Clinical Approach to Infection in the Compromised Host

( 1 )

Overview

Rubin, Robert H., MD(Harvard Univ); Young, Lowell S., MD(Pacific California Medical Center)

The contributors represent the specialties of infectious diseases, internal medicine, oncology, pediatrics, general surgery, gastroenterology, radiology, transplantation, dermatology, rheumatology, and pathology. Most come from U.S. academic medical centers. Institutions prominently represented include Boston Univ, Harvard, Univ of Washington, Univ of ...

See more details below
Available through our Marketplace sellers.
See All Options
Other sellers (Hardcover)
  • All (5) from $166.57   
  • New (2) from $166.57   
  • Used (3) from $196.66   
Close
Sort by
Page 1 of 1
Showing All
Note: Marketplace items are not eligible for any BN.com coupons and promotions
$166.57
Fadi sabha
Seller since 2013

Feedback rating:

(24)

Condition:

New — never opened or used in original packaging.

Like New — packaging may have been opened. A "Like New" item is suitable to give as a gift.

Very Good — may have minor signs of wear on packaging but item works perfectly and has no damage.

Good — item is in good condition but packaging may have signs of shelf wear/aging or torn packaging. All specific defects should be noted in the Comments section associated with each item.

Acceptable — item is in working order but may show signs of wear such as scratches or torn packaging. All specific defects should be noted in the Comments section associated with each item.

Used — An item that has been opened and may show signs of wear. All specific defects should be noted in the Comments section associated with each item.

Refurbished — A used item that has been renewed or updated and verified to be in proper working condition. Not necessarily completed by the original manufacturer.

New

Ships from: Amman, Jordan

Usually ships in 1-2 business days

  • •Canadian
  • •International
  • •Standard, 48 States
  • •Standard (AK, HI)
  • •Express, 48 States
  • •Express (AK, HI)
$342.90
Extremely_Reliable
Seller since 2007

Feedback rating:

(7831)

Condition: New
Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy.

Ships from: Richmond, TX

Usually ships in 1-2 business days

  • •Canadian
  • •International
  • •Standard, 48 States
  • •Standard (AK, HI)
Page 1 of 1
Showing All
Close
Sort by
Sending request ...

More About This Book

Overview

Rubin, Robert H., MD(Harvard Univ); Young, Lowell S., MD(Pacific California Medical Center)

The contributors represent the specialties of infectious diseases, internal medicine, oncology, pediatrics, general surgery, gastroenterology, radiology, transplantation, dermatology, rheumatology, and pathology. Most come from U.S. academic medical centers. Institutions prominently represented include Boston Univ, Harvard, Univ of Washington, Univ of Utah, UCLA, and NCI.

The book contains predominantly black-and-white illustrations, with some color illustrations.

Read More Show Less

Editorial Reviews

John A. Robinson
This third edition multiauthored text can be viewed as the mother lode of pathophysiology, clinical diagnosis, and treatment of immunocompromised patients. The relevant infections are discussed in an organ systems approach by experienced clinicians who are also recognized clinical investigators. This book has a unique niche in internal medicine, organ transplantation, and infectious diseases. It would be appropriate for a variety of practitioners, including internists (infectious disease specialists, transplanters, and hematologists/oncologists) and pediatric specialists in critical care, hematology/oncology, and infectious disease. There is not only a wealth of true clinical pearls in each chapter, but also a reasonable and direct approach to diagnosis and treatment balanced with a healthy skepticism of many high-tech and high-cost approaches to the care of these patients. Clinical investigations and pharmaceuticals that have not proved helpful are indeed stated to be such. There are precise therapeutic regimens outlined for each organ system infection. This is a big help to some users who may only occasionally venture into this complex area of critical care. I tried but could not find any major weaknesses within this text. It is highly recommended for all clinicians who take care of these daunting patients.
Booknews
A revised and updated (2nd ed., 1988) practical guide that summarizes the major issues and controversies involving the medical and surgical management of immunocompromised patients. The guiding theme is to identify the epidemiologic, pathophysiologic, and clinical clues that lead to early diagnosis and effective therapy, or even prevention. On the one hand, there are detailed chapters on host defenses, epidemiology, and prevention of infection, as well as particular infections (e.g., herpes viruses, fungi, parasites). On the other hand, since the patients do not present with a label stating the name of the infection, other chapters are devoted to particular organ- system infections (septicemia, skin, lung, and central nervous system) and infections in particular patient groups (e.g., transplant patients, AIDS patients). Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
From The Critics
Reviewer: John A. Robinson, MD(Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine)
Description: This third edition multiauthored text can be viewed as the mother lode of pathophysiology, clinical diagnosis, and treatment of immunocompromised patients. The relevant infections are discussed in an organ systems approach by experienced clinicians who are also recognized clinical investigators.
Purpose: This book has a unique niche in internal medicine, organ transplantation, and infectious diseases.
Audience: It would be appropriate for a variety of practitioners, including internists (infectious disease specialists, transplanters, and hematologists/oncologists) and pediatric specialists in critical care, hematology/oncology, and infectious disease.
Features: There is not only a wealth of true clinical pearls in each chapter, but also a reasonable and direct approach to diagnosis and treatment balanced with a healthy skepticism of many high-tech and high-cost approaches to the care of these patients. Clinical investigations and pharmaceuticals that have not proved helpful are indeed stated to be such. There are precise therapeutic regimens outlined for each organ system infection. This is a big help to some users who may only occasionally venture into this complex area of critical care.
Assessment: I tried but could not find any major weaknesses within this text. It is highly recommended for all clinicians who take care of these daunting patients.

5 Stars from Doody
Read More Show Less

Product Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780306466939
  • Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York, LLC
  • Publication date: 10/28/2002
  • Edition description: REV
  • Edition number: 4
  • Pages: 1000
  • Product dimensions: 8.96 (w) x 11.20 (h) x 1.55 (d)

Table of Contents

1 Introduction 1
2 Defects in Host Defense Mechanisms 5
3 Mucocutaneous Infections in the Immunocompromised Host 49
4 Clinical Approach to the Compromised Host with Fever and Pulmonary Infiltrates 111
5 Central Nervous System Infection in the Immunocompromised Host 163
6 Fungal Infections in the Immunocompromised Host 215
7 Mycobacterial and Nocardial Diseases in the Compromised Host 249
8 Pneumocystis carinii and Parasitic Infections in the Immunocompromised Host 265
9 Viral Hepatitis in the Compromised Host 335
10 The Herpesviruses 361
11 Morbidity in Compromised Patients Related to Viruses Other than Herpes Group and Hepatitis Viruses 405
12 Pathogenesis and Clinical Manifestations of HIV-1 Infection 421
13 Infectious Complications in Children with Cancer and Children with Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection 441
14 Infections Complicating Congenital Immunodeficiency Syndromes 465
15 Management of Infections in Leukemia and Lymphoma 497
16 Infection in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation 527
17 Infection in the Organ Transplant Recipient 573
18 Surgical Aspects of Infection in the Compromised Host 681
Color Plates 707
Index 709
Read More Show Less

Customer Reviews

Average Rating 5
( 1 )
Rating Distribution

5 Star

(1)

4 Star

(0)

3 Star

(0)

2 Star

(0)

1 Star

(0)

Your Rating:

Review Guidelines
Add Recommendations
Your Name: Create a Pen Name or

Barnes & Noble.com Review Rules

Our reader reviews allow you to share your comments on titles you liked, or didn't, with others. By submitting an online review, you are representing to Barnes & Noble.com that all information contained in your review is original and accurate in all respects, and that the submission of such content by you and the posting of such content by Barnes & Noble.com does not and will not violate the rights of any third party. Please follow the rules below to help ensure that your review can be posted.

Reviews by Our Customers Under the Age of 13

We highly value and respect everyone's opinion concerning the titles we offer. However, we cannot allow persons under the age of 13 to have accounts at BN.com or to post customer reviews. Please see our Terms of Use for more details.

What to exclude from your review:

Please do not write about reviews, commentary, or information posted on the product page. If you see any errors in the information on the product page, please send us an email.

Reviews should not contain any of the following:

  • - HTML tags, profanity, obscenities, vulgarities, or comments that defame anyone
  • - Time-sensitive information such as tour dates, signings, lectures, etc.
  • - Single-word reviews. Other people will read your review to discover why you liked or didn't like the title. Be descriptive.
  • - Comments focusing on the author or that may ruin the ending for others
  • - Phone numbers, addresses, URLs
  • - Pricing and availability information or alternative ordering information
  • - Advertisements or commercial solicitation

Reminder:

  • - By submitting a review, you grant to Barnes & Noble.com and its sublicensees the royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable right and license to use the review in accordance with the Barnes & Noble.com Terms of Use.
  • - Barnes & Noble.com reserves the right not to post any review -- particularly those that do not follow the terms and conditions of these Rules. Barnes & Noble.com also reserves the right to remove any review at any time without notice.
  • - See Terms of Use for other conditions and disclaimers.
Search for Products You'd Like to Recommend

Recommend other products that relate to your review. Just search for them below and share!

Create a Pen Name

Your Pen Name is your unique identity on BN.com. It will appear on the reviews you write and other website activities. Your Pen Name cannot be edited, changed or deleted once submitted.

 
Your Pen Name can be any combination of alphanumeric characters (plus - and _), and must be at least two characters long.

Continue Anonymously
Sort by: Showing 1 Customer Review

  • Anonymous

    Posted July 22, 2002

    Review from the Journal of the American Medical Association

    'With admirable clarity the authors- all highly regarded in their respective fields- present the clinician with a supremely readable text. The emphasis here is pragmatic, although there is sufficient pathogenesis and physiolgy to provide a fine balance.'- from the Journal of the American Medical Association

    Was this review helpful? Yes  NoThank you for your feedback.   Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.
Sort by: Showing 1 Customer Review
If you find inappropriate content, please report it to Barnes & Noble
Why is this product inappropriate?
Comments (optional)