This book provides information in the diagnosis, treatment,prevention and epidemiology of STD pathogens. Amongst the diseasesinvestigated are those associated with Chlamydia trachomatis,Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum, Trichomonas vaginalis,Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Treponema pallidum, genital herpes viruses, andretrovirus --- agent of AIDS.
A careful evaluation of enzyme immunoassays and monoclonal antibodiesfor rapid diagnosis of STD micro-organisms is included, as well as workon the efficacy and tolerance of the drugs used in STD treatment.Chronic and recurrent infections, and their role in causing sterilityand complications during pregnancy, are also discussed.
Advances in Sexually Transmitted Diseases will be of value andinterest to all those involved in the research and treatment of sexuallytransmitted diseases.
1986; x+228 pages ISBN 90-6764-059-X Price (all prices are subject to change without notice): EUR 104/US$ 149
