Tuberculosis: A Comprehensive International Approach: v. 66 (Lung Biology in Health and Disease) - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0824788524 ISBN 13: 9780824788520

Publisher: Marcel Dekker Inc, 1993

Synopsis

This reference deals with tuberculosis in both developed and developing countries, and thoroughly examines the disease from an historical, theoretical and practical perspective. Containing 1800 bibliographic citations and more than 150 tables, drawings, photographs and micrographs, "Tuberculosis": outlines the relationships among socio-economic, public health and medical conditions that continue to make this disease the leading cause of death of any single infectious disease worldwide; details various treatment regimens to ensure that those infected fully benefit from recent advances; and evaluates the success and limitations of numerous control programmes, including the strategies of the World Health Organization. Written by over 40 leading, international authorities in the field, "Tuberculosis" is a 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; and graduate and medical 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: Marcel Dekker Inc
• Publication date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0824788524
• ISBN 13: 9780824788520
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 792
• Editor: Reichman Lee B., Hershfield Earl S.