ABSTRACT

Updated to reflect the latest scientific advances and technologies in the diagnosis and treatment of pleural diseases, this new Second Edition explores the structure and function of these diseases and malignancies, from tuberculosis and asbestos to pleurisy and pneumothorax. Edited by leading international authorities in pulmonary medicine, this co

chapter 2|9 pages

Pathophysiology of the Pleura

chapter 7|16 pages

Chest Tubes

chapter 9|26 pages

Medical Thoracoscopy

chapter 11|17 pages

Pleurodesis

chapter 24|25 pages

Malignant Pleural Effusions

chapter 40|13 pages

Pneumothorax

chapter 42|11 pages

Chylothorax and Pseudochylothorax