Advancing Early Diagnosis in Chronic Diseases

Tools, Techniques, and Technologies
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-0-443-33263-0
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 258 Seiten, Format (B × H): 214 mm x 276 mm, Gewicht: 957 g

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 for 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. 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, the book bridges the gap between scientific discovery and clinical application, addressing challenges such as knowledge gaps, integration barriers, and accessibility of diagnostic innovations. It 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.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Rai, Sachchida Nand

Singh, Abhishek Kumar

Singh, Payal

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Klinische und Innere Medizin Immunologie

Inhaltsverzeichnis

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

Über Autor(innen)

Singh, Payal
Dr. Payal Singh is an Assistant Professor at University Centre for Research & Development (UCRD), Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. She obtained her MSc in Biochemistry from Purvanchal University, India, and her PhD in Zoology from Banaras Hindu University, India. Her research focuses on vital transcription factors in neurodegenerative diseases, as well as the applications of phytochemicals and the role of vitamins in these diseases.

Singh, Abhishek Kumar
Dr. Abhishek Kumar Singh is Associate Professor at Manipal Centre for Biotherapeutics Research, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India. Dr. Singh obtained his PhD from the CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, India, and brings more than a decade of research experience in neurodegeneration and neuroprotection. His research focuses on developing anti-aging strategies targeting autophagy pathways in brain aging and age-related neurodegenerative disorders. Dr. Singh has corresponding teaching experience in biomaterials, bioprocess engineering, and gene therapy.

Rai, Sachchida Nand
Dr. Sachchida Nand Rai is an Assistant Professor at University Centre for Research & Development (UCRD), Chandigarh University, Punjab, India. He obtained his MSc in Biochemistry from Purvanchal University, India, and his PhD in Biochemistry from Banaras Hindu University, India. Dr. Rai researches the anti-oxidative and anti-neuroinflammatory properties of phytochemicals for the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. He is a lifetime member of the Indian Academy of Neuroscience.