This book covers all fields in rheumatology and aims to help readers comprehend, familiarize and evaluate their knowledge of the subject area. It contains short questions and concise answers on definitions, pathogenetic aspects, clinical and laboratory manifestations, differential diagnosis and the management of all rheumatic diseases.

The book also provides questions and answers on major aspects of basic immunology, valuable for understanding underlying immunological mechanisms of autoimmune rheumatic diseases. Illustrations and images help present information in a clear and schematic way.

Introduction

Part 1: An Introductory Approach to Autoimmune Disorders
Basic Immunology
Autoimmune Rheumatic Disorders: Pathogenetic and Laboratory Aspects
PART 2: Autoimmune Rheumatic (Connective Tissue) Diseases
Inflammatory Arthritides
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
Inflammatory Muscle Disease
Sjögren's Syndrome, IGG4 Related Disorders
Systemic Sclerosis
Vasculitides And Related Diseases
Autoinflammatory Syndromes
Part 3: Rheumatic Disorders and Manifestations in Various Organs, Systems and Disciplines
The Skin, the Eyes and the Ears in Rheumatic Diseases
Rheumatic Disorders associated with Metabolic, Endocrine and Hematological Diseases
Bone, Cartilage and Soft Tissue Disorders
Rheumatic Manifestations: A Compilation
Part 4: Treatment and Management of Rheumatic Diseases.