Publisher's Synopsis
Offering a concise, highly visual approach to the basic science and clinical pathology of the respiratory system, this updated volume in The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations (the CIBA "Green Books") contains unparalleled didactic illustrations reflecting the latest medical knowledge. Revised by Dr. David A. Kaminsky, Respiratory System, Volume 3 integrates core concepts of anatomy, physiology, and other basic sciences with common clinical correlates across health, medical, and surgical disciplines. Classic Netter art, updated and new illustrations, and modern imaging continue to bring medical concepts to life and make this timeless work an essential resource for students, clinicians, and educators.
- Provides a complete overview of the respiratory system through multidisciplinary coverage from physiology and biochemistry to adult and pediatric medicine and surgery.
- Allows you to access rare illustrations in one convenient source from the only Netter work devoted specifically to the respiratory system.
- Covers timely topics like COVID-19 and secondary infection/diseases of the respiratory system, RSV, pneumonia, pulmonary hypertension, COPD, asthma, environmental lung disease, sleep disorders, infections of the immunocompromised, neonatal breathing disorders, and drug-resistant tuberculosis.
- Provides a concise overview of complex information by seamlessly integrating anatomical and physiological concepts using practical clinical scenarios.
- Shares the expertise and knowledge of editor Dr. David A. Kaminsky, who contributes significant experience in asthma and general pulmonary and critical care medicine, and a team of world-class contributors.
- Compiles Dr. Frank H. Netter's master medical artistry-an aesthetic tribute and source of inspiration for medical professionals for over half a century-along with new art in the Netter tradition for each of the major body systems, making this volume a powerful and memorable tool for building foundational knowledge and educating patients or staff.
- NEW! An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.
