Search Results - "Infectious disease clinics of North America"

Human Monkeypox: Epidemiologic and Clinical Characteristics, Diagnosis, and Prevention by Petersen, Eskild, Kantele, Anu, Koopmans, Marion, Asogun, Danny, Yinka-Ogunleye, Adesola, Ihekweazu, Chikwe, Zumla, Alimuddin

“…Recently, concern has been raised about the emergence of human monkeypox virus and the occasionally severe clinical presentation bearing resemblance to that of…”
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Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome: Historical, Epidemiologic, and Clinical Features by Hui, David S C, Zumla, Alimuddin

“…Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus (SARS-CoV), emerged from China and rapidly spread worldwide. Over 8098 people fell ill and 774 died before the…”
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The Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) by Azhar, Esam I., Hui, David S.C., Memish, Ziad A., Drosten, Christian, Zumla, Alimuddin

“…The Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a novel lethal zoonotic disease of humans caused by the MERS coronavirus (MERS-CoV). Although MERS is endemic to…”
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Cryptococcosis by Maziarz, Eileen K., MD, Perfect, John R., MD

“…Cryptococcosis is an invasive mycosis caused by pathogenic encapsulated yeasts in the genus Cryptococcus. Cryptococcus gained prominence as a pathogen capable…”
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Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in the Community: Trends and Lessons Learned by van Duin, David, Paterson, David L

“…Multidrug resistant (MDR) bacteria are one of the most important threats to public health. Typically, MDR bacteria are associated with nosocomial infections…”
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Candidemia and Invasive Candidiasis by McCarty, Todd P., White, Cameron M., Pappas, Peter G.

“…Invasive candidiasis (IC) is a collective term that refers to a group of infectious syndromes caused by a variety of species of Candida, 6 of which cause most…”
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Urinary tract infection syndromes: occurrence, recurrence, bacteriology, risk factors, and disease burden by Foxman, Betsy

“…Urinary tract infection (UTI) is one of the most common bacterial infections, accounting for 0.9% of all ambulatory visits in the United States. This review…”
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Aspergillosis: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment by Cadena, Jose, Thompson, 3rd, George R, Patterson, Thomas F

“…The spectrum of disease produced by Aspergillus species ranges from allergic syndromes to chronic pulmonary conditions and invasive infections. Invasive…”
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Strongyloidiasis: A Neglected Tropical Disease by Krolewiecki, Alejandro, Nutman, Thomas B

“…Most of the 30 to 100 million people infected with Strongyloides stercoralis have subclinical (or asymptomatic) infections. These infections are commonly…”
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Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in the Community: An Update by van Duin, David, Paterson, David L

“…Multidrug-resistant bacteria are among the most important current threats to public health. Typically, they are associated with nosocomial infections. However,…”
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Antifungal Agents: Spectrum of Activity, Pharmacology, and Clinical Indications by Nett, Jeniel E, Andes, David R

“…The currently available antifungal therapies vary significantly in terms of spectrum of activity, pharmacologic properties, toxicity, and potential for…”
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Aminoglycoside Resistance: The Emergence of Acquired 16S Ribosomal RNA Methyltransferases by Doi, Yohei, Wachino, Jun-Ichi, Arakawa, Yoshichika

“…Aminoglycoside-producing Actinobacteria are known to protect themselves from their own aminoglycoside metabolites by producing 16S ribosomal RNA…”
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Chikungunya: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Clinical Features, Management, and Prevention by Vairo, Francesco, Haider, Najmul, Kock, Richard, Ntoumi, Francine, Ippolito, Giuseppe, Zumla, Alimuddin

“…Chikungunya, a zoonotic disease caused by the Chikungunya virus (CHIKV), is transmitted by infected Aedes spp mosquitoes. CHIKV has now spread to more than 100…”
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Epidemiology of Lyme Disease by Mead, Paul S., MD, MPH

“…Lyme disease is the most common vector-borne illness in North America and Europe. The etiologic agent, Borrelia burgdorferi sensu lato, is transmitted to…”
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American Trypanosomiasis (Chagas Disease) by Echeverria, Luis E., MD, Morillo, Carlos A., MD, FRCPC, FESC, FHRS

“…American trypanosomiasis is caused by a parasite endemic of the Americas. Current migration has globalized Chagas disease. Acute infection usually resolves…”
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Viral Hepatitis: Etiology, Epidemiology, Transmission, Diagnostics, Treatment, and Prevention by Lanini, Simone, Ustianowski, Andrew, Pisapia, Raffaella, Zumla, Alimuddin, Ippolito, Giuseppe

“…Viral hepatitis is a major global public health problem affecting hundreds of millions of people and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality…”
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Histoplasmosis by Wheat, Lawrence J., MD, Azar, Marwan M., MD, Bahr, Nathan C., MD, Spec, Andrej, MD, Relich, Ryan F., MD, PhD, D(ABMM), MLS(ASCP) SM, Hage, Chadi, MD

“…Although histoplasmosis is highly endemic in certain regions of the Americas, disease may be seen globally and should not be overlooked in patients with…”
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Resistance to Novel β-Lactam-β-Lactamase Inhibitor Combinations: The "Price of Progress" by Papp-Wallace, Krisztina M, Mack, Andrew R, Taracila, Magdalena A, Bonomo, Robert A

“…Significant advances were made in antibiotic development during the past 5 years. Novel agents were added to the arsenal that target critical priority…”
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Visceral Leishmaniasis: Recent Advances in Diagnostics and Treatment Regimens by van Griensven, Johan, Diro, Ermias

“…Diagnostic advances in visceral leishmaniasis include the development of the rK39 and rK28 rapid diagnostic test. The direct agglutination test is also…”
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Prosthetic Joint Infection Update by Beam, Elena, MD, Osmon, Douglas, MD

“…Prosthetic joint infection occurs in a minority of arthroplasties performed; however, it brings a large burden to both the individual and society in terms of…”
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