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Publikace: Oxford Handbook of Respiratory Medicine - S. Chapman;G. Robinson;J. Stradling;S. West. The Oxford Handbook series has done it again. It has produced yet another concise, pocket-sized gem of knowledge and practical tips, it should ideally be found on all respiratory wards. ... Well indexed, clear and concise, this is one of the most useful books I have come across and any aspiring respiratory physician will enjoy it. British Journal of Hospital Medicine Although this book is intended for anyone who is interested in pulmonary medicine, it will be very useful for trainees in many affiliated fields ... This superb reference is well suited for a trainee as well as busy practising internist and those in services affiliated with respiratory medicine. Doody's Journal --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Product Description The Oxford Handbook of Respiratory Medicine provides a fast, reliable look-up reference on all chest diseases. The second edition of this comprehensive Handbook has been revised throughout, with additional material on avian flu and respiratory medicine in pregnancy, and updated references to the latest British Thoracic Society guidelines. The Handbook's opening chapters aid diagnosis by addressing the main respiratory symptoms encountered by clinicians. Subsequent chapters discuss each respiratory disease in more depth, with practical tips for the out-patient clinic or ward setting. The Handbook also includes a unique section on practical skills and procedures, providing essential technical and reference information. Useful pages on lung and bronchial anatomy, CT anatomy and scans, lung function and blood-gas nomograms, and a list of useful websites are included for easy reference. Like all the Oxford Handbooks, the Oxford Handbook of Respiratory Medicine, 2/e combines authority, relevance and reliability. It is the must-have guide for all clinicians dealing with respiratory medicine. Publikace: Oxford Handbook of Respiratory Medicine - S. Chapman;G. Robinson;J. Stradling;S. West. Respiratory ailments are the most common reason for emergency admission to hospital, the most common reason to visit the GP, and cost the NHS more than any other disease area. This pocket-sized handbook allows instant access to a wealth of information needed in the day-to-day practice of respiratory medicine.