The only text to cover lung function assessment from first principles including methodology, reference values and interpretation New for this edition: - More illustrations to convey concepts clearly to the busy physician - Text completely re-written in a contemporary style: includes user-friendly equations and more diagrams - New material covering the latest advances in the treatment of lung function, including more on sleep-related disorders, a stronger clinical and practical bias and more on new techniques and equipment - Uses the standard Vancouver referencing system What the experts say: "e;I have always considered Dr Cotes' book the most authoritative book published on lung function. It is also the most comprehensive."e; Dr Robert Crapo, Pulmonary Division, LDS Hospital, Salt Lake City, USA "e;I think I can fairly speak on behalf of staff in lung function departments the length and breadth of the country - that a sixth edition of Cotes would be gratefully received."e; Dr Brendan Cooper, Clinical Respiratory Scientist, Nottingham City Hospital