Respiratory Medicine: An Asian Pespective

This book is the first of its kind to focus on respiratory health and diseases in Asia. It is well known that disease patterns and health care delivery vary in different parts of the world. With divergent socioeconomic background, genetic makeup and environmental factors, health care issues take on a different perspective in Asia compared to other places in the world.

The chapters are contributed by professional leaders who are highly respected for their clinical expertise in respiratory medicine in different parts of Asia. Many of them are internationally renowned for their academic excellence. This book is a useful reference for medical students, clinicians in training and respiratory specialists.