Lung Biology in Health & Disease Volume 154 Asthma and Respiratory Infections [1sted.]9780585426563, 9780824777104, 0824777107

Description:Performing a thorough and detailed study of one of the most common yet less accurately understood causes of human illness, this all-inclusive reference examines the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and future treatment options for asthma and respiratory infections. This guide also contains up-to-date results from clinical trials of antiviral agents that explore new avenues of therapy-including interferons, ICAM-1 receptor blockades, vaccines, and mediator antagonists.