Tuberculous Meningitis: A Comprehensive Manual for Diagnosis and Therapy

Authored by renowned expert Jerome Chin, this exhaustive manual focuses on the most common and deadliest manifestation of tuberculosis affecting the central nervous system (CNS) – tuberculous meningitis. The book provides clinicians and researchers with up-to-date reviews of the diagnosis, treatment, and management of this devastating disease in both adults and children.

Comprehensive Guidance for Diagnosis and Treatment

The manual offers extensive guidance for treating drug-sensitive and drug-resistant tuberculosis and tuberculous meningitis, equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge to develop effective strategies for diagnosis and treatment. The book covers:

• Clinical and neuroimaging features of tuberculous meningitis
• Laboratory methods for detecting Mycobacterium tuberculosis
• International and national guidelines for the treatment of tuberculosis and tuberculous meningitis

Insights from International Experts

This valuable resource features contributions from international experts from countries most affected by tuberculosis, providing insights into:

• Immunopathology of tuberculous meningitis
• Epidemiology of tuberculosis and its impact on global health

Published by Elsevier Science in April 2020, this comprehensive manual is an essential resource for clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals seeking to improve their understanding and management of tuberculous meningitis.

Book Details:

• Language: English
• ISBN: 9780128188255 (Hardcover), 9780128188262 (E-book)