The new and expanded second edition of this popular volume covers the common and uncommon rheumatic disorders encountered in practice, discussed on rounds, and found on exams. Each chapter reviews basic immunology and pathophysiology, important disease manifestations, and practical management issues. This edition features a new section on Pain Management. Mnemonics, lists, tables, illustrations and the engaging format of The Secrets Series(R) make this text enjoyable and useful.
Concise answers that include the author's pearls, tips, memory aids, and secrets
Bulleted lists, algorithms, and illustrations for quick review
Succinct chapters written by experts their fields
All the most important need-to-know questions and answers in the proven format of the highly acclaimed Secrets Series
Thorough, highly detailed index
Second edition features increased coverage of pain management
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