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Tuberculosis
The Essentials, Fourth Edition
Introduction
Every second a new person is exposed to tuberculosis (TB). Each untreated TB-infected person will infect 10-15 people every year.
Book Overview
Following the success of its predecessor, this new edition of Tuberculosis: The Essentials scrutinizes the new discoveries and observations of the key aspects of the disease. Recognized world experts provide a concise, state-of-the-art review of the 15 essential elements of TB.
Contents
Supply an international, current view of the epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment methods. Discuss the emerging threat of XDR-TB and the HIV/AIDS factor. Assess advances in TB research such as new drugs and vaccines. Reflect on the progress of the "Stop TB" strategy.
