RESPIRATORY MEDICINE is an authoritative, international text on respiratory diseases which combines applied science with good clinical practice. The new Third Edition has been thoroughly revised to provide a comprehensive update of all aspects of respiratory medicine, from lung structure and function, to the newest areas of development in treatment, to complete coverage of respiratory diseases, including key topics such as lung tumors, airway disorders, and interstitial lung disease. The text features over 1500 high-quality illustrations, which are also available on a CD-ROM included in the book.