Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of serum therapy, a revolutionary treatment method developed to combat specific infectious diseases. Originating with the pioneering work on diphtheria and tetanus, serum therapy involves administering serums derived from animals immunized against particular pathogens. The author traces the evolution of this approach, discussing the theories of immunity proposed by Metchnikoff and Ehrlich, and outlining the general principles and procedures involved in serum production and administration. The book highlights the distinction between antitoxic serums, which neutralize toxins, and antimicrobic serums, which directly target microorganisms. It also examines the challenges and complexities of selecting appropriate animals for immunization and optimizing immunization methods. The author offers insights into the mechanisms of action of therapeutic serums, emphasizing their specificity and the importance of matching the serum to the target pathogen. The book concludes by underscoring the significance of serum therapy as a major advancement in infectious disease treatment, providing a deeper understanding of its historical roots, theoretical underpinnings, and practical applications. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781334737220_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334737220
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334737220
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)