"Visual recognition of presenting clinical signs is a vital component in the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases." "This book presents an impressive full-colour collection of the clinical manifestations of infectious diseases." "This fourth edition contains approximately 500 illustrations of the highest quality with explanatory text and captions. The instructive illustrations coupled with succinct captions ensure easy access to key issues relating to diagnosis." --Book Jacket.

This atlas represents a concise survey of clinical presentations of infectious diseases seen worldwide. New and expanded sections are: Mycobacterial Infections: Tuberculosis, Leprosy and Others; HIV Infection: Virology, Epidemiology, Clincial features including AIDS. These topics are covered in considerable depth and presented by colour pictures and concise text.