Allergy and Allergic Diseases, 2 Volumes [With CDROM] Hardcover - 2008

From the rear cover

Allergy and Allergic Diseases is an outstanding reference source on all aspects of allergy and allergic diseases. Covering virtually every allergic condition, from the immunological and molecular basis of the allergic response to future trends in allergic disease prevention, this new international editorial team lead by Professor Kay, have completely revised and updated the text, from both a scientific and clinical perspective.

The two volume second edition consists of more than 1800 pages contained in 98 chapters. The first volume covers growing areas on the immunological basis of allergy, particularly regulatory T cells, environmental factors in IgE production and innate immunity, as well as up to date accounts of the cells and mediators of allergic inflammation. The sections on pharmacology, physiology, allergens and animals models have also been fully revised. Volume 2, the clinical section, contains detailed accounts of allergic conjunctivo-rhinitis, asthma, eosinophilic disorders, allergy and the skin, anaphylaxis, food and drug allergy and allergy prevention. Current approaches to treatment are addressed with emphasis on internationally agreed guidelines; there is a substantial section on allergen immunotherapy, including recent advances.