Immunology is acquiring an increasing role in today's medical practice because a large and increasing number of patients suffer from the wide variety of allergic diseases. In addiction, the AIDS epidemic not only threatens an ever-widening range of people, but it also emphasizes the important role of a functioning immune system in maintaining health. During the 13th ICACI, distinguished scientists and physicians discussed a wide variety of new developments in the fields of allergy and immunology and their practical applications. This volume contains over 100 concise and readable reports, representing a broad review of recent results in the fields of allergology and clinical immunology.

This hefty volume presents studies from the most interesting symposia held during the 14th ICACI. The book is a goldmine of information, containing 131 scientific reports from the frontiers of allergology and clinical immunology research by the world's most renowned authorities. A useful resource for specialists in these fields, as well as to interested physicians and researchers.