Includes bibliographical references and index.

Anatomy and physiology of the lungs -- Symptoms and signs of respiratory disease -- Pulmonary function tests -- Radiology of the chest -- Upper respiratory tract infections -- Pneumonia -- Tuberculosis -- Respiratory disease in AIDS and immunocompromised patients -- Bronchiectasis and lung abscess -- Cystic fibrosis -- Asthma -- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease -- Carcinoma of the lung -- Interstitial lung disease -- Occupational lung disease -- Pulmonary vascular disease -- Pneumothorax and pleural effusion -- Acute respiratory distress syndrome -- Sleep-related breathing disorders -- Lung transplantation--Smoking and smoking cessation.