This is the thoroughly revised, completely updated and enlarged
edition which aims to serve as a comprehensive textbook on medical virology for
students pursuing MBBS and postgraduate courses in medical microbiology/
virology/ infectious diseases (MD, PhD, DM, MSc). It will also serve as a handy
reference for the practising medical microbiologists and virologists.
Highlights of the Third Edition
Ø Comprehensive revisions in all the text chapters.
Ø Addition of a separate section on viral syndromes and chapters on
antiviral drugs and hantavirus.
Ø Updated viral classification, epidemiology, pathogenesis,
clinical manifestations, laboratory diagnosis, prevention, including
vaccinations and management: All chapters have been thoroughly revised to
incorporate recent scientific advances.
Ø Enhanced coverage of emerging and re-emerging viral infections:
Newer information has been added on newly identified and resurgent pathogens.
Ø Updated molecular and serological diagnostic techniques:
Reflects advances in laboratory methods for accurate and rapid detection.
Ø Contemporary approaches to prevention and vaccination: Includes
recent developments in vaccine strategies and prophylactic measures.
Ø Expanded antiviral management strategies: Reflects the latest
therapeutic options and treatment protocols.
Ø Greater emphasis on practical aspects and patient care: Clinical
application, including real-world relevance, has been strengthened throughout
the text.
This
edition offers two entirely new sections, along with a comprehensive revision
of the entire content to keep pace with the rapidly changing field of medical
virology.
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