Full Description
Advancing Early Diagnosis in Chronic Diseases: Tools, Techniques, and Technologies explores the transformative potential of early detection strategies and technologies in reshaping chronic disease outcomes. Addressing the urgent need for innovative approaches to managing conditions such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and pediatric chronic conditions, this book underscores the importance of timely interventions to reduce disease burden and improve quality of life. Chronic diseases are leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide, making early diagnosis and intervention critical. The book provides a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge tools, including predictive biomarkers, artificial intelligence, genomic and proteomic screening, wearable health devices, digital twins, and point-of-care testing. Readers will gain insights into how these advancements revolutionize early diagnosis and personalized treatment. Written by experts from interdisciplinary fields, it bridges the gap between scientific discovery and clinical application, addressing challenges such as knowledge gaps, integration barriers, and accessibility of diagnostic innovations. The book covers a broad spectrum of chronic conditions, including metabolic, inflammatory, respiratory, renal, hepatic, and neurodegenerative diseases, with added focus on pediatric patients and early detection in childhood disorders. "Advancing Early Diagnosis in Chronic Diseases: Tools, Techniques, and Technologies" is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers. It offers strategies for implementing scalable and ethical diagnostic solutions in both resource-rich and resource-limited settings. By consolidating emerging technologies and practical applications, this book empowers its readers to transition from reactive to proactive care, ultimately improving patient outcomes and transforming healthcare systems worldwide.
Contents
1. Introduction to Chronic Diseases and the Need for Early Detection
2. Multi-System Chronic Diseases: Biomarkers and Diagnostic Advances
3. Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders: Early Identification and Monitoring Strategies
4. Cancer Detection: Screening Tools and Biomarker Discoveries
5. Neurodegenerative Diseases: Biomarkers and Early Diagnostic Techniques
6. Respiratory Diseases: Innovations in Early Diagnosis
7. Renal and Hepatic Disorders: Early Indicators and Diagnostic Tools
8. Personalized Medicine and Preventive Health: Digital Twins and Predictive Analytics
9. AI and Biomedical Engineering in Chronic Disease Diagnosis
10. Global Challenges in Chronic Disease Detection: Multidisciplinary Approaches
11. Future Perspectives: Toward Universal Early Detection of Chronic Diseases
