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Human Immunodeficiency Virus and the Lung
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus and the Lung

innbundet, 1998
Engelsk
Serie: Lung Biology in Health and Disease

Synthesizing disparate information into a readily accessible format, this insightful volume presents state-of-the-art reviews on the basic and clinical features of pulmonary diseases in HIV-infected individuals-informing critical decision making as well as suggesting avenues for future research.
A beneficial compendium for those dealing with pulmonary complications of HIV infection, Human Immunodeficiency Virus and the Lung

  • surveys current knowledge on the epidemiology of HIV infection
  • examines HIV's effects on lung cells in addition to immune functions within the lung
  • details individual pulmonary infections in terms of etiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and prophylaxis
  • emphasizes the indications and limitations of various diagnostic techniques, including invasive and noninvasive testing and screening
  • considers noninfectious pulmonary complications from neoplastic and inflammatory to immunological disorders
  • advises on the management of individuals in intensive care with the aid of morbidity and mortality data
  • assesses common recommendations as well as provides clear guidelines for preventing the transmission of infectious pathogens
  • and more!
    • ISBN
    9780824798833
    Språk
    Engelsk
    Vekt
    2000 gram
    Utgivelsesdato
    26.6.1998
    Antall sider
    584