This book deals with the challenges faced in diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary infections, which are a cause of significantly high morbidity and mortality across the globe. Originating from bacteria, viruses or fungi, respiratory contagions account for a requirement of thorough awareness of latest progress in their pathogenesis. Progress in comprehending the immunopathogenesis of Acinetobacter baumannii infection shows how an uncharacteristic organism can cause these infections. The diagnosis and remedy of dormant tuberculosis remains a serious challenge. Hence, latest advancements in...

The book presents fundamental knowledge and current discoveries associated with the structure and cellular function of the pulmonary vasculature. This book elucidates the following topics: dysregulated cellular pathways observed in experimental and human pulmonary hypertension; structure and function of the normal pulmonary vasculature; introduction of numerous particular forms of this illness; clinical characteristics of the illness in general, and its management in special circumstances. It is a unique book which integrates cardiac and pulmonary physiology and pathophysiology with clinical...

This book discusses the cardiopulmonary disease of pulmonary embolism in detail. Pulmonary embolism is a grave and possibly fatal cardiopulmonary disorder, occurring because of partial or complete obstruction of the pulmonary arterial bed. Lately, critical advancements have been made in the detection and remedy of this ailment. This text evaluates this cardiopulmonary disease in the context of current advancements. Risk factors resulting in pulmonary embolus along with a compendium of methodical ways for management of risk stratification have been presented. For the purpose of developing...

The book consists of overviews and descriptive reviews of several aspects of the clinical presentation, treatment, and pathophysiology of Pulmonary Hypertension (PH), especially pulmonary hypertension associated with thromboembolic disease. Several veteran researchers and expert scientists from across the globe have contributed significant information in this all-inclusive book. The aim of this book is to serve as a good source of reference for researchers, scientists, students, doctors, etc. who are interested in studying about the various aspects of the disease of pulmonary hypertension.