Leprosy: A Practical Guide - Couverture souple

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 884705639X ISBN 13 : 9788847056398

Editeur : Springer, 2014

Synopsis

Leprosy (Hansen’s disease) is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It is one of the most disabling disorders in developing countries, with a peak incidence in the tropics and subtropics. With globalization, leprosy is now increasingly spreading to the western world. The impact of this infectious disorder is relevant for the human community due to its transmissible nature, and also important for the individual because of its debilitating consequences. Leprosy is a multifaceted systemic disease with variable presentation and clinical picture. Its identification may therefore not be straightforward, especially outside endemic areas. During its chronic course, leprosy is characterized by acute phases during which there may be exacerbation of symptoms and rapid progression of damage. When leprosy affects the eyes, nerves, and kidneys, it can represent a true medical emergency. The aim of this book is to make the reader familiar with the characteristic signs of disease, including abnormalities of the skin, nerves, eyes, hands, feet, testes, and bone. Early identification of the disease is critical to prevent patient disability and establish appropriate therapy. Emphasis will be given to the current diagnostic tools to identify and quantify the organ damage, including electrophysiology, ultrasonography, magnetic resonance imaging, laboratory tests, and histopathology. Specific topics such as leprosy and pregnancy, leprosy and HIV infection, epidemiology, and leprosy control will also be covered.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This volume familiarizes readers with the signs of leprosy, covering abnormalities of the skin, nerves, eyes, hands, feet, testes, and bone. The text emphasizes current diagnostic tools to identify and quantify organ damage, including electrophysiology, ultrasonography, and more.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Springer
• Date d'édition: 2014
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 884705639X
• ISBN 13: 9788847056398
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 404
• Éditeur: Nunzi Enrico, Massone Cesare
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