Infections of the Central Nervous System

Infections of the Central Nervous System – Pathology and Genetics is a complete clinical reference on CNS infections from the International Society of Neuropathology and the Pasteur Institute, Paris. This book contains an inclusive contents list of both common and rare disorders affecting the central nervous system. A team of internationally-recognized experts provide clinical, pathological and genetic information on a wide range of viral, bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and other infectious diseases.

Templated, easily-referenced chapters provide definitions, microbiological characteristics specific to the agent, information on genetics and pathogenesis, animal models, and treatment of each CNS infection. Clinical features presented include appropriate investigations—biochemistry, electrophysiology, CSF analysis, specific laboratory tests, and imaging—and important differential diagnosis.

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