Hepatitis C
eBook - PDF

Hepatitis C

  1. 493 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

Hepatitis C

About this book

The anticipated encore volume of the Biomedical Research Reports Series, Hepatitis C is the first book that offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of this "silent epidemic." The subject matter ranges from basic science to clinical medicine, with contributions from more than 30 international experts in the field. This important new book details the hepatitis C virus and the disease that it causes, including its prevalence, means of spread, symptoms, complications, natural history, prevention, and therapy.The editors, T. Jake Liang, M.D., and Jay H. Hoofnagle, M.D., are both hepatologists and clinical and laboratory researchers who are well known leaders in the hepatitis field. Their team of authors provide the latest information on key issues such as the role of hepatitis C in liver cancer and evolving therapy for hepatitis C, including special subgroups of patients such as children, patients with renal failure, patients undergoing liver transplantation, and patients with HIV coinfection. The book also addresses future directions in antiviral therapy of hepatitis C and the real challenges of developing a vaccine. Hepatitis C is the integrated reference book for all researchers, clinicians, and students dealing with this troubling virus.Key Features* Provides comprehensive coverage of hepatitis C, ranging from basic science to clinical application* Includes contributions from more than 30 international experts in the field* Supplies current recommendations on management of hepatitis C* Designed in an easy-to-use format with consistent organization* Includes extensive illustrations

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Table of contents

  1. Front Cover
  2. Hepatitis C: Biomedical Research Reports
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Contents
  5. Chapter 1. Molecular Biology of Hepatitis C Virus
  6. Chapter 2. Hepatitis C: Viral Markers and Quasispecies
  7. Chapter 3. Hepatitis C Virus Genotypes
  8. Chapter 4. Acute Hepatitis C
  9. Chapter 5. Natural History of Hepatitis C
  10. Chapter 6. Pathology of Hepatitis C
  11. Chapter 7. Humoral Response to Hepatitis C Virus
  12. Chapter 8. Immunopathogenesis of Hepatitis C
  13. Chapter 9. Epidemiology of Hepatitis C
  14. Chapter 10. Worldwide Prevalence and Prevention of Hepatitis C
  15. Chapter 11. Therapy of Chronic Hepatitis C
  16. Chapter 12. Hepatitis C and Cirrhosis
  17. Chapter 13. Hepatitis C and Hepatocellular Carcinoma
  18. Chapter 14. Hepatitis C and Liver Transplantation
  19. Chapter 15. Mixed Cryoglobulinemia and Other Extrahepatic Manifestations of Hepatitis C Virus Infection
  20. Chapter 16. Hepatitis C Virus and Human Immunodeficiency Virus Coinfection
  21. Chapter 17. Hepatitis C and Renal Disease
  22. Chapter 18. Chronic Hepatitis C and Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
  23. Chapter 19. Hepatitis C Virus Infection and Alcohol
  24. Chapter 20. Hepatitis C in Children
  25. Chapter 21. Hepatitis C and Pregnancy
  26. Chapter 22. Hepatitis C and Iron
  27. Chapter 23. Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Hepatitis C
  28. Chapter 24. Development of Novel Therapies for Hepatitis C
  29. Chapter 25. Hepatitis C Vaccines
  30. Index
  31. Color Plate Section