A Practical Approach to Infectious Diseases

By R. Gordon Douglas and M.D. Richard E. Reese, M.D. Deborah E. Sentochnik

In the United States, infectious diseases now rank third among the leading causes of death according to the Journal of the American Medical Association. Problems associated with antimicrobial resistance are increasing nationally and internationally. This fourth edition includes new information on emerging infections (e.g., ehrlichiosis, E. coli 0157: H7, Helicobacter pylori), the hepatitis A vaccine, and deep neck infections, as well as a concise update on HIV, a discussion of problems of antimicrobial resistance, and an extensive review of antibiotics, including new agents. A Practical Approach to Infectious Diseases is written in an outline format that provides quick pathways from symptoms to sources of infection. The contributors - drawn from the ranks of outstanding clinicians and academics - outline steps toward diagnosis and make recommendations from their years of clinical experience for treating common and uncommon diseases.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0316737151
• ISBN13: 9780316737159
• Release Date: January 1988
• Publisher: Little Brown and Company
• Length: 346 Pages

Customer Reviews

easy to approach

This book is so easy to approach that I have ever read. As a medical student or resident, I suggest that you must buy one like this to enhance you for understanding the use of antibiotics and some knowledge in infectious diseases. You can make a quick reference from this book and some helpful information also.

A MUST HAVE!

There is nothing better for a clinician than finding the answer to your question quickly. This handbook does just that and with accurate, up-to-date information. bruce thomas.