John B. Imboden, David B. Hellmann, John A. Stone Current Diagnosis & Treatment in Rheumatology, Fourth Edition

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Up-to-date, clinically relevant coverage of the entire range of rheumatology disordersThe Fourth Edition of this trusted quick-reference guide has everything clinicians need to keep pace with this fast-moving field-presented in the acclaimed find-it-now CURRENT format. A practical reference for primary care providers, the book simplifies the treatment of difficult-to-manage rheumatologic diseases and disorders, such as arthritis, lupus, and sarcoidosis. This edition is enhanced by timely new chapters, the incorporation of the ABIM's Choosing Wisely initiative.*NEW chapters on genetics, general principles of biological therapy, and drug-induced autoimmune syndrome *Full explanations of common and major disorders in clinical immunology*Concise chapters geared to the needs of trainees and clinicians*First section addresses common but difficult-to-diagnose rheumatologic complaints-and delivers key "approach to the patient" strategies