This book provides a comprehensive overview of the field of aerosol science related to particle inhalation and its effect on the lung, predominately in humans. It covers the basics of aerosol behavior, transport, deposition, clearance, and effects of aerosols, both environmental and therapeutic. Aimed at the researcher entering the field of aerosol inhalation it provides a valuable introductory resource in an accessible format.
Contents: IntroductionThe Respiratory SystemAerosol Transport and Deposition: The BasicsAerosol Measurement TechniquesDetermination of Aerosol DepositionClearance of Deposited ParticlesAerosols as a Diagnostic ToolAerosol TherapeuticsAmbient and Indoor AerosolAdverse Health Effects of AerosolsAerosols in Unusual EnvironmentsRegulation of Particle Exposure
Readership: Researchers working in the multi-faceted field of aerosol science; those in the related fields of respiratory medicine and environmental health.Aerosols;Inhalation;Particles;Deposition;Clearance;Lung Effects;Dust;Medical Aerosol;Aerosols and Health0Key Features:Accessible concise approachKey references and new material providedBroad coverage of the multi-faceted fieldCoherent view on therapeutic and adverse health effects of inhaled aerosol
