Gaucher Disease

The most current and comprehensive reference available, Gaucher Disease provides valuable information for academic and industry scientists, and clinicians. Outlining current research on the biochemistry and pathology of lysosomal storage disorders, this book covers diverse topics including animal models, crystallography, imaging and radionuclide evaluation. It addresses treatments such as enzyme replacement therapy, as well as emerging therapies. With contributions from world-renowned experts this book includes discussions on patient management, the ethics of research, and the use of expensive therapies to treating orphan diseases. In September of 2007, Gaucher Disease received a commendation in the Haematology category of the 2007 British Medical Association Medical Book Competition.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0849338166
• ISBN13: 9780849338168
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 552 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.3" x 9.5"