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<p>Preface ix</p> <p>About the Companion Website xi</p> <p><b>Part 1 Structure and function 1</b></p> <p>1 Anatomy and physiology of the lungs 3</p> <p><b>Part 2 History taking, examination and investigations 17</b></p> <p>2 History taking and examination 19</p> <p>3 Pulmonary function tests 32</p> <p>4 Radiology of the chest 48</p> <p><b>Part 3 Respiratory diseases 59</b></p> <p>5 Upper respiratory tract infections and influenza 61</p> <p>6 Pneumonia 69</p> <p>7 Tuberculosis 86</p> <p>8 Bronchiectasis and lung abscess 97</p> <p>9 Cystic fibrosis 107</p> <p>10 Asthma 120</p> <p>11 Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease 139</p> <p>12 Carcinoma of the lung 156</p> <p>13 Interstitial lung disease 170</p> <p>14 Occupational lung disease 182</p> <p>15 Pulmonary vascular disease 194</p> <p>16 Pneumothorax and pleural effusion 206</p> <p>17 Acute respiratory distress syndrome 219</p> <p>18 Ventilatory failure and sleep-related breathing disorders 226</p> <p>19 Lung transplantation 235</p> <p>Index 243</p>

<b>Stephen J. Bourke</b> is Consultant Physician, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Honorary Senior Lecturer, Newcastle University<br /><br /><b>Graham P. Burns</b> is Consultant Physician, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne, and Honorary Senior Lecturer, Newcastle University

<i>Respiratory Medicine Lecture Notes</i> covers everything from the basics of anatomy and physiology, through to the aetiology, epidemiology, symptoms and management of a full range of respiratory diseases, providing a comprehensive yet easy-to-read overview of all the essentials of respiratory medicine.<br /> <br /> Key features of this new, full-colour edition include:<br /> <br /> • Updated and expanded material on chest X-rays and radiology<br /> • Self-assessment exercises for each chapter<br /> • A range of clinical images and scans showing the key features of each disease<br /> • Fully supported by a companion website at www.lecturenoteseries.com/respiratory featuring figures, key points, web links, and interactive self-assessment questions<br /> <br /> Ideal for learning the basics of the respiratory system, starting a placement, or as a quick-reference revision guide, <i>Respiratory Medicine Lecture Notes</i> is an invaluable resource for medical students, respiratory nurses and junior doctors.

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