Written by skilled specialists in the field of interventional pulmonology, the new Second Edition thoroughly explores the latest advancements, newest therapies, and diagnostic techniques in interventional pulmonary medicine. Using guidelines to ensure maximum quality and efficiency in patient care, this concise text is a must-have resource for all pulmonologists and critical care specialists. Key features: EXPERTISE FROM A TALENTED TEAM OF EDITORS headed by Drs. Beamis, Mathur, and Mehta, who are key opinion leaders with years of experience in pulmonary and critical care medicine RELIABLE, PRACTICAL INFORMATION on the latest advances in interventional pulmonology-the same level of excellence as the first edition in about half the size CONDITION MANAGEMENT AT EARLY STAGES -learn to diagnose and treat more serious disorders such as airway cancer and peripheral lesions sooner to help improve patient outcomes NEW INFORMATION IN THIS RAPIDLY GROWING FIELD of airway disorders, such as asthma and COPD