1 Basic Components: Structure and Function
2 Infection
3 Immunodeficiency
4 Anaphylaxis and Allergy
5 Autoimmunity
6 Lymphoproliferative Disorders
7 Immune Manipulation
8 Transplantation
9 Kidney Diseases
10 Joints and Muscles
11 Skin Diseases
12 Eye Diseases
13 Chest Diseases
14 Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases
15 Endocrinology and Diabetes
16 Haematological Diseases
17 Neuroimmunology
18 Pregnancy
19 Techniques in Clinical Immunology
Essentials of Clinical Immunology is aimed at clinical medical students and trainee doctors, although it will also appeal to career grade doctors seeking a refresher in clinical immunology. The book provides the reader with the core information required to understand diseases that have an immunological basis. This includes coverage of the underlying pathophysiology and signs and symptoms of disease, as well as the special investigations required and management of patients. The book's emphasis is very much on the clinical aspects with numerous real life case histories used to illustrate key concepts throughout the text. The book also contains MCQs at the end of each chapter for self-assessment. There is an accompanying web site (www.immunologyclinic.com) which includes further case histories, references to further reading and a colour image archive.This new edition is fully updated and is now in full colour throughout improving the general presentation and usability of this core clinical immunology textbook. Essential Clinical Immunology is aimed at clinical medical students and trainee doctors, although it will also appeal to medical professionals seeking a refresher in clinical immunology. The book provides the reader with the core information required to understand diseases with an immunological basis.This new edition of Essential Clinical Immunology is fully updated, now in full colour throughout and features:- coverage of the underlying pathophysiology and signs and symptoms of disease, as well as the special investigations required and management of patients;- emphasis on the clinical aspects with numerous real life case histories used to illustrate key concepts;- MCQs at the end of each chapter for self-assessment;- An accompanying web site, www.immunologyclinic.com, which includes further case histories, references to further reading and a colour image archive.Reviews from previous edition:"This is a very comprehensive book, and would serve postgraduates well in addition to students embarking on pathology...It is well written by people who know their subject well, and know what information it is important to convey...All the vital areas you might want to read up on are covered more than adequately."MAD,The Student Magazine for Medics & Dentists at Bart's and theLondon"Where this book shines is in its integrated approach regarding clinical topics. Each body system, along with specialist topics including transplantation and hypersensitivity has its own chapter, covering both common pathologies involving the immune system and the theory behind these...Well written, integrates clinical topics seamlessly. Case histories provide valuable insight, and self-assessment questions included at the end of each chapter."2nd Opinion,The Magazine of the Scottish Medical Schools"I think that this is the best of the bunch...much more relevant to our course and a sound investment for the future."Sphincter,LiverpoolMedical Students' Society Magazine
