Manson’s Tropical Diseases, 24th edition (PDF)

By Jeremy Farrar FRCP FMedAcSci DPhil OBE, Patricia J. Garcia MD MPH PhD, Peter J Hotez MD PhD FAAP FASTMH, Thomas Junghanss MD MSc PHDC (Lon), Gagandeep Kang MD PhD FRCPath FASc FAAM, David Lalloo MBBS MD FRCP FFTM RCPS(Glasg), Nicholas J. White OBE MD DSc FRCP F Med Sci FRS

Introduction: For over a century, physicians have turned to “Manson’s Tropical Diseases” for comprehensive clinical insights into the dynamic and intricate field of tropical medicine. The fully revised 24th Edition, led by Dr. Jeremy Farrar and a team of esteemed experts, offers the latest coverage on parasitic and infectious diseases across the globe. From challenging diagnoses to complex treatment, this highly readable and acclaimed reference equips medical professionals to effectively manage a spectrum of diseases.

Key Features: This edition presents a comprehensive guide to tropical medicine:

• Global Coverage: The book spans all aspects of tropical medicine, encompassing general medical practices in tropical regions, as well as non-clinical considerations such as public health and ethics.
• Practical Resource: An essential tool for physicians treating patients with tropical diseases, those traveling to tropical areas, and educators in this field.
• Contemporary Perspectives: Introduces a new section on 21st Century Drivers of Tropical Medicine, addressing crucial topics including Poverty and Inequality, Public Health in Conflict and Political Unrest, Climate Change, and Medical Product Quality and Public Health.
• Emerging Topics: New chapters are added on subjects such as Surgery in Tropical Regions, Yellow Fever, Systemic Mycoses, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Cutting-Edge Issues: Explores pertinent subjects like drug resistance, emerging and reemerging infections (Zika, Ebola, Chikungunya), novel diagnostic methods (PCR-based techniques, point-of-care tests), public health in conflict zones, and more.
• Resource-Focused Approach: Offers tailored approaches for settings with varying resource availability.
• User-Friendly Features: Reader-friendly elements include highlighted key information, convenient boxes and tables, extensive cross-referencing, and clinical management diagrams.
• eBook Inclusion: Purchase includes an eBook version, allowing digital access to text, figures, references, and interactive features like text search, customization, note-taking, highlights, and text-to-speech functionality.

Target Audience: This book is essential for a diverse range of medical professionals:

• Physicians treating tropical diseases
• Medical practitioners traveling to tropical regions
• Educators and researchers in tropical medicine

Conclusion: “Manson’s Tropical Diseases, 24th Edition” stands as a cornerstone reference for the field of tropical medicine. With its comprehensive coverage, contemporary insights, and user-friendly features, this book equips medical professionals to address a wide range of parasitic and infectious diseases. From practical clinical guidance to in-depth discussions of emerging challenges, this book remains a vital resource for both seasoned practitioners and those entering the field.

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 24th edition (October 23, 2023)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• eBook Digital ‏ : ‎ 1384 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0702079596
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0702079597