Neonatal respiratory disorders
By: edited by Anne Greenough, Anthony D. Milner.
Contributors: Greenough, Anne.; Milner, A. D.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Arnold; Distributed in the U.S.A. by Oxford University Press
Published: 2003
Place of publication: London; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 550
Subjects: Pediatric respiratory diseases.; Infants (Newborn) -- Diseases.; Infant, Newborn, Diseases.; Lung Diseases -- Infant, Newborn.
Description: In this comprehensive update of the first edition, leading researchers from all over the world have been invited to contribute in their specialist areas. The book continues to provide detailed coverage of the pathogenesis, clinical and laboratory features and management of lung disorders in the neonate, with increased emphasis on the underlying immunology and major additions to the sections on respiratory support, chronic lung disease and abnormalities in lung growth and development to reflect the changes that have occurred in these areas since the previous edition appeared in 1995. This book was designed for neonatologists and other personnel involved in the care of critically ill babies.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.