02048nam 22003495u 450 99633910230331620230705123214.01-910797-97-9(CKB)3580000000000777(OCoLC)607290707(SZ-BaSKA)277576(MiAaPQ)1056466(PPN)267639791(EXLCZ)99358000000000077720211006d2004 uy 0engurunu|||||Fast Facts : Ankylosing Spondylitis /Maxime Dougados, Désirée van der HeijdeBasel S. Karger20041 online resource (84 pages) 20 figures1-903734-44-4 'Fast Facts: Ankylosing Spondylitis' is a practical, fact-filled handbook for health professionals who need to update their knowledge of this disorder for the benefit of the patients in their care. • Provides a concise overview of the clinical features of the disease and differential diagnosis • Includes the most recent information on the genetic basis of this disorder • Covers the various management options including physical therapy, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, and disease-modifying drugs • Highlights recently developed biological agents In addition to providing a wealth of practical information for use in patient care, this text reviews future directions for investigation and management of this debilitating disease. Contents: • The spectrum of spondylarthropathies • Genetic aspects • Epidemiology and socioeconomic impact • Clinical features • Assessment • Physical therapy • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug therapy • Disease-controlling antirheumatic therapy • Future trends • Useful resourcesFast FactsRheumatologyRheumatologyDougados Maxime1214983UKSKGUKSKGBOOK996339102303316Fast Facts: Ankylosing Spondylitis2806267UNISA