This book offers an in-depth and up-to-date review of bronchiectasis. Bronchiectasis is a broadly heterogeneous disease with a variety of etiologies and disease phenotypes and endotypes. To comprehensively and adequately address bronchiectasis, all these aspects need to be considered, which is not always the case in the current literature. Throughout this book, expert authors discuss the epidemiology, etiology, clinical management and clinical trials to give the reader greater context and tools to care for their patients. Chapters include coverage of environmental and infectious causes of bronchiectasis, radiographic phenotyping, diagnosing, and monitoring of bronchiectasis diseases, and host directed therapy. This is an ideal guide for pulmonologists and trainees caring for patients with bronchiectasis.
- Focus: Provides an in-depth and up-to-date examination of bronchiectasis, highlighting its heterogeneity in etiology, phenotypes, and endotypes.
- Comprehensive Approach: Addresses various aspects of bronchiectasis that are often overlooked in current literature.
- Expert Contributions: Features chapters authored by specialists discussing:
- Epidemiology of bronchiectasis
- Etiological factors
- Clinical management strategies
- Clinical trials and research findings
- Key Topics Covered:
- Environmental and infectious causes
- Radiographic phenotyping
- Diagnosis and monitoring techniques
- Host-directed therapy options
- Target Audience: Serves as an essential guide for pulmonologists and trainees involved in the care of bronchiectasis patients.
- Practical Context: Aims to equip readers with the knowledge and tools necessary for effective patient care.