Recent Advances in Pediatrics (Special Volume 24): Respiratory Diseases

The 24th Special Volume of the international Series, Recent Advances in Pediatrics, covers topical issues in pediatric respiratory diseases. The 25 peer-reviewed, evidence-based and state-of-the-art chapters contributed by 31 experts drawn from India and other countries review the depth and breadth of knowledge in the stated field with particular reference to its applicability the Indian subcontinent. All chapters capitalize on the excellence of contents which truly provide stimulating, mature and, often, even provocative updates. No doubt, this approach is considered befitting when the objective is not only top inform but also to stimulate discussion, interaction, research and innovation. In keeping with the professed policy of the RAP series ever since its inception in 1990-91, multidisciplinary approach with an eye on future continues to be the guiding principle in this volume as well. Over and above the academic feast provided in a holistic manner, the treatise is set to be an important step towards translating advances in pediatric pulmonology from benchside to bedside and beyond to the community, especially in South-east Asian and South-west Asia.