Infections of the central nervous system
By: editors, W. Michael Scheld, Richard J. Whitley, Christina M. Marra
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Philadelphia
Language: eng
Number of pages: 939
ISBN-13: 9780781743273
Subjects: Infections; Central nervous system
Description: This edition includes new information on botulinum toxin as a biological weapon and a therapeutic agent, neurologic effects of viruses causing hemorrhagic fevers, and infections that have recently become more prevalent or been found in new geographic locations. The updated coverage of therapeutics includes AIDS/HIV medications and other antiviral drugs, new antifungal medications, and vaccinations against Lyme disease and bacterial meningitis.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.