About this book
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) was first identified half a century ago in 1956. Following its discovery, the virus soon became recognised as a major viral pathogen causing extensive outbreaks of respiratory tract infections in both the very young and in vulnerable adults. It is an unusual virus in that it can cause repeated reinfections throughout life. The topics covered within this volume are wide ranging in scope from the most basic molecular biology of the virus to the clinical picture of RSV in the developing world. The internationally recognised experts were invited not only to review the present state of knowledge but also to give their perspective on the current situation and to identify the gaps and future requirements for research in an effort to stimulate new cross-cutting approaches to tackle this major viral pathogen.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Preface
- Molecular Biology of Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Immunology of RSV
- Molecular Epidemiology and Evolution of RSV
- Genetic Susceptibility to RSV Disease
- Pathogenesis of RSV in Children
- RSV Infection in Elderly Adults
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Disease Burden in the Developing World
- Vaccines against Human Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Development of Antivirals against Respiratory Syncytial Virus
- Pneumonia Virus of Mice
- Colour Section
- List of Contributors
- Index
