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Human Parasitology

  • 4th Edition - July 6, 2012
  • Newer edition is available
  • Authors: Burton J. Bogitsh, Clint E. Carter, Thomas N. Oeltmann
  • Language: English

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Human Parasitology emphasizes a medical perspective while incorporating functional morphology, physiology, biochemistry, and immunology to enhance appreciation of the diverse implications of parasitism. Bridging the gap between classical clinical parasitology texts and traditional encyclopedic treatises, Human Parasitology appeals to students interested in the medical aspects of parasitology and those who require a solid foundation in the biology of parasites. This fourth edition has been fully revised to integrate the most recent molecular discoveries about mosquitoes, ticks and other arthropods as vectors, as well as the most effective therapeutic regimens.

New to this Edition:• Features expanded coverage of the evolution of parasitism and an extensive update to immunology of parasite–host interactions• Offers an enhanced art program featuring life-cycle illustrations and additional SEM and TEM micrographs• New Host Immune Response section for each organism

Key features

  • Presents various parasites and examines how they interact with their hosts and respond to new treatments
  • Easy to read with photographs, diagrams, and clinical case pictures throughout

Readership

Premedical, medical technology, and undergraduate microbiology students as well as researchers and professionals in related disciplines

Table of contents

Dedication Preface 1. Symbiosis and Parasitism Definitions Ecological Aspects of Parasitism Medical Implications Evolution of Parasitism Suggested Readings 2. Parasite-Host Interactions Effects of Parasites on Hosts Biological Adaptations of Parasitism Opportunistic Parasites Selected ReadingsPart I The Protozoa 3. General Characteristics of the Euprotista (Protozoa) Locomotor Organelles Flagella Other Organelles Encystation Reproduction Selected Readings Classification of the Protozoa 4. Visceral Protozoa I: Rhizopods (Amoebae) and Ciliophorans Amoebae Pathogenic Free-Living Amoebae Microsporidians Ciliates Selected Readings 5. Visceral Protozoa II: Flagellates Nontrichomonad Flagellates The Genus Trichomonas and Related Forms Selected Readings 6. Blood and Tissue Protozoa I: Hemoflagellates Morphologic Forms Genus Trypanosoma Selected Readings 7. Blood and Tissue Protozoa II: Human Malaria Plasmodium and Human Malaria Selected Readings 8. Blood and Tissue Protozoa III: Other Protists Babesia Toxoplasma gondii Cryptosporidium parvum Cyclospora cayentanensis Isospora belli Blastocystis hominis Selected Readings Part II The Trematoda 9. General Characteristics of the Trematoda Structure of Adult Generalized Life Cycle Patterns Germ Cell Cycle Physiology Chemotherapy Selected Readings Classification of the Trematoda 10. Visceral Flukes Liver Flukes Intestinal Flukes Lung Flukes Selected Readings 11. Blood Flukes Morphology Variations Symptomatology and Diagnosis Chemotherapy Host Immune Response Other Schistosomes Swimmer’s Itch Selected Readings Part III The Cestoda 12. General Characteristics of the Cestoda Morphology Life Cycle Patterns Physiology Chemotherapy Host Immune Response Selected Readings Classification of the Cestoda 13. Intestinal Tapeworms Diphyllobothrium Latum Taenia Solium Taenia Saginata Hymenolepis Nana Hymenolepis Diminuta Dipylidium Caninum Selected Readings 14. Extraintestinal Tapeworms Human Sparganosis Human Cysticercosis Human Hydatidosis Selected ReadingsPart IV The Nematoda 15. General Characteristics of the Nematoda Structure of the Adult Selected Readings Classification of the Nematoda 16. Intestinal Nematodes The Adenophorea The Secernentea Human Hookworm Disease Selected Readings 17. Blood and Tissue Nematodes Life Cycle Periodicity Filarial Worms The Guinea Worm Selected Readings Part V Arthropoda 18. Arthropods as Vectors Significance of Arthropods as Vectors General Structural Features The Dipterans Other Insects The Acarines Selected Readings Classification of the Arthropoda GlossaryAPPENDIX A. Drugs for Parasitic Infections: Partial List of Generic and Brand Names APPENDIX B. Current Chemotherapeutic Regimens APPENDIX C. Adverse Effects of Antiparasitic Drugs Index

Review quotes

"There are few textbooks for students studying medical parasitology. This up-to-date third edition is easier to read than many, making it a viable option for upper-level students."—Martha Gentry-Nielsen, PhD, Creighton University School of Medicine

"Bridging the gap between classical clinical parasitology texts and traditional encyclopedic treatises, Human Parasitology appeals to students interested in the medical aspects of parasitology and those who require a solid foundation in the biology of parasites. This fourth edition has been fully revised to integrate the most recent molecular discoveries about mosquitoes, ticks and other arthropods as vectors, as well as the most effective therapeutic regimens."—Doody.com, April 24, 2013

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About the authors

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Burton J. Bogitsh

Burton J. Bogitsh received his undergraduate education in biology at New York University (University Heights) and his graduate education at Baylor University (M.A.) and the University of Virginia (Ph.D.). He is currently Professor Emeritus of Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt University. He has authored more than 100 publications in the area of parasitology and has co-authored a textbook in General Zoology. He is an associate editor of the Journal of Morphology, co-editor of Volume 2 of the Microscopical Anatomy of Invertebrates, and has contributed many chapters to numerous edited volumes on parasitology. His research interests are in the ultrastructural localization of enzymes in helminths with a primary focus on the digestive tracts of trematodes.
Affiliations and expertise
Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, USA

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Clint E. Carter

Dr. Clint Carter received his B.A. and M.A. degrees in biology at Loma Linda University and his Ph.D. degree at the University of California at Los Angeles. He was Professor Emeritus, Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt University. He authored more than 70 publications with a primary focus on the biochemistry and immunology of parasites. He contributed chapters in several edited volumes such as The Biology of the Tapeworm, Hymenolepis diminuta, and served on the editorial board of the Journal of Parasitology.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor Emeritus, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee, USA

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Thomas N. Oeltmann

Affiliations and expertise
Associate Professor of Biochemistry and Medicine Emeritus, Department of Biochemistry, Vanderbilt University, USA

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