Textbook of Rheumatology

This 4th edition is updated to include the most current basic science information relevant to rheumatic disease processes, along with concise presentations of the pathology, pathogenesis, clinical features, and modern treatment of all rheumatic disease syndromes.

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This edition continues to stress the scientific and technological advances of orthopedic surgeons specializing in the prevention and treatment of rheomatic diseases. Not only does it discuss connective tissue diseases of special interest to the rheumatologist, but also those disease processes, whether local or systemic, that are seen by either rheumatologists or orthopedists. Written by expert contributors and includes many helpful references, illustrations, and tables. From differential diagnosis to surgical guidelines, this powerhouse team of informative resources will help practitioners deliver the best quality care!