Gout : basic science and clinical practice /

Gout: Basic Science and Clinical Practice is a thoroughly researched comprehensive text which covers all important aspects of gout, including its genetics, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management. Gout is probably the most common rheumatic disease after osteoarthritis and is becoming more common...

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Main Author: Newcombe, David S., 1929-2010
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: Robinson, Dwight R.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London : Springer London : Imprint : Springer, 2013.
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Summary:Gout: Basic Science and Clinical Practice is a thoroughly researched comprehensive text which covers all important aspects of gout, including its genetics, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management. Gout is probably the most common rheumatic disease after osteoarthritis and is becoming more common with the prevalence of the metabolic syndrome in the US, and in many other countries. Only about 10% of patients with gout are treated by rheumatologists and this often leads to inadequate diagnosis and treatment in general medical practice. Written by an expert in the field this book is valuable reference for rheumatologists and others in the medical profession who are interested in understanding and managing this important disease.
Physical Description:1 online resource (XVIII, 398 pages 54 illustrations, 14 illustrations in color.)
ISBN:9781447142645
1447142640
9781447142638
1447142632
9781283696944
1283696940
Access:Electronic access restricted to Villanova University patrons.