"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.

Improve your recognition of physical signs of infectious disease with the help of this lavishly illustrated, accessible guide. Mosby's COLOR ATLAS AND TEXT OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE gives a simple account of each disease accompanied by first-class, color photographs. Chapters cover general principles, infections by body system, generalized infections, and infections of particular patient types (eg. the immunocompromised and the neonate). Succinct, to-the-point coverage is given to clinical manifestation, prognosis and principles of management. * Nearly 500 full-color photographs accurately depict the clinical appearance of infectious diseases * Reflects real life experience by concentrating on infections most often treated in clinical practice * Clinical and symptom discussions ensure book is helpful in clinical practice * Provides an accessible overview for use as a quick reference or as a review tool * Covers topics succinctly and efficiently * Suggested readings refer you to even more useful information

Infectious diseases may be encountered in nearly every aspect of pathology. This atlas provides an informative reference for the identification of the common and esoteric pathogens, presenting in a wide array of specimen types. The focus of the presented images is on the hematoxylin and eosin-stained appearances of these infections and highlight common special stains that can be used to aid in the diagnosis of the infectious agent. Where appropriate, commentary regarding additional testing such as immunohistochemistry and molecular-based methods is supplied. The Atlas of Infectious Disease Pathology is organized primarily by pathogen type followed by discussion of the various manifestations that may occur in individual organ systems. The reader will be provided with a comprehensive overview of the histopathology of the majority of infectious diseases encountered in general and subspecialty practice alike.