Cystic Fibrosis / Edition 4

by Ann Harris, Anne Thomson

Overview

Cystic Fibrosis: The Facts provides a much needed simple and understandable source book about this disease. It is aimed at those living with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), either themselves or members of their families or their friends.

The book explains clearly what is happening to the body in CF, what causes it and what treatment options are available for the different aspects of the disease. There are more detailed chapters for those wanting to find out about the genetics of the disease and specific aspects such as how it affects life choices and employment. It looks to the future in terms of potential new therapies for CF and provides useful information on organizations that can provide help and further information across those areas of the world where the disease is prevalent.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780199295807
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	11/15/2008
Series:	The Facts
Edition description:	Updated
Pages:	168
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.60(h) x 0.40(d)

Table of Contents

1. Making the diagnosis2. How cystic fibrosis affects the lungs3. How Cystic fibrosis affects the digestive system4. How cystic fibrosis affects other organs5. The cystic fibrosis team6. Daily treatment7. Nutrition in Cystic fibrosis8. Management of care9. Pseudomonas aeruginosa and other infections10. Cystic fibrosis and school11. Growing up with Cystic fibrosis12. CF and the family13. Future therapies14. Genetics of Cystic fibrosis15. Genetic counselling and CF16. Further information sources

Editorial Reviews

This third edition offers a comprehensive and updated description of cystic fibrosis (CF), including genetics, daily care needs, and recent advances in diagnosis and treatment. "Its stated purpose is to provide current factual information about living with CF; new information is emphasized, and a chapter on genetics has been added. This is a worthy objective, especially in light of the rapid advances in CF research. "The book, targeted for a lay audience, is written at a sophisticated level, although a scientific background is not necessary to understand the principles involved. It also would make an excellent introductory text for paramedical personnel, medical students, and even physicians who are not familiar with CF care. "It is nicely illustrated, and several tables add to the readability. The utility of some illustrations is uncertain with respect to a lay population (for example, lung scans). It is a small paperback book with an appealing cover, adding to its accessibility. "This book is a very comprehensive account of cystic fibrosis and CF care. Although the reader need not have a scientific background, it is written at a sophisticated level and is therefore not appropriate for all CF caregivers. However, it is recommended reading for educated CF caregivers and patients and paramedical personnel, particularly those who may be new to a multidisciplinary CF team. It would also give an excellent introduction to medical students and physicians about this disease.

Susanna A. McColley