Principles and Practice of Clinical Virology (PDF)

Principles and Practice of Clinical Virology is the bible
for all working in the field of clinical virology - from the
trainee to the expert because there's always something new to
learn! As before, the book provides a detailed account of the
diagnosis and treatment of virus infections, with a stronger
emphasis on clinical expertise and management. Each chapter deals
with a single virus or group or viruses and is written by leading
international experts in the field.

What's new in this edition ...

* Showcases the wealth of new knowledge acquired on virus
infections and reflects the discovery of newly recognized emerging
infections, the improvement or development of new vaccines, and an
increasing repertoire of antiviral agents for treatment

* All chapters have been thoroughly revised and there are a
number of new contributors, joining the cadre of
internationally-recognized experts

* Includes a new chapter on vaccinology covering the principles
relating to the development and use of vaccines generally, which
complements the specific vaccines described in the other
chapters

* The two chapters on nosocomial infections have been enlarged
and will be particularly useful for those having to advise on the
management of hospital-acquired infections

* Emphasizes the rapid accumulation of new information in such
fields as retroviruses, particularly HIV, SARS, hepatitis C and
influenza, including avian influenza