Pediatric Asthma (Second Edition)

Author: Dai Jiachen, Bao Yixiao, Han Lianshu
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: In addition to reaffirming the "safe dosage" recommended in the second edition, we also advocate the use of inhaled corticosteroids combined with sodium cromoglicate dry powder for asthma prevention based on national conditions (the China Asthma Alliance plans to promote this scheme nationwide). We emphasize the need for accurate calculation of daily inhaled corticosteroid doses via the mouth and nose, and caution against excessive dosage. The book also provides detailed information on leukotriene receptor antagonists introduced in the early 21st century, long-acting β2 agonists, and their combination with inhaled corticosteroids. Furthermore, all chapters on asthma etiology, pathogenesis, and other topics have been comprehensively revised. At a time when the Global Asthma Action Plan is being further implemented and China's new asthma guidelines and protocols continue to be adopted, the reissue of Pediatric Asthma may be of great benefit to a broad readership.