, doctor-patient communication, and sleep patterns. It explores the practice of incorporating psychological and behavioral approaches in the rheumatology clinic in order to surmount the problems of access and enhance the quality of care, promotes a comprehensive perspective on the numerous issues affecting persons with arthritis, and provides clinical guidelines for management. Psychosocial Factors in Arthritis is a valuable resource for behavioral medicine researchers, behavioral clinicians, and a range of arthritis professionals, including rheumatologists, nurses, and other allied health service practitioners. Table of Contents​ ​Preface.- Part I: Biopsychosocial Aspects of Arthritis.- New perspectives on the biopsychosocial model.- Arthritis pain.- Coping and arthritis.- Psychiatric co-morbidity in arthritis.- Stress and arthritis.- Social support and arthritis.- Quality of life/disability.- Health care utilization.- Adherence/doctor patient communication.- Psychosocial and behavioral influences on inflammation.- Sleep disturbance and health outcomes.- Patient beliefs and schemas.- Cultural factors in arthritis care.- Part II: Managing arthritis in the clinical setting.- Overview and applicability of psychological/behavioral approaches.- Screening of psychological distress.- Dissemination of psychological approaches.- Future directions in management.- Index.​

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Book SynopsisThis book provides a concise and up-to-date review of key rheumatology topics along with extensive practice questions to assist in preparing for the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Rheumatology Certification Exam.Each chapter focuses on a single disease and starts with a short review (primarily tables and figures) to highlight the main points and key issues. The review is followed by 10-20 board-style multiple choice questions with detailed explanations for each topic. The chapters and associated preparation questions are written by established experts from top institutions in the United States. The book concludes with a 50-question practice test reflecting the format used by the ABIM Board Certification Exam.Absolute Rheumatology Review is an essential resource for not only graduate students, residents, and fellows in rheumatology and internal medicine studying for board exams but also rheumatologists, physicians, and related professionals preparing for recertification.Table of ContentsIntroduction.-Immunological Basis of Inflammatory Arthritides.-Clinical Epidemiology for Rheumatologists.-Osteoarthritis.-Regional Musculoskeletal Syndromes and the use of MSK Ultrasound.-Infectious Arthritis.-Rheumatoid Arthritis.-Psoriatic Arthritis.-Axial Spondyloarthritis.-Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.-Sjogren's Syndrome.-Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma).-Vasculitis.-Inflammatory Myopathies.-Osteoporosis.-Crystal Arthritis.-Autoinflammatory Diseases.-Pediatric Rheumatology for Adult Rheumatologists.-Musculoskeletal Manifestations of Systemic Diseases.-Clinical Genetics in Rheumatology

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Book SynopsisDesigned as reference material to increase knowledge of the human body. Beautiful full-colour illustrations help enhance understanding of the body or illness. Suitable for healthcare professions, patients, students, educators and parents.

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Book SynopsisRheuma – was jetzt? Das Buch klärt verständlich auf, welche Formen es gibt, an welchen Symptomen die Krankheit zu erkennen ist und warum jemand erkrankt. Erfahren Sie, wie man Rheuma behandeln kann, was Ihnen hilft und was gut tut. Nach den ersten Anzeichen und der Diagnose des Arztes stellen sich dem Patienten viele Fragen, die dieses Buch beantwortet. Lassen Sie sich motivieren, mit der Krankheit leben zu lernen. So werden Sie sicher im Umgang mit Ihrem Körper und im Dialog mit Ihren Behandlern. Nehmen Sie Ihre Zukunft mit Rheuma selbst in die Hand.Trade Review“… Der Ratgeber ist in sehr verständlicher Sprache und somit patientengerecht geschrieben. Das Ziel von Frau Prof. Gromnica-Ihle ist es, mündige und informierte Patienten zu gewinnen, die im Sinne einer partizipativen Entscheidungsfindung gemeinsam und auf Augenhöhe mit dem behandelnden Arzt die bestmögliche Therapie finden. Frau Prof. Gromnica-Ihle leistet mit dem Buch einen wichtigen und äußerst gelungenen Beitrag dazu, Patienten über ihre Erkrankung umfassend aufzuklären.” (Morbus-Bechterew-Journal, Heft 149, Juni 2017)Table of ContentsI Rheuma – eine Krankheit im Wandel.- 1 Rheuma hat viele Gesichter.- 2 Welche Beschwerden und Krankheitszeichen weisen auf Rheuma hin?.- 3 Der Weg zur Diagnose.- 4 Rheuma ist heute gut behandelbar.- II Vielfältig und unterschiedlich – es gibt nicht nur „das Rheuma“.- 5 Häufigste entzündlich-rheumatische Erkrankung - die rheumatoide Arthritis.- 6 Wenn der Rücken schmerzt: die Spondyloarthritiden.- 7 Rheuma betrifft nicht nur die Gelenke – die Kollagenosen.- 8 Rheuma an den Blutgefäßen – die Vaskulitiden.- 9 Wenn der ganze Körper schmerzt – das Fibromyalgie-Syndrom.- 10 Die Fingergelenke sind verformt – Fingerpolyarthrose. - 11 Das Zipperlein – die Gicht.- 12 Wenn der Knochen bricht – Osteoporose.- III Sie sind nicht allein – Hilfe und Mit-Betroffene.- 13 Weitere Unterstützung - Reha, Rente, Schwerbeschädigung und Co.- 14 Die Stimmen rheumakranker Menschen - ihr Umgang mit der Erkrankung.- Glossar.- Stichwortverzeichnis.

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Book SynopsisThis text assesses the role of dendritic cells, T and B lymphocytes, epithelial and mast cells, eosinophils, neutrophils, macrophages, and their products in the initiation and progression of airway inflammation, regulation, and repair. It unveils advances in immunology and cell biology to generate new therapeutic regimens for inflammatory and allergic diseases,and offers unparalleled research from nearly 60 international contributors.Table of ContentsThe cells of the pulmonary immune response: overview of the pulmonary immune response, Laurent P. Nicod; antigen-presenting cells, Henk C. Hoogsteden, Hamida Hammad, and Bart N. Lambrecht; CD4 T lymphocytes in allergic asthma, Mark Larche and A.B. Kay; B-Cell differentiation and IgE synthesis, Hamida Hammad and Bart N. Lambrecht; immune functions of mast cells and basophils, Sarbjit S. Saini; immune functions of human eosinophils, Paul J. Coffer, Patricia M. R.E. Silva, Marco A. Martins, and Leo Koenderman; immune functions of airway epithelium, Sundeep S. Salvi and Stephen T. Holgate. Regulation processes in the pulmonary immune response: tolerance to inhaled antigen, Elizabeth R. Jarman, Gerard F. Hoyne and Jonathan R. Lamb; sensitization to inhaled allergen, Susan L. Prescott; polarization of T-helper cells, Martien L. Kapsenberg, Eddy A. Wierenga, Pawel Kalinski and Esther C. De Jong; CD28 and B7 superfamily members - costimulation and regulation of T-cell function, Anthony J. Coyle, Stephen Manning, and Jose-Carlos Gutierrez-Ramos; control of lymphocyte trafficking through the lung, Reinhard Pabst and Thomas Tschernig; neuroimmune interactions in the pathogenesis of allergic asthma, Armin Braun, Wolfgang A. Nockher, and Harald Renz. Integrated immunology of airway inflammation: immunopathology of atopic and nonatopic asthma, Marc Humbert, Sun Ying, and Douglas S. Robinson; immunology of eosinophilic airway inflammation - what the animal models teach us, Bart N. Lambrecht, Leonie S. Van Rijt, and Harmjan Kuipers; regulation of cellular traffic in the asthmatic lung, Clare M. Lloyd and Jose-Carlos Gutierrez-Ramos; cytokine regulation of bronchial hyperresponsiveness, Johan C. Kips and Romain A. Pauwels; immunological functions of inflammatory mediators, Domenico Spina, Clive Page, Anthony P. Sampson, and Zuzana Diamant; virally induced eosinophilic airway inflammation, Wieslawa Olszewska and Peter J.M. Openshaw; airway remodelling as the outcome of a chronic immu

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Book SynopsisFibromyalgia syndrome is a common and chronic disorder characterised by widespread muscle pain, fatigue, and multiple tender points. The word fibromyalgia comes from the Latin term for fibrous tissue (fibro) and the Greek ones for muscle (myo) and pain (algia). Tender points are specific places on the body -- on the neck, shoulders, back, hips, and upper and lower extremities -- where people with fibromyalgia feel pain in response to slight pressure. Although fibromyalgia is often considered an arthritis-related condition, it is not truly a form of arthritis (a disease of the joints) because it does not cause inflammation or damage to the joints, muscles, or other tissues. Like arthritis, however, fibromyalgia can cause significant pain and fatigue, and it can interfere with a person''s ability to carry on daily activities. Also like arthritis, fibromyalgia is considered a rheumatic condition. This book presents the latest research in this field.

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Book SynopsisHand radiography is usually the first step in the evaluation of arthritis. With hundreds of high-quality images, this work provides a simplified but high-quality diagnostic interpretation of hand radiography, for residents in training and experienced physicians, who wish to improve their knowledge of contemporary rheumatology, according to the rapid progress of treatment using biologic agents and various new diagnostics tools, including MRI and ultrasound. Topics discussed include arthritis in Behcet''s disease; adult onset Still''s disease; osteonecrosis in lupus; seronegative spondyloarthropathies; gout; and systemic sclerosis.

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Book SynopsisDesigned as reference material to increase knowledge of the human body. Beautiful full-colour illustrations help enhance understanding of the body or illness. Suitable for healthcare professions, patients, students, educators and parents.

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Book SynopsisThis practical guide aids clinicians in distinguishing the different dimensions of hand function such as impairment, disability, and handicap. New and updated chapters discuss cerebral palsy, sports injuries, robotics, and assistive technologies. Extensively revised, the book provides a broad overview of the basic principles and examination of hand function. It describes how to evaluate hand function in specific afflicted populations, including the rheumatoid patient, the stroke patient, the trauma patient, the geriatric patient, and the pediatric patient as well as special populations such as diabetes mellitus patients and musicians. It also includes an appendix of hand function scales essential to the assessment of disability. The Second Edition of Hand Function is an ideal resource for all rheumatologists, physiatrists, hand surgeons, orthopedists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists caring for patients with impaired hand function.Table of ContentsSECTION I: Basic Principles of Hand Function.- Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Hand.- Physical Examination of the Hand.- Assessment of Hand Functions.- SECTION II: Hand Function in Clinical Practice.- Pain and Hand Function.- Hand Function in Rheumatoid Arthritis.- Hand Function in Osteoarthritis.- Hand Function in Scleroderma.- Functional Assessment in Hand with Flexor and Extensor Tendon Injuries.- Hand Function in Stroke.- Hand Function in Tetraplegia.- Hand Function in Parkinson’s Disease.- Hand Function in Cerebral Palsy.- Hand Function in Children with Congenital Disorders.- Hand Function in Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis.- Functional Assessment in Geriatric Conditions.- Hand Function in Common Hand Problems.- Hand Function in Sport Injuries.- Hand Function in Metabolic Disorders: Haemodialysis, Diabetes Mellitus, Gout.- SECTION III: Hand Function with Robotics and Assistive Technology.- Hand Function and Assistive Devices.- Sports and Recreational Adaptations for Hand.- The Functional Capacity of the Robotic Hands.- SECTION IV: Hand Function and Imaging Outcomes.- Hand Function and Imaging Outcomes.- Appendix: Some Hand Functional Scales

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Book SynopsisThe book examines recent developments in regenerative medicine and the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound. Musculoskeletal regeneration has become a prominent research topic, no doubt due to the sociological and economic pressures imposed by the current ageing population. The ever expanding role of regenerative medicine and the identification as well as characterization of stem cells have introduced a major paradigm shift in the field of musculoskeletal and sports medicine as well as orthopaedic surgery. Whereas in the past, diseased tissue was replaced with allograft material, current trends in research revolve around regenerating damaged tissue.Specifically, regenerative medicine stands in contrast to the standard treatment modalities which impair the body’s natural abilities to facilitate endogenous repair mechanisms such as anti-inflammatory drugs; or destructive modalities (e.g., radiotherapy, nerve ablation, injections of botulinum toxin) and surgical interventions that permanently alter the functioning of a joint, bone or spine. When compared to other allopathic options (including knee and hip arthroplasty with a 90-day mortality rate of 0.7%), regenerative medicine treatment modalities have a lower incidence of adverse events with a growing body of statistically significant medical literature illustrating both their safety and efficacy. Focusing on the major values of regenerative medicine, this book with its 21 chapters is expected to fill an important void in the current literature. It will take that extra step to guide you in your day to day clinical practice. Featuring contributions from a large international group of leaders in regenerative medicine and musculoskeletal ultrasonography, this book is an authoritative reference for rheumatologists, physiatrists, sonographers, radiologists, physiotherapists and orthopaedic specialists.Table of ContentsPart I. Regenerative MedicineChapter 1. Advances in Regenerative MedicineChapter 2. Regenerative Medicine Options for Musculoskeletal UltrasoundChapter 3. Translational Regenerative MedicinePart II. Diagnostic and Interventional Musculoskeletal UltrasonographyChapter 4. Image OptimizationChapter 5. ShoulderChapter 6. ElbowChapter 7. Wrist and HandChapter 8. HipChapter 9. KneeChapter 10. Foot and AnklePart III. Back and SpineChapter 11. SpineChapter 12. SPINAL REGENERATIVE MEDICINEPart IVChapter 13. Regenerative Medicine in DentistryPart V Musculoskeletal ultrasound in Regenerative MedicineChapter 14. Regenerative Medicine Procedures under Ultrasound GuidanceChapter 15. Peripheral Nerve HydrodissectionChapter 16. High Frequency Peripheral Nerve UltrasoundChapter 17. Neural Prolotherapy under Ultrasound GuidanceChapter 18. Ultrasound-Guided Spinal ProceduresChapter 19. Musculoskeletal US for Interventional PhysiatryPart VI Sports MedicineChapter 20. Ultrasound-Guided ExercisesChapter 21. Musculoskeletal US in Sports, and Orthopedic Medicine: advantages, indications and limitations Chapter 22. Use of musculoskeletal US and Regenerative Therapies in SportsPart VII Future of Regenerative medicineChapter 23. Regenerative Medicine: challenges, perspective, and future directions

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Book SynopsisDesigned to save the surgeon’s time in preparing for surgery... This operative atlas is a detailed guide to the most important standard surgical options for advanced rheumatic disease. Procedures are presented with a rich variety of color photographs and exquisite illustrations. The concept Clearly laid out representation of all standard procedures in orthopaedic surgery for rheumatic diseases, with emphasis on the hand and foot Concise and consistently structured texts make for efficient uptake of the material Adjunct information on indications, patient communications, instruments, positioning, approaches, key incisions, complications, and aftercare Detailed photographs illustrate the procedures step by step Precise drawings support comprehension of the anatomic relationships involved in each step of the procedure Contents-richly and realistically illustrated More than 400 superb images, showing all relevant details of anatomy and individual surgical steps The focus is on procedures for the hand and foot, while the elbow, shoulder, ankle, knee, hip and spine are also shown in detail Table of Contents1. Principles of Orthopaedic Rheumatology 2. The Hand 3. The Elbow 4. The Shoulder 5. The Foot 6. The Ankle 7. The Knee 8. The Hip 9. The Spine

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