Practical Pulmonary Pathology: A Diagnostic Approach (Pattern Recognition)

Emphasizing practical diagnostic problem solving, this new book provides accessible, comprehensive guidance on the recognition and interpretation of neoplastic and non-neoplastic lung disorders. Contains 1,360 illustrations (1,200 in full color) vividly depict a full range of pulmonary histologic and cytologic findings. These images are accompanied by relevant clinical and radiographic information, as well as a wealth of practical tips and advice from internationally respected experts. A user-friendly format makes information easy to find.

• Offers comprehensive, "one-stop" coverage of both common and rare lung diseases and disorders.
• Uses a consistent approach to present the key information on each disease and disorder: etiology · pathogenesis · clinical features · pathologic features · and differential diagnosis.
• Delivers practical advice and tips from world recognized experts, including many time-saving diagnostic clues for interpreting difficult specimens
• Incorporates clinical background information and ancillary radiographs throughout, equipping readers to make a complete and accurate pathologic report.
• Features many summary tables, charts, and graphs to simplify reference and to facilitate "at-a-glance" comparison between entities.
• Bonus CD-Rom image bank with more than 1,340 illustrations of all gross photographs, line drawings, tables and diagnostic images ideal for PowerPoint presentations, lectures.