ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

During the past year important studies on the incident and aetiology of acute respiratory infections have been published emphasizing the high incidence and diverse aetiology in children. Probabilities of diagnosing these infections are increasing, especially with the use of the polymerase chain reaction, which can, for example, be used for diagnosis of pertussis. Several vaccines against respiratory pathogens, notably pertussis, pneumococci, non-typeableHaemophilus influenzae,respiratory synctical virus, influenza and parainfluenza have entered, or are close to entering, safety and immunogenicity studies in children.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Cystic fibrosis is a multisystem disorder affecting ductal systems lined by epithelial cells. Consequently, the disease affects the lungs, gastrointestinal tract, pancreas, hepatobiliary tree, endocrine and sweat glands and the reproductive system. However, mortality and morbidity are dominated by the relentless progression of pulmonary infection with current median survival only into the third decade of life. The management of pulmonary disease is directed at the two main bacterial pathogensPseudomonas aeruginosaandPseudomonas cepaciaand the accompanying complex, self-damaging inflammatory host responses to both these organisms. This article will focus on these crucial issues of which greater understanding and improved treatment will improve survival for cystic fibrosis patients.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Influenza poses a continuing threat to humankind. Existing influenza vaccines are most beneficial to those with chronic medical conditions, and although they reduce influenza infections and complications, the protection offered is incomplete and the vaccine is under-utilized. The available data support a greater utilization of vaccine and new vaccine developments.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

New methods for identifying mycoplasma, chlamydia and coxiella are being developed. Preliminary laboratory results are promising, but different technical and clinical problems need to be solved. Epidemiological studies indicate the relevance of these microorganisms; however, their precise pathogenic role in respiratory infections need further evaluation.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Streptococcus pneumoniae prevails as the most common pathogen of community-acquired pneumonia. In bacteremic disease, case fatality rates average 20% and they approach 40% in older people, especially those with underlying diseases. Pneumococcal serotypes exhibiting decreased sensitivity to penicillin or resistance to other antibiotics complicate its treatment. Polysaccharide vaccine can prevent serious infection in immunocompetent people.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

The re-emergence of tuberculosis as a global problem and the range of different national and local manifestations of this problem are highlighted. Guidelines to reduce transmission of infection, molecular techniques to track the distribution fo infection and a range of approaches for more rapid diagnosis of infection have been developed. Ultimately, however, the application of a combination of new technology as well as older tried and trusted approaches will be necessary if the recent increases in this disease are to be stemmed.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Dermatoses are common features of all stages of HIV infection. They may be caused by infection, neoplastic disorders, or be immunologic in origin. As immunodeficiency progresses there is a tendency for the appearance of many dermatoses to become atypical often requiring biopsy to make the diagnosis. There has been a further refinement of both anti-infective treatent as well as antineoplastic therapy, which have improved the outlook for sufferers. Many intriguing hypotheses exist concerning the pathogenesis of Kaposi's sarcoma, the hope is that further elucidation will bring about a more successful treatment.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

This review considers the latest information concerning group B streptococcal cellulitis-adenitis, streptococcus-associated toxic shock, perineal ecthyma gangrenosum, infected atopic dermatitis, soft tissue infection and abscesses, impetigo,Haemophilus influenzaetype-B bacteraemia, viral warts in atopic dermatitis, erythema multiforme and herpes simplex virus infections, tinea capitis and oral mucous membrane disease of childhood.

ISSN:0951-7375    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1994

数据来源: OVID