Author Description
Rheumatic disease is a major cause of morbidity and disability in the Western world. There have been major developments in our understanding of the causes of rheumatic disease and in their treatment during the last half-century, and there are relatively few papers which can be regarded as truly 'landmark' in their construction and subsequent findings.Part of the Landmark Papers in series, this book provides a detailed review of the seminal papers that have paved the way for breakthroughs in the clinical management of the entire spectrum of rheumatic diseases.
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THE THESIS
This volume investigates the foundational research that has defined the clinical management and understanding of rheumatic diseases over the past fifty years. The authors, David G. I. Scott and Richard A. Watts, utilize their extensive clinical expertise to curate a selection of seminal studies that have fundamentally altered the trajectory of rheumatology. By analyzing these specific papers, the authors provide a framework for understanding how historical breakthroughs have shaped modern diagnostic and therapeutic practices.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A curated selection of seminal research papers in the field of rheumatology.
- Detailed reviews of clinical trials and studies that established current standards of care.
- Analysis of the evolution of treatment protocols for the entire spectrum of rheumatic conditions.
- Contextual commentary on how specific findings influenced subsequent medical developments.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and clinicians recognize this work as a valuable resource for understanding the historical development of rheumatological practice. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which serves as a foundational reference for students and practitioners alike.
Page Count:
456
Publication Date:
2015-08-25
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199688370
ISBN-13:
9780199688371
Medical
Reference
Rheumatology
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