Tuberculosis

<p>Every second a new person is exposed to tuberculosis (TB). Each untreated TB-infected person will infect 10-15 people every year. Following the success of its predecessor this new edition of <b>Tuberculosis: The Essentials</b> 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 TBsupply an international current view of the epidemiology pathophysiology diagnosis and treatment methodsdiscuss the emerging threat of XDR-TB and the HIV/AIDS factorassess advances in TB research such as new drugs and vaccinesreflect on the progress of the Stop TB strategy. </p><p><strong>See What’s New in the Fourth Edition:</strong></p><ul> <li>Updated chapters on epidemiology and pathogenesis provide new insights on TB infection and disease</li> <li>Updated chapters on diagnosis and treatment cover new tests and molecular detection methods</li> <li>Information on developing effective regiments and discussion of situations deserving specific precautions</li> <li>Coverage of adherence issues </li> </ul><p>The book book is an essential guide for everybody working in the field of TB from specialists to nurses and students both from a clinical and public health perspective. </p>