Books in Infectious diseases

The Atypical Pneumonias, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

1st Edition
Volume 24-1
March 22, 2010
Burke A. Cunha
English

Atypical pneumonia is pneumonia that is not caused by one of the traditional microorganisms, such as Streptococcus pneumoniae. Once atypical pneumonia is diagnosed, it is important to identify the causative organism so treatment can be tailored to the pathogen. This issue covers specific tests for atypical pathogens as well as taking an in depth look at specific microorganisms and diseases, including mycoplasma, legionella, and SARS.

Antibacterial Therapy and Newer Agents, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

1st Edition
Volume 23-4
December 11, 2009
Keith S. Kaye + 1 more
English

Infectious diseases is a rapidly changing field in which new organisms emerge, previously identified organisms develop resistance to treatment, and infections that had previously almost disappeared become resurgent. These factors require rapid changes in therapeutic approaches, especially in the use of antimicrobial agents. This issue covers antibiotics in specific populations (children, the elderly, and patients with renal failure), antimicrobial resistance, and new drugs in several classes, including macrolides, fluoroquinolones, beta-lactam antibiotics, and agents for gram-positive infections.

Infections in the Intensive Care Unit, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

1st Edition
Volume 23-3
September 9, 2009
Marin H. Kollef + 1 more
English

This issue covers the full gamut of infectious disease issues encountered in the ICU, including the approach to the febrile patient, management of septic shock, severe community-acquired pneumonia, management of ventilator-associate... pneumonia, approach to the immunocompromised host, bloodstream infection, severe soft tissue infections, management of intra-abdominal sepsis, meningitis and brain abscess, treatment of fungal infections, acute infective endocarditis, new antimicrobial agents, antimicrobial stewardship, infection control, and C. difficile infection.

Meta-analysis in Infectious Diseases, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

1st Edition
Volume 23-2
May 26, 2009
Matthew E. Falagas
English

Meta-analysis is a statistical analysis of data combined from two or more studies. Different studies use different variables measured on different scales. Meta-analysis is a method of standardizing the studies so that results can be more easily compared. Meta-analysis is a useful tool for evidence-based medicine. Articles in this issue examine the strengths and limitations of meta-analysis in infectious diseases, the use of meta-analysis in comparing diagnostic tests or treatments, and meta-analysis for specific problems, such as parasitic infections, HIV, surgical infections, and pediatric infections.

Pratique nouvelle de la transfusion sanguine

3rd Edition
March 25, 2009
Jean-Jacques Lefrère + 1 more
French

L'augmentation croissante des besoins en produits sanguins d'origine humaine et la prévention des risques de la transfusion sont l'objet d'un enjeu, aussi fondamental que vital. La transfusion sanguine, basée sur l'éthique et le bénévolat des donneurs, est une discipline médicale et scientifique à fort caractère transversal, où s'associent nombre de métiers et de spécialités cliniques et biologiques. Cet ouvrage est un guide permettant aux médecins et aux biologistes de trouver toutes les réponses sur les différents aspects pratiques de la transfusion sanguine. Cette 3e édition entièrement revue et actualisée, tient compte des derniers développements de la discipline transfusionnelle et du contexte sanitaire actuel. Cet ouvrage précise les principes généraux de la transfusion ; les différents produits sanguins et leurs indications ; les stratégies de prévention des transmissions de maladies et des complications liées à la transfusion ; les situations cliniques nécessitant une transfusion ; le système d'hémovigilance ; les progrès des biotechnologies et le développement des substituts des produits sanguins. Ce livre permet d'approfondir la compréhension de la pratique transfusionnelle à travers une étude sociologique. Il dresse un bilan comparatif de l'organisation sanguine en Europe et s'appuie sur des statistiques actualisées.

Staphylococcal Infections, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

1st Edition
Volume 23-1
February 9, 2009
Rachel Gorwitz + 1 more
English

Staphylococcus aureus is an important bacterial pathogen that causes a variety of human infections, some of which are life threatening. It is the leading cause of surgical site infections in the U.S. and is increasingly resistant to multiple antibiotics. Articles in this issue discuss the pathogenesis and epidemiology of S. aureus, antimicrobial resistance, specific types of staph infections, and treatment and prevention strategies.

Master Medicine: Microbiology and Infection

3rd Edition
February 19, 2007
Timothy J. J. Inglis
English

Master Medicine: Microbiology and Infection is brief and accessible, approached from the point of view of what you will need to know in order to understand the clinical work you will eventually be doing. It includes a wide range of self-assessment material, ideal for testing your understanding, and helping you to prepare for your exams.

Markell and Voge's Medical Parasitology

9th Edition
January 27, 2006
David T. John + 1 more
Greg Martin
English

With a new two-color design, Markell and Voge's Medical Parasitology has an updated and fresh look that highlights the comprehensive material students have trusted for over 40 years. Completely redrawn line drawings and improved halftones provide visual examples related directly to the textual material. The content explores the etiologic agents of human disease belonging to the animal kingdom: protozoa, helminths (worms), and arthropods (insects and spiders), all of which are a significant cause of, or link to illness encountered both in tropical and temperate environments. In addition to providing detailed descriptions of these agents, this text deals with the clinical diseases they cause, their modes of acquisition, transmission and epidemiology, and their pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

Problem-Based Microbiology

1st Edition
December 1, 2005
Swapan K. Nath + 1 more
English

This concise, problem-based textbook covers 91 of the most common infectious diseases, using case studies to promote interactive learning and to build a foundation of knowledge for clinical practice. It presents an overview of how infectious diseases affect a particular organ system. Then, it provides clinical case scenarios, differential diagnosis tables, and succinct explanations of the infectious process, with treatment options and outcomes. Crisp, full-color images and USMLE-style practice questions round out the text.

Problem-Based Microbiology

1st Edition
December 1, 2005
Swapan K. Nath + 1 more
English

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Books in Infectious diseases

The Atypical Pneumonias, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

Antibacterial Therapy and Newer Agents, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

Infections in the Intensive Care Unit, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

Meta-analysis in Infectious Diseases, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

Pratique nouvelle de la transfusion sanguine

Staphylococcal Infections, An Issue of Infectious Disease Clinics

Master Medicine: Microbiology and Infection

Markell and Voge's Medical Parasitology

Problem-Based Microbiology

Problem-Based Microbiology