Pediatric Infectious Diseases: The Requisites in Pediatrics

by Bergelson, Jeffrey M., M.D.; Shah, Samir S., M.D.; Zaoutis, Theoklis E., M.D.

• ISBN13: 9780323020411
• ISBN10: 0323020410
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-04-02
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Health Science div

Summary

This new volume in the Requisites in Pediatrics series offers expert advice in the assessment and treatment of infectious diseases in children. An emphasis on common conditions enables you to address the cases youre most likely to encounter, and discussions of unusual infections helps you determine when to seek additional information or consultation. It delivers all this information designed in a way that compliments your practice and in the proven high-yield Requisites formatequipping you to master the material quickly. Perfect for quick review, everyday practice, and exam preparation, this is one resource youll consult time and time again! Examines infections in terms of their effects on specific body sites or organs to mirror how diagnoses are often made in real practice. Highlights infections in specific patient populations including newborns, transplant patients, travelers, and children with HIV to equip you to address special scenarios. Discusses immunization and basic infection control in doctors offices and child-care facilities to reduce the risk of the spread of infections. Presents chapters on fevers of unknown origin and febrile syndromes characterized by rashes to prepare you for difficult-to-diagnose cases. Summarizes basic information and vocabulary concerning microorganisms and antimicrobials essential for the interpretation of laboratory reports. Follows a logical, consistent chapter format to facilitate quick and easy reference. Offers practice-proven guidance on differential diagnoses, lab values / radiologic studies, treatment / therapy recommendations, and advice on when to refer to a specialist. Features a wealth of illustrations and tables that make details clearer, and illuminate important information. Includes highlighted boxes that emphasize relevant case studies key points of each section current controversies and other important topics that can affect your practice.

Table of Contents

Basic Microbiology and Basics of Antimicrobial Therapy	p. 1
Mechanisms of Pediatric Bacterial Disease	p. 3
Mechanisms of Pediatric Viral Disease	p. 12
Antibacterial Agents	p. 18
Antiviral Agents	p. 29
Antifungal Agents	p. 37
Specific Organ Systems	p. 49
Central Nervous System	p. 51
Meningitis	p. 53
Encephalitis	p. 59
Brain Abscess and Spinal Abscess	p. 62
Upper Respiratory Tract	p. 71
Eye Infections	p. 73
Acute Sinusitis and Acute Otitis Media	p. 85
Pharyngitis, Stomatitis, Peritonsillar, and Retropharyngeal Abscess	p. 96
Croup and Epiglottitis	p. 108
Pneumonia	p. 117
Bronchiolitis	p. 125
Cardiovascular System	p. 131
Endocarditis	p. 133
Myocarditis and Pericarditis	p. 139
Acute Rheumatic Fever	p. 145
Gastrointestinal Tract	p. 155
Gastroenteritis	p. 157
Hepatitis, Pancreatitis, and Cholecystitis	p. 169
Peritonitis and Intra-abdominal Abscess	p. 180
Genitourinary Tract	p. 189
Urinary Tract Infection	p. 191
Sexually Transmitted Diseases	p. 198
Skin and Soft Tissue Infections	p. 209
Cellulitis and Myositis	p. 211
Lymphadenopathy and Lymphadenitis	p. 216
Bone and Joint Infections	p. 229
Infectious Arthritis	p. 231
Osteomyelitis	p. 237
Children with Fever	p. 243
Fever in the Infant and Toddler	p. 245
Fever and Rash	p. 251
Fever of Unknown Origin (FUO) and Recurrent Fever	p. 266
Special Problems	p. 275
Congenital Infections	p. 277
Perinatal Infection and the Febrile Newborn	p. 284
Infection in the Immunocompromised Child	p. 297
The Evaluation and Management of Pediatric HIV Infection	p. 310
Infections in Travelers and Adoptees from Abroad	p. 322
Device-Related Infections	p. 331
Evaluation of Children with Recurrent Infections	p. 338
Biological Terrorism	p. 351
Infections in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit 363
Prevention of Infection	p. 371
Vaccines	p. 373
Epidemiology and Infection Prevention and Control	p. 385
The Clinical Microbiology Laboratory	p. 393
Index	p. 407
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