FIRESTEIN AND KELLEYS TEXTBOOK OF RHEUMATOLOGY 2 VOL SET 11ED (HB 2021) Hardcover

Through ten acclaimed editions, Kelley & Firestein’s Textbook of Rheumatology has been a trusted source of comprehensive and authoritative information, offering a balanced blend of foundational science and clinical practice. The 11th Edition upholds this legacy, while incorporating the latest developments in genetics, the microbiome, and emerging treatments such as biologics and biosimilars. This edition delivers thorough, global insights into the diagnosis, screening, and management of rheumatic diseases in both adults and children, all within a user-friendly, full-color format. It spans a wide range of topics—from core scientific concepts like immunology, anatomy, and physiology to diagnostic methods, clinical procedures, and disease-specific management. It also presents essential therapeutic outcome data to support informed clinical decisions. New chapters include discussions on Innate Lymphoid Cells and Natural Killer Cells, Inflammasome-Driven Disease Mechanisms, Bisphosphonates, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, and the Assessment of Monoarticular and Polyarticular Arthritis. The book features 1,200 detailed illustrations, including precise line drawings, easy-to-navigate tables, and vivid clinical photographs. It draws on the expertise of globally recognized clinicians and researchers, with the addition of new editor Dr. Gary Koretzky, an expert in immunology and rheumatology. Supplementing the text, online videos demonstrate complete musculoskeletal examinations, highlighting both abnormal findings and arthroscopic views of joint diseases.