Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome: From Bench to Bedside (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783319110431)

This book, part of the series Rare Diseases of the Immune System, offers comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the pathophysiology and management of the antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). Immunologic and genetic aspects are discussed and the pathogenic mechanisms responsible for such phenomena as APS-mediated thrombosis and pregnancy loss/complications are explained. The main clinical manifestations, classification criteria and diagnostic tools are identified, and close attention is paid to the nature of the involvement of various organs or organ systems in APS. Specific chapters describe the treatment of the different symptoms, therapies of value in avoiding recurrences, and innovative treatment approaches. The authors are senior experts in the field who are aided by younger fellows, ensuring that the book is also educationally oriented. This handy volume will be a valuable tool for postgraduates in training and professionals wishing to extend their knowledge of this specific syndrome.

Author: Pier Luigi Meroni
ISBN-10: 3319110438
ISBN-13: 9783319110431
Publisher: Springer
Language: English
Published: 12/03/2014
Pages: 267
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.69d