How Tobacco Smoke Causes Disease


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This report considers the biological and behavioral mechanisms that may underlie the pathogenicity of tobacco smoke. Many Surgeon General's reports have considered research findings on mechanisms in assessing the biological plausibility of associations observed in epidemiologic studies. Mechanisms of disease are important because they may provide plausibility, which is one of the guideline criteria for assessing evidence on causation. This report specifically reviews the evidence on the potential mechanisms by which smoking causes diseases and considers whether a mechanism is likely to be operative in the production of human disease by tobacco smoke. This evidence is relevant to understanding how smoking causes disease, to identifying those who may be particularly susceptible, and to assessing the potential risks of tobacco products.




Pulmonary and Critical Care Pharmacology and Therapeutics


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This is a comprehensive resource for pharmacological therapeutics in pulmonary medicine. The scope of the text includes not only all of chest medicine, but the full scope of critical care as it relates to pulmonary disease.




Pulmonary Pharmacology


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Pulmonary Pharmacology, Volume 98 provides in-depth reviews on the latest progresses about respiratory drug discovery and development. Topics covered in this volume include corticosteroids, monoclonal antibodies, tyrosine kinase inhibitors and phosphodiesterase inhibitors for the treatments of asthma, COPD or pulmonary fibrosis, with perspective on the development of novel therapeutic strategies such as renin-angiotensin system modulators, mitochondrial function modulators, and non-antibacterial macrolides. Part of the volume is devoted to senotherapy for lung ageing in respiratory diseases, and novel pulmonary delivery technologies, including inhaled biologics. - Provides accurate reviews from leading experts on the topic of pulmonary pharmacology - Each chapter of the volume provides consolidated graphical materials for ease of reading for the audience - Provides the latest insights and future perspectives on the drug discovery and development for respiratory diseases




Targeting Chronic Inflammatory Lung Diseases Using Advanced Drug Delivery Systems


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Targeting Chronic Inflammatory Lung Diseases Using Advanced Drug Delivery Systems explores the development of novel therapeutics and diagnostics to improve pulmonary disease management, looking down to the nanoscale level for an efficient system of targeting and managing respiratory disease. The book examines numerous nanoparticle-based drug systems such as nanocrystals, dendrimers, polymeric micelles, protein-based, carbon nanotube, and liposomes that can offer advantages over traditional drug delivery systems. Starting with a brief introduction on different types of nanoparticles in respiratory disease conditions, the book then focuses on current trends in disease pathology that use different in vitro and in vivo models. The comprehensive resource is designed for those new to the field and to specialized scientists and researchers involved in pulmonary research and drug development. - Explores recent perspectives and challenges regarding the management and diagnosis of chronic respiratory diseases - Provides insights into how advanced drug delivery systems can be effectively formulated and delivered for the management of various pulmonary diseases - Includes the most recent information on diagnostic methods and treatment strategies using controlled drug delivery systems (including nanotechnology)




Anti-infectives and the Lung


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Drugs for the Treatment of Respiratory Diseases


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Respiratory diseases affect millions of people each year and represent a major health burden around the world. This timely reference surveys and evaluates the drug treatments available for the main categories of lung diseases including asthma, tuberculosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, lung cancer, and respiratory infections. The recent re-emergence of tuberculosis and the increase in asthma in certain populations underlines the importance of finding effective new treatments for these diseases. This publication, a comprehensive reference, is one of the first to survey current and novel drug treatments for this group of diseases. It is certain to establish itself as an essential source of reference for respiratory physicians, clinicians and clinical pharmacologists.




Complex Pleuropulmonary Infections


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Pleuropulmonary infections are among the major causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. This issue of the European Respiratory Monograph considers pleuropulmonary infections from both medical and surgical angles.




Oxford Desk Reference: Critical Care


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The Oxford Desk Reference: Critical Care allows easy access to evidence-based materials on commonly encountered critical care problems for quick consultation to ensure the optimum management of a particular condition. A concise reference book, it collates key recommendations and presents them in an easily accessible and uniform way.




Physics, Pharmacology and Physiology for Anaesthetists


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A quick reference to basic science for anaesthetists, containing all the key information needed for FRCA exams.




Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology for Respiratory Care


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Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology for Respiratory Care is included in the 2015 edition of the essential collection of Doody's Core Titles.Cardiopulmonary Pharmacology for Respiratory Care provides a reliable, complete resource and reference on cardiopulmonary pharmacology, including an overview of the structures and functions of the cardiopulmonary system as well as recent scientific advancements. Written in an easy-to-read, student-friendly style, this text covers areas crucial to respiratory care and relates these important concepts to the day-to-day duties of cardiac technicians and respiratory care therapists.Helpful appendices focus on the most commonly-prescribed drugs for respiratory care, common sound-alike drug names, a drug identification guide, and respiratory therapy techniques. Review questions are included in each chapter for reinforcement and self-evaluation. Filled with over 100 full-color figures, tables, and photos, this text is a vital and comprehensive resource on cardiopulmonary pharmacology for respiratory therapy students.Each new text includes an online code to access the Student Resources available on the Companion Web Site. Electronic versions and eBooks do not include access to the companion website content.