Rheumatology, 2-Volume Set - E-Book

Written and edited by international leaders in the field, Rheumatology, 9th Edition, seamlessly blends the latest scientific advances in rheumatology with real-world clinical insights, making it an essential resource for rheumatology specialists and fellows. This comprehensive, two-volume reference uses an easy-to-follow, templated format with concise text and cutting-edge illustrations, covering key topics such as epidemiology, physical examination, pathogenesis, clinical features, therapeutic strategies, and management of both common and rare rheumatic diseases.

New contributing authors, new content throughout, and up-to-date coverage of new breakthroughs in the treatment of lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and more keep you abreast of recent changes in this fast-changing field.Covers the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, therapeutic approach, and management of all major as well as rarely encountered rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseasesContains new content on artificial intelligence and machine learning; sex/gender influences, environmental triggers, new and emerging diseases, the potential impact of clonal hematopoiesis to the field of rheumatology, and moreDetails new immunologic approaches such as cellular therapies, activation of T cell checkpoints, induction of tolerance, and pain pathways in synovial-based diseasesDiscusses clinical examination, imaging principles, differential diagnosis, established and novel therapies, perioperative evaluation, pain management, basic science, and genetics of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseasesUses a consistent, logical, reader-friendly format with templated chapters, concise text, and large-scale, state-of-the-art illustrations for efficient visual referenceProvides access to high-quality videos depicting the use of ultrasound for diagnosis and treatmentAny additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date