Developed as a companion text to the 3rd Edition of the heralded Rheumatology, by Hochberg et al., this state-of-the-art reference presents today's understanding of the spondylarthropathies. You'll find thorough examinations of the innovative, new treatments that challenge older concepts of treatment and management of the disease. Noted experts in the field also present the latest concepts in early diagnosis using advanced imaging techniques * cutting-edge knowledge of the pathogenetic and epidemiologic features * essential new developments in immunology * and the most recent understanding of the socio-demographic impact of the disease.
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<li>Describes innovative treatment and management options that enable you to provide patients with substantial reduction in pain, morbidity, and the more dire consequences of the disease. </li>
<li> Facilitates rapid reference to the disease's physical manifestations through comprehensive coverage of its clinical aspects. </li>
<li> Allows you to determine the efficacy of biological agents based on the latest insights on new therapies, including anti-TNF. </li>
<li> Assesses the benefits and limitations of available imaging modalities in the diagnosis and management of spondylarthropathies. </li>
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<li>Describes innovative treatment and management options that enable you to provide patients with substantial reduction in pain, morbidity, and the more dire consequences of the disease</li>
<li>Facilitates rapid reference to the disease’s physical manifestations through comprehensive coverage of its clinical aspects</li>
<li>Allows you to determine the efficacy of biological agents based on the latest insights on new therapies, including anti-TNF</li>
<li>Assesses the benefits and limitations of available imaging modalities in the diagnosis and management of spondyloarthropathies</li>
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Ankylosing Spondylitis and the Spondyloarthropathies: A Companion to Rheumatology 3E

Medical Books

Weisman MD, Michael H.

Reveille, John D.

van der Heijde, Desiree

Medicine

Mosby

First Prize, Orthopaedics and Rheumatology, BMA Awards 2009 This state-of-the-art reference provides current insights into the etiology, diagnosis and management of rheumatoid arthritis. Leading international authorities in RA examine all of the latest scientific and clinical developments in understanding and managing this challenging disease, including new concepts in pathogenesis, epidemiology, risk factors, imaging, clinical outcomes and treatment. It’s the guidance you need to offer optimal care to your patients with rheumatoid arthritis. 
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<li>Presents the work of leading international experts in rheumatoid arthritis for guidance you can trust. </li>
<li>Provides the very latest understanding of the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis, including molecular pathways/mechanisms, and genetic and environmental factors that instigate and drive the disease. </li>
<li>Includes comprehensive coverage of clinical features of rheumatoid arthritis including articular, peri-articular and extra-articular manifestations, comorbidities, and outcome measures―disease activity, joint assessment, imaging, and more―for expert diagnosis and monitoring of disease progression. </li>
<li>Examines evidence-based treatment options―including traditional and biologic DMARDs and combination therapies―as well as promising therapies on the horizon, placing up-to-date guidance on disease modifying or disease controlling agents at your fingertips.</li>
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Rheumatoid Arthritis

Weinblatt MD, Michael E.

Smolen MD FRCP, Josef S.

Hochberg MD MPH MACP, Marc C.

Silman MD, Alan J.

Thoroughly revised and updated, this New Edition contains brand new information on diagnosis as well as a full range of management options in adults and children. Includes new chapters on rheumatoid arthritis * 19 new chapters on the management of rheumatic conditions * discussions of rheumatic conditions associated with pregnancy * updated drug information * new color illustrations * and much more!
<li>Updated information on the latest treatments and options for Rheumatoid Arthritis</li>New chapters on medical documentation in an era of third party review, and pain and psychological management for the patient with a chronic illness<li>Expanded coverage of pregnancy issues and complications</li>All of the latest approved and unapproved uses of drugs.<li>New chapters on difficult to diagnose and treat conditions such as joint pain in the dialysis/transplant patient, and reflex</li>sympathetic dystrophy<li>New colour illustrations in the chapters on diagnosis and the dermatologic manifestations of disease</li>International group of authors<li>Ideal for both specialists and primary care physicians</li>

Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases: Companion to Kelley's Textbook of Rheumatology

Louie MD MD MD PhD FACS, James S.

Saunders

Targeted Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases takes a patient management approach to treating adult and pediatric patients with rheumatic diseases. Michael H. Weisman, Michael Weinblatt, James S Louie, and Ronald Van Vollenhoven offer their unique insights into choosing the correct pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies for your patients. Chapters cover the full breadth of rheumatic diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, connective tissue diseases, osteoporosis, regional pain disorders, and fibromyalgia. The full-color design presents detailed clinical photographs and treatment algorithms for visual guidance and easy reference. You’ll have all you need to provide your patients with the most effective treatment from this unique resource…also available online at expertconsult.com.
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<li>Includes access to the fully searchable text online at expertconsult.com, along with MedLine linked references. </li>
<li>Focuses on patient management instead of disease management so that you can tailor treatment plans according to each patient’s needs. </li>
<li>Covers the treatment of pediatric patients as well as adults so that you can properly address the particular needs of any patient you see. </li>
<li>Features the guidance and specific recommendations of experts from United States and Europe for a state-of-the-art approach to the variety of treatments currently in use. </li>
<li>Displays the clinical manifestations of rheumatic diseases in full color, along with treatment algorithms for easy at-a-glance reference.</li>
</ul>Your purchase entitles you to access the web site until the next edition is published, or until the current edition is no longer offered for sale by Elsevier, whichever occurs first. Elsevier reserves the right to offer a suitable replacement product (such as a downloadable or CD-ROM-based electronic version) should access to the web site be discontinued.

Targeted Treatment of the Rheumatic Diseases: Expert Consult - Online and Print

Van Vollenhoven, Ronald

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