Tuberculosis: A Comprehensive International Approach, Second Edition, (Lung Biology in Health and Disease) - Hardcover

Reichman, Lee B.; Hershfield, Earl S.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 082478121X ISBN 13: 9780824781217

Publisher: CRC Press, 2000

Synopsis

This completely revised and expanded Second Edition thoroughly examines tuberculosis from historical, theoretical, and clinical perspectives, including the most current discoveries.
Containing 35 revised, rewritten, rearranged, and new chapters by nationally and internationally renowned experts, the updated Second Edition presents

expanded coverage on the background of tuberculosis, including new chapters on tuberculosis control in low-income and low-prevalence countries, tuberculosis laboratories, and applied strategies of tuberculosis control

complete coverage of new and emerging aspects of the disease, including expanded chapters on case finding and follow-up in high- and low-prevalence countries

new chapters on the transmission of tuberculosis and international strain genotyping, tuberculosis infection control, coalition building for tuberculosis control, a model tuberculosis elimination program, tuberculosis and medical anthropology, international advocacy, health sector reform and tuberculosis, and DOTS-Plus tuberculosis care management

updated information on outbreaks of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis, treatment of latent tuberculosis infection, and BCG vaccination

over 50 new contributors

and more!
Providing updated information since the publication of the first edition six years ago and complete with over 2400 references, tables, and figures, the Second Edition is a must-read reference for pulmonary, respiratory, and infectious disease specialists; clinical microbiologists; pulmonologists; epidemiologists; immunologists; pathologists; physiologists; internists; public health physicians; local, regional, national, and international public health officials; directors of tuberculosis programs; allergists; scientific researchers; and graduate and medicinal students in these disciplines.

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Review

"Praise for the First Edition If any data were needed to commend continued vigilance in the battle against tuberculosis, this [book] is the place to find it. "-Thorax "a stand-alone reference for anyone involved in the treatment, control, and prevention of tuberculosis, and it is highly recommended "-Chest "this is a book that most physicians, regardless of specialty orientation, should read. "-Perspectives in Biology and Medicine Richly illustrated with lessons from history"contains interesting and critical summaries of the basic aspect of tuberculosisAll aspects of diagnosis and treatment are described in detail, as are unique clinical problems and efforts that are being made around the world to control the disease. "Each chapter is written by a noted authority and provides an excellent and succinct review. A major strength of this [book] is the international stature and experience of thecontributorsa veritable Who's Who in tuberculosis research and control.the editors are to be commended for integrating the very different focuses of and priorities for the control of tuberculosis in different regions of the world.this book should provide a global perspective on tuberculosis and a wealth of basic and epidemiologic informationuseful to all those struggling to fill the gap between formal medical education and the challenges posed by tuberculosis throughout the world. "-The New England Journal of Medicine "well-produced. "-Respiratory Care "a timely expanded revision. thought provoking. an important landmark in the fight against TB. "-Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy "useful.crucial.well produced. "-Respiratory Care

Edition details

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 082478121X
• ISBN 13: 9780824781217
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 936