Bøger af Mary Kellar

Rheumatology is the study and practice of medical immunology which is concerned with the management of rheumatic diseases. More than 200 different disorders fall under rheumatic diseases. These include rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, back pain and tendinits, besides others. Many of these conditions are degenerative and in some cases, fatal. The field of rheumatology is evidence-driven and new treatment modalities are being explored. Most rheumatic diseases are managed with a prescription of NSAIDs, analgesics, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs, monoclonal antibodies and steroids. Physiotherapy and occupational therapy offer innovative solutions to the management of these disorders and improvement of the quality of life. A major research direction in rheumatology is the understanding of the role of autoimmunity in rheumatic diseases, and the association of the immune system with joints and bones. The objective of this book is to give a general view of the different areas of rheumatology and rheumatological disorders. The various studies that are constantly contributing towards evolution of this field are examined in detail. It includes contributions of experts and scientists which will provide innovative insights into rheumatology.

Rheumatology is a field of medicine that is concerned with the diagnosis and management of rheumatic diseases. The immune-mediated disorders of the musculoskeletal system, vasculitides, autoimmune diseases and heritable connective tissue disorders are under the scope of this field. These encompass degenerative arthropathies, systemic conditions and connective tissue diseases, inflammatory arthropathies, and soft tissue rheumatism. The diagnosis of a rheumatic disease may be based on multiple joint inspection, musculoskeletal examination, Schober''s test, ultrasounds, X-rays, and the chemical pathology and cytopathology of the fluid aspirated from affected joints. Rheumatic diseases are generally treated with NSAIDs, analgesics, steroids, monoclonal antibodies and disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs. Rheumasurgical interventions may be directed at the prevention of disease progression or may be correctional interventions. This book includes some of the vital pieces of work being conducted across the world, on various topics related to rheumatology. It strives to provide a fair idea about this discipline and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within this field. It is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.