Mastering Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL): A Comprehensive Guide for Respiratory Medicine and Infectious Disease Clinicians

Authored by renowned experts Schildgen Oliver, Verena Schildgen, and Brockmann Michael, this book offers a practical and in-depth exploration of bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) and its applications in both research and clinical settings.

A Valuable Resource for Respiratory Medicine and Infectious Disease Professionals

This comprehensive guide provides clinicians and trainees with a thorough understanding of BAL, covering its theoretic background, microscopic and flow cytometric measurements, and diagnostic utility in various respiratory diseases.

The book’s scope is extensive, covering BAL’s role in chronic diseases such as COPD and ILD, infectious diseases, and inherited illnesses like cystic fibrosis, as well as its applications in both adult and pediatric medicine.

Key Features and Contributions

• Explores the use of BAL in infectious diseases, including the detection of respiratory viruses using reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) technique.
• Presents contributions from internationally recognized experts in the field.
• Clarifies the BAL technique and its diagnostic utility for respiratory physicians, cytologists, and pathologists involved in pulmonary disease diagnosis.
• Offers an updated perspective on the future applications of BAL technology in research and clinical medicine.

Product Details

Publisher: CRC Press
Edition: 1st edition
Release Date: December 6, 2023
Language: English
Pages: 172
ISBN-10: 0367705427
ISBN-13: 978-0367705428

This authoritative guide is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of BAL and its significance in respiratory medicine and infectious disease diagnosis.