Textbook of Tuberculosis

Descriptions

This book opens with a comprehensive content page which is subdivided into 6 sections. Each section is unique as it covers different aspects of tuberculosis like introduction, laboratory diagnosis, clinical features, management and prevention. Special stress has been laid on the inclusion of new topics like science of TB vaccine , laboratory diagnosis and treatment of drug resistant TB , Nanotechnology in TB and National Tuberculosis Elimination Program (NTEP) and how it evolved from Revised National Tuberculosis Program. Of note, the detailed explanation of molecular tests in the diagnosis of tuberculosis, with special attention on DNA polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing was addressed. Currently, PCR technique is the cornerstone for cartridge based nucleic acid amplification test (CBNAAT), the most widely used point of care diagnostic test in the world. In addition, the evolution of COVID-19 pandemic situation and its effect on TB in India is beautifully covered. On the other hand, chapters specifically focussing on extra pulmonary tuberculosis and its management have been clearly illustrated from a holistic viewpoint for the accurate understanding and application of the reader. Primarily this book aims to give the readers an easy understanding of a complex disease and to serve them to adequately apply the concepts while dealing with TB cases. In addition, this book also serves to enrich the knowledge of undergraduate and postgraduate students in tackling complicated practical questions. Recent advances have been highlighted with special emphasis on ongoing research. The authors of this book firmly believe that this edition is completely updated and serves the purpose of fulfilling the lacunae that exist between theoretical knowledge and practical application that eventually benefit patient care.

Specifications

ISBN	9789354660184
Published Year	2022
Binding	Paperback
Subject	Allergy & Infectious Disease
Pages	660
Weight	1.4 (In Kg)
Dimension	22 × 3.5 × 28.7
Readership	PG & REF

About the Author

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Sunnam Satyasri

Sunnam Satyasri, MD (Internal Medicine, USA), MD (Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases), is an author and academician who has served as Professor and Head, Department of Respiratory Medicine, at Rangaraya Medical College, Kakinada (1991–2005), and at Alluri Sitarama Raju Academy of Medical Sciences (ASRAM), Eluru (2005–2017). After completing his MBBS from the prestigious Andhra Medical College in 1970, he went to the United States for residency training in Internal Medicine at Michigan State University, Michigan (1971–1974). He later returned to India and served as a Scientific Officer at the Tata Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai (1974–1977). He was awarded the first MD degree in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases in South India. He has published over 50 papers in national and international scientific journals. His passion for tuberculosis was first evident in 1993, when he published the first edition of his Textbook of Tuberculosis, which became widely popular among undergraduate and postgraduate students across India.

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N Usha Rani

N. Usha Rani, MBBS, MD (Respiratory Medicine), is currently Professor in the Department of Pulmonary Medicine at Malta Reddy Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, Telangana. She has over 20 years of teaching experience and has authored numerous papers published in indexed journals. She has received multiple accolades for co-authoring scientific papers presented at NAPCON and APTCCON. One of her notable roles includes serving as Chairperson of the Scientific Committee of APSACON 2018. Fondly known among her students as a “walking encyclopaedia,” she is deeply passionate about teaching and training undergraduate and postgraduate students in respiratory medicine.

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MD Badusha

M. D. Badusha, MBBS, MD (Respiratory Medicine), is a clinician, researcher, and educator, currently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Pulmonary Medicine at NRI Institute of Medical Sciences, Visakhapatnam. He has several publications in scientific journals and has a strong interest in research and precision medicine. He served as Director of the COVID ICU at Anil Neerukonda Hospital, Visakhapatnam. His innovative clinical thinking and compassionate care for underprivileged patients played a significant role in saving many lives during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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