The new edition of this textbook provides an up-to-date overview of
the most important parasites in humans and their potential vectors.
Climate change and globalization steadily favor the opportunities
for parasites to thrive. These challenges call for up-to-date
information on pathogen transmission routes and timely preventive
measures. For each parasite, this book offers a concise summary in
eleven sections: 1. Naming 2. Geographic distribution and
epidemiology 3. Morphology, biology and life cycle 4. Disease
symptoms 5. Diagnosis 6. Infection pathways 7. Prophylaxis 8.
Incubation period 9. Prepatency 10. Patency 11. Therapeutic options
Numerous tables, diagrams and over 200 colorful illustrations
highlight the main aspects of parasitic infestations and present
suitable control measures. Moreover, 60 questions help to test
readers’ theoretical knowledge of the field. Readers can
additionally download the free Springer Nature Flashcards App and
benefit from the digital study questions. In short, this work is
highly recommended for anyone looking to delve into the field of
human parasitology. It is intended for students of biology and
human medicine, medical doctors, pharmacists and laboratory staff
alike. Furthermore, persons who plan to visit or live longer in
endemic regions will find essential information on necessary
preventive and control measurements.
General
| Imprint: |
Springer International Publishing AG
|
| Country of origin: |
Switzerland |
| Release date: |
October 2023 |
| First published: |
2023 |
| Authors: |
Heinz Mehlhorn
|
| Dimensions: |
235 x 155mm (L x W) |
| Edition: |
2nd ed. 2023 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-3-03-141704-7 |
| Subtitles: |
German
|
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
3-03-141704-6 |
| Barcode: |
9783031417047 |
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