Bøger af Sullivan Princeton

Rheumatology refers to a subspecialty of pediatrics and internal medicine that focuses on the joints, soft tissues and heritable connective tissue disorders. This discipline is also concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of systemic autoimmune diseases, musculoskeletal diseases, gout, polymyositis, Sjogren's syndrome, polychondritis and polymyalgia rheumatica. Physical examination including multiple joint examination and musculoskeletal inspection along with specialized tests such as general musculoskeletal exam (GMSE) and screening musculoskeletal exam (SMSE) can be utilized for diagnosing rheumatic diseases. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), analgesics, methotrexate, steroids, as well as monoclonal antibodies like adalimumab and infliximab are used to treat the majority of rheumatic diseases. This book explores all the important aspects of clinical rheumatology in the modern day. It strives to provide a fair idea about rheumatic diseases and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances in their clinical management. Those in search of information to further their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book.

Rheumatology is a discipline of medical science that deals with the study and management of rheumatic diseases. It is involved in the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic conditions of the musculoskeletal system, autoimmune diseases, soft tissues and inherited connective tissue disorders. Some common rheumatic diseases are arthritis, dermatomyositis, sarcoidosis, scleroderma, vasculitis, lupus erythematosus, Lyme disease and fibromyalgia. It involves the diagnosis of these diseases by performing physical examination tests such as Schober's test, multiple joint inspection, and musculoskeletal examination. X-rays, laboratory tests including erythrocyte sedimentation rate, rheumatoid factor, and anti-citrullinated protein (anti-CCP) antibody tests are also commonly used for diagnosis in rheumatology. The treatment options available for rheumatic diseases include analgesics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), occupational therapy, and physiotherapy. The severe cases of rheumatic diseases are treated with rheumasurgery or rheumatoid surgery. This book explores the recent trends in the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases. A number of latest researches have been included to keep the readers up-to-date with the global concepts in this area of medicine. The book aims to serve as a resource guide for students and experts alike and contribute to the growth of the discipline.

Rheumatology refers to the medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases. It entails the study and treatment of conditions affecting the joints, as well as the ligaments, muscles and tendons that surround them. Rheumatic diseases are auto-immune and inflammatory conditions that include Lyme disease, dermatomyositis, vasculitis, sarcoidosis, arthritis, lupus erythematosus, etc. Rheumatology is also linked to soft tissue diseases, such as low back pain, olecranon bursitis and fibromyalgia. A variety of management techniques including occupational and physical therapy, rehabilitation, drug treatments and even surgery in extreme situations can be utilized for treating patients in rheumatology. Drug therapy includes opiates, antidepressants and anti-inflammatory medications. Patient care in rheumatology typically emphasizes on psychosocial interventions, patient education and self-management support. It also focuses on the physical components of the condition through assessments of physical health outcomes and biomarker review. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of rheumatology which will be crucial for the progress of this field in the future. It covers in detail some existent theories and clinical concepts revolving around this domain. Those with an interest in this field would find this book helpful.