Description

This comprehensive, up-to-date reference book is intended to serve as the standard guide in the field. It covers the epidemiology and etiology of the various sexually transmitted infections and associated diseases, reviews novel diagnostic methods, and discusses in depth both new and established treatment methods. An important part of the book is devoted to prevention and particularly to immunoprevention by vaccination. Related issues such as sexual abuse, psychosocial aspects, and economic and political considerations are also included. The expertise of many worldwide renowned specialists and superb color illustrations make this book a valuable resource for practitioners from a variety of medical disciplines

Table Content

Part I Basic Elements

Part II Bacterial Infections

Part III Viral Infections

Part IV Ectoparasites

Part V Protozoan Infections

Part VI Fungal Infections

Part VII Std and Travel Medicine

Part VIII Therapeutic Challenges

Part IX Prevention and Vaccines

Part X Laboratorial Diagnosis

Part XI Special Aspects of Stis And Stds in Comparison to Other Conditions

Part XII Psychosocial Issues 

Index