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This compact guide to infectious diseases presents a full summary of the field, proper dosage schedules and key facts necessary to managing the diseases. It covers fevers of undetermined origin, parasites, bioterrorist agents and infections at various sites in the body. The information is presented in concise bullet lists, but the text also includes tables of antibiotic regimens and images illustrating principles and findings. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW"This is a comprehensive manual summarizing key points for the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases encountered by health care clinicians. It is written in a condensed, outline form of the textbook "Infectious Diseases in 30 Days" with the addition of "Highlights" at the beginning of each chapter. The initial chapter provides a thoughtful review of anti-infective therapy. The subsequent 16 chapters outline key facts in the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases."--Doody's Review ServiceDesigned to fit into a lab coat pocket, this handy reference provides quick access to diagnosis and treatment information of the full spectrum of infectious diseases. Features a minimum amount of text and a maximum amount of tables, charts, graphs, and mnemonics for easy access.
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