Breathe Easy: Pearls and Pitfalls in Respiratory Medicine (A Compendium of Clinical Cases)

This book presents a selection of respiratory cases with concise clinical details summarising relevant detail on imaging, spirometry, biochemical and pathological details.

There is often a disconnect between theoretical knowledge and the application and interpretation of this knowledge in terms of patient care. With emphasis on applied clinical medicine and problem solving, this book aims to bridge this gap.

In modern-day medicine, diagnostics, their importance, and interpretation have largely superseded clinical medicine. Through this varied case compilation, the authors integrate and supplant investigational medicine with clinical medicine, without undermining its importance.

The book provides comprehensive coverage of structured clinical cases, spotters, and rare respiratory cases, with specific focus on management complexities and dilemmas.

Each chapter has learning objectives and ends with clinical pearls to reinforce the key points.

The inclusion of flowcharts and references enhances educational value.

Vishak Acharya K MBBS DTCD DNB MNAMS
Professor and Consultant, Department of Pulmonary Medicine, Kasturba Medical College and Hospitals, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India

Saraswathy Sreeram MD (Pathology)
Associate Professor, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore; Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India

B Unnikrishnan MD (Community Medicine)
Dean and Professor, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore; Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India