This book tackles the role of interrelated conditions in the manifestation and course of
pulmonary ailments. The articles run the gamut from basic to clinical science on such topics as
airway allergy challenges pulmonary dysfunction due to exposure to environmental pollution
molecular and functional aspects of smoking in lung carcinogenesis and in obstruction-related
respiratory disorders and others. Attention is directed to the developments in rehabilitative
and lifestyle interventions in chronic disabilities particularly involving neuromotor and
stress-related conditions which with advancing age may lead to the deterioration of
ventilation with hypoxic sequelae. Enhanced research and awareness concerning the lung health
drive better treatments and quality of life. Clinical insights presented in the book underscore
a major role played by the science in transmuting biomedical knowledge into a better patient
management. The volume is addressed to clinicians researchers physiotherapists and other
healthcare professionals engaged in effective patient care and therapy.
