Description
Personalized medicine in asthma
Book summary
This work offers an updated and practical overview of how personalized medicine is transforming asthma management. The authors, leading specialists, present a detailed guide on the most relevant biomarkers for early diagnosis and the selection of individualized treatments. The reader will find a comprehensive review of available therapies, from new immunomodulators to advanced strategies such as bronchial thermoplasty, with special attention to their application in pediatric patients. An essential resource for professionals seeking to optimize care for the asthmatic patient.
What is it about?
The book addresses the paradigm shift in asthma treatment, moving away from one-size-fits-all approaches to focus on personalized strategies. The chapters review current biomarkers, highlighting their utility not only in early detection of the disease but also as guides for selecting and applying the most effective treatments for each patient. Detailed information is provided on new immunomodulators, treatment responses, and innovative strategies, such as bronchial thermoplasty, long-acting anticholinergics, biological response modifiers, long-acting inhaled corticosteroids, and inhaled combinations of corticosteroids with long-acting beta-agonists. In addition, useful information is included for the use of these medications in pediatric patients, addressing challenges in exacerbation prevention.
Main topics
- Asthma biomarkers for diagnosis and therapeutic guidance
- Immunomodulators and advanced biological therapies
- Individualized treatment strategies: bronchial thermoplasty and new drugs
- Asthma management in the pediatric population
- Exacerbation prevention and disease control
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at pulmonologists, allergists, immunologists, primary care physicians, and residents in these specialties. It is also very useful for clinical pharmacists and researchers interested in personalized medicine applied to respiratory diseases. Its practical and updated approach makes it a valuable tool for any professional who wishes to delve into the latest therapeutic strategies for asthma.
What this book offers
- An updated review of key biomarkers for early detection and the selection of personalized treatments.
- Detailed information on the most innovative therapies, including immunomodulators and bronchial thermoplasty.
- Practical guidelines for the application of treatments in pediatric patients, an area of special complexity.
- Concrete strategies for the prevention of exacerbations and the improvement of asthma control.
- A comprehensive approach that facilitates the transition toward more precise and patient-centered medicine.
Technical specifications
- Author: Szefler, Stanley J.; Holguin, Fernando
- Publisher: Elsevier España, S.L.U.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Medicine: general issues, public health and preventive medicine, immunology, respiratory medicine
- Collection: ELSEVIER
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: July 2018
- Number of pages: 240
- Weight: 550 g
Editorial review
This work represents a significant contribution for specialists seeking to update their knowledge in asthma management. Its value lies in its ability to synthesize the most recent evidence on biomarkers and advanced therapies, offering a practical guide for the individualization of treatment. The inclusion of specific information for pediatric patients and the focus on exacerbation prevention make it a complete and highly clinically useful resource.