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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. 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. Facilitates rapid reference to the disease's physical manifestations through comprehensive coverage of its clinical aspects. Allows you to determine the efficacy of biological agents based on the latest insights on new therapies, including anti-TNF. Assesses the benefits and limitations of available imaging modalities in the diagnosis and management of spondylarthropathies.

Ankylosis --- Spondylarthritis --- Spondylarthropathies --- Spondylitis, Ankylosing --- Arthritis --- Spondylitis --- Joint Diseases --- Musculoskeletal Diseases --- Spinal Diseases --- Bone Diseases --- Diseases

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The only reference in the field of its kind! The New Edition of this definitive resource examines the full spectrum of rheumatologic diseases and non-rheumatologic musculoskeletal disorders in children and adolescents. It describes the presentation, differential diagnosis, course, management, and prognosis of every major condition. Drs. Cassidy and Petty have meticulously revised their masterwork to integrate important new scientific advances and clinical developments. Features exhaustive reviews of the major clinical syndromes, describing the complex web of symptoms, signs, and lab abnormalities characteristic of these disorders in order to make diagnosis and treatment easier. Grounds treatment protocols in the best scientific evidence available today. Establishes an internationally accepted nosography of classification criteria based on the ACR, EULAR, and ILAR criteria. Clarifies complex concepts and demonstrates key techniques with 400 illustrations, which include new figures and a new four-color insert. Integrates the knowledge and experience of the founding fathers of pediatric rheumatology as well as a who's who of international experts in the field.

Age Groups --- Joint Diseases --- Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases --- Musculoskeletal Diseases --- Vascular Diseases --- Child --- Rheumatic Diseases --- Vasculitis --- Connective Tissue Diseases --- Arthritis --- Cardiovascular Diseases --- Diseases --- Persons --- Named Groups