The Oxford Textbook of Rheumatology offers an innovative and exciting problem-oriented approach to diagnosis and management in rheumatology, providing thorough and comprehensive coverage of the many forms of rheumatological disease and their allied complications. It takes a practical problem-oriented approach to diagnosis and management, forming an easily accessible guide to assist readers in improving the quality, ease, and speed of treatment offered to patients. It features authoritative contributions from over 150 internationally renowned contributors, giving immediate access to the combined experience of the world's leading experts. Practical clinical information is supplemented with a solid grounding in basic science, providing beautifully illustrated sections on the pathophysiology of rheumatological disorders and processes of inflammation. The Oxford Textbook of Rheumatology has been radically revised and updated for this edition to offer the latest in scientific research and evidence-based practice. There are numerous brand new chapters, and much new material on the novel biological therapies transforming rheumatological treatments. The Textbook retains however two outstanding features from the popular first and second editions: an unrivalled review of rheumatological problems with respect to age; and 'Views from different perspectives', a section in which rheumatologists join with colleagues from other specialties to explore the interaction between rheumatology and other areas. Beautifully illustrated and produced, and for the first time containing a free CD-ROM containing the full text and illustrations from the book, the Oxford Textbook of Rheumatology remains an essential clinical tool for any rheumatologist who wishes to enhance standards of care. Book jacket.