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This completely reorganised and updated resource delivers concise, comprehensive, and authoritative coverage of all aspects of clinical rheumatologyuwith information relevant to both the trainee and experienced practitioner. Three well-organised sections: Diagnosis, Rheumatic Diseases, and Pharmacopeia for Rheumatic Diseasesuaddress diagnosis and management for a range of adult and paediatric rheumatic disorders, including those of idiopathic, infectious, reactive, inflammatory, autoimmune, degenerative, and mechanical origin. This quick-consult covers the full scope of rheumatologic diagnosis and treatment...A wide range of diagnostic testsuincluding ANA, DNA, RF, ANCA and CCP antibody testsu show you what test to order and how to interpret the results. Disease-specific coverage addresses more than 140 specific rheumatic conditions, their diagnostic criteria, and treatment recommendations. The latest drugs are described in detail to help you select the best therapy for each patient. Tabbed pages and alphabetically arranged topics help you find information quickly. Structured chapter template presents information in a consistent format. ICD-9 codes in all disease chapters assist in diagnostic coding. Fast Fact Guide to Patient Assessment on the inside covers puts vital facts at your fingertips. NEW to this Edition...All new reorganisationu a real time saver for the busy trainee or clinician More consistent presentation for greater accessibility New entries on paediatric disorders to help treat your young patients The newest anti-rheumatic drugs, including celecoxib, rofecoxib, meloxicam, valdecoxib, leflunomide, mycophenolate, infliximab, etanercept, adalimumab, anakinra, rituximab and many more

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