Cystic Fibrosis: The Facts
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Author Description
Cystic Fibrosis: The Facts Provides A Much Needed Simple And Understandable Source Book About This Disease. It Is Aimed At Those Living With The Cystic Fibrosis (cf), Either Themselves Or Members Of Their Families Or Their Friends. The Book Explains Clearly What Is Happening To The Body In Cf, What Causes It And What Treatment Options Are Available For The Different Aspects Of The Disease. There Are More Detailed Chapters For Those Wanting To Find Out About The Genetics Of The Disease And Specific Aspects Such As How It Affects Life Choices And Employment. It Looks To The Future In Terms Of Potential New Therapies For Cf And Provides Useful Information On Organizations That Can Provide Help And Further Information Across Those Areas Of The World Where The Disease Is Prevalent.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates the biological mechanisms, clinical manifestations, and management strategies of cystic fibrosis to provide a comprehensive resource for patients and their support networks. The authors, Anne Thomson and Ann Harris, utilize their medical expertise to distill complex genetic and physiological data into accessible language. The text serves as a foundational framework for understanding the disease's progression, current therapeutic interventions, and the psychosocial implications of living with a chronic condition.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Biological explanations of how cystic fibrosis affects bodily systems
- Overview of current treatment options and clinical management
- Detailed chapters on the genetic basis of the disease
- Guidance on navigating life choices, employment, and social support
- Directory of international organizations providing patient assistance
Scope Limits
- Does not replace personalized medical advice from a primary care physician
- Does not provide exhaustive clinical trial data for every experimental drug
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Readers frequently note the clarity and accessibility of the prose, which makes dense medical information digestible for non-specialists. Experts highlight this as a foundational text for families and individuals seeking to understand the practical realities of managing cystic fibrosis.
Page Count:
163
Publication Date:
2008-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0191001732
ISBN-13:
9780191001734
Non-Fiction
Health
Genetics
Medical
Reference
