Explore the Comprehensive Guide to Familial Mediterranean Fever, an essential read for healthcare professionals and researchers written by renowned opinion leaders in the field of monogenic autoinflammatory diseases. This authoritative book meticulously addresses all aspects of familial Mediterranean fever (FMF), the most common genetic autoinflammatory condition.
The initial chapters delve into the genetic underpinnings of FMF, offering valuable insights into its pathogenesis through cutting-edge experimental studies. Subsequent sections provide an in-depth analysis of both typical and atypical clinical presentations, detailing the disease’s progression and potential complications affecting pediatric and adult patients.
Practical guidance is offered on assessing disease severity and managing patients in everyday clinical settings. Treatment recommendations are grounded in the best available evidence, with a focus on emerging therapies that are set to revolutionize patient care.
As part of Springer’s acclaimed series, Rare Diseases of the Immune System, this book aims to foster a comprehensive approach to these conditions by presenting recent advancements in pathogenesis, diagnosis, and therapy. Monogenic autoinflammatory diseases stem from single-gene defects in the innate immune system, characterized by inflammatory syndromes with limited autoimmune evidence. Familial Mediterranean fever, caused by mutations in the MEFV gene, is marked by periodic fevers and painful inflammatory episodes affecting the abdomen, chest, and joints.
Familial Mediterranean Fever is an invaluable resource for all practitioners involved in patient care, providing the latest information to enhance understanding and treatment of this complex disease.
Authors:
Marco Gattorno (Editor)
Edition:
2015th
Publication Date:
March 19, 2015
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