Download or read book Lymphatic Pathology and Immunopathology in Filiariasis written by Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases. Scientific Working Group on Filariasis. Meeting and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lymphatic Pathology and Immunopathology in Filariasis Report of the Twelth Meeting of the Scientific Working Party on Filariasis written by and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lymphatic Filariasis written by D G Addiss and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2000-01-15 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first in a series dedicated to the understanding of tropical diseases. This volume examines the basic biology and clinical expression of lymphatic-dwelling filarial parasites, parasites affecting over 128 million people in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Although it is responsible for the disfiguring elephantiasis, infection with this parasite leads to a spectrum of clinical manifestations. The underlying pathogenetic mechanisms of infection, its epidemiology, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of this often devastating vector-borne diseases will be the focus of this book.
Download or read book The Filaria written by Thomas R. Klei and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2006-04-11 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filarial nematodes constitute and important group of human pathogens in tropical regions of the world. Diseases associated with these worms are generally separated into two categories: filariasis, caused by infections of lymphatic dwelling parasites and onchocerciasis, or river blindness, caused by infections of Onchocerca volvulus. Other filariae specifically infect humans and it is likely that zoonotic filarial infections may alter the outcome of infections with human parasites. The chapters in this book will cover concepts that, in most instances, overlap all of these parasites as well as focus on new and emerging ideas. The Filaria, volume five of World Class Parasites, is written for researchers, students and scholars who enjoy reading research that has a major impact on human health, or agricultural productivity, and against which we have no satisfactory defense. It is intended to supplement more formal texts that cover taxonomy, life cycles, morphology, vector distribution, symptoms and treatment. It integrates vector, pathogen and host biology and celebrates the diversity of approach that comprises modern parasitological research.
Download or read book Lymphatic Pathology and Immunopathology in Filariasis written by World Health Organization and published by . This book was released on with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lymphatic Filariasis written by Brij Kishore Tyagi and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-11-03 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) is a group of human and animal infectious diseases caused by nematode parasites of the order Filariidae. Often neglected, it is one of the oldest and the most debilitating tropical diseases (NTDs), transmitted from human to human by mosquitoes bites, particularly the brown black mosquito known as Culex quinquifasciatus. LF is a major public health problem in many parts of the tropics, especially India, which accounts for as much as 40% of total global cases. As a leading cause of permanent and long-term disability worldwide, the parasite infection imposes a severe physical and socioeconomic burden. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 1.4 billion people live in high-risk areas – 120 million of which are already infected with LF, including 22 million children below the age of 15 and about 76 million who suffer from damaged lymphatic and renal systems. India has made great strides toward eliminating the disease, and these advances are of global significance. They include early diagnosis mechanisms, vaccine product development, detection of parasites in the vector, and studies on parasite evolution trends in nature as warning signals. Reports on the successes and failures are needed to enable measures to be taken to avoid disaster and ensure a smooth transition from endemicity in India to the elimination of lymphatic filariasis by 2020. This book, which gathers highly original contributions on various subjects related to lymphatic filariasis, discusses the latest scientific research that will help the nation to achieve this milestone. It also serves as a guide to many other countries struggling against this highly debilitating and incapacitating disease.
Download or read book Lymphatic Filariasis written by Trilok Chandra Goel and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-12-21 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides up-to-date information on lymphatic filariasis supported with abundant images, tables and algorithms. It is a first such monograph on a disease that has varied presentations which are complete clinical entities, such as chyluria, hydrocele, elephantiasis, etc. This book consists of three parts, parasitology, acute clinical manifestations and chronic presentations of the disease. Approximately 120 million people are infected with lymphatic filariasis in tropical and subtropical countries. About a third of these suffer clinical consequences of this infection, and many are seriously disfigured. India, Indonesia and Nigeria are the most endemic countries in the world. In spite of Global Control Program of WHO, filariasis continues to be a significant medical challenge and current efforts underway will take a long time to bring it under control. Lymphatic Filariasis is meant for general surgeons, physicians, urologists and plastic surgeons, including the postgraduate students. Useful for epidemiologists, internists, and those involved in filariasis prevention programs.
Download or read book Lymphatic Pathology and Immunopathology in Filariasis written by Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases. Scientific Working Group on Filariasis and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lymphatic pathology and immunopathology in filariasis written by and published by . This book was released on 1985 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Immigrant Medicine E Book written by Patricia Frye Walker and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2007-10-25 with total page 783 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Immigrant Medicine is the first comprehensive guide to caring for immigrant and refugee patient populations. Edited by two of the best-known contributors to the growing canon of information about immigrant medicine, and written by a geographically diverse collection of experts, this book synthesizes the most practical and clinically relevant information and presents it in an easy-to-access format. An invaluable resource for front-line clinicians and other healthcare professionals, public health officials, and policy makers, Immigrant Medicine is destined to become the benchmark reference in this emerging field. Features expert guidance on data collection, legal, interpretive and social adjustment issues, as well as best practices in caring for immigrants to help you confidently manage all aspects of immigrant medicine. Includes detailed discussions on major depression, post traumatic stress disorder, and issues related to torture so you can effectively diagnose and treat common psychiatric issues. Covers international and new-arrival screening and immunizations offering you invaluable advice. Presents a templated diseases/disorders section with discussions on tuberculosis, hepatitis B, and common parasites that helps you easily manage the diseases and syndromes you are likely to encounter. Provides boxed features and tables, differential diagnoses, and treatment algorithms to help you absorb information at a glance.
Download or read book Immunity and Pathology of Lymphatic Filariasis in Cats written by and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Basic Lymphoedema Management written by Gerusa Dreyer and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Regional Network for Asian Schistosomiasis and Other Helminthic Zoonoses written by X. Zhou and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2019-09-15 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Regional Network for Asian Schistosomiasis and Other Helminthic Zoonoses, Volume 105, the latest release in the Advances in Parasitology series, captures the journey of RNAS+ from its early beginnings, to its current state, marking its accomplishments and impacts in research. Sections in this updated volume include Milestones of networking and global engagements for the RNAS+, Priorities and outcomes of collaborative researches for the RNAS+, Needs and coordination mechanism for capacity building by the RNAS+, Translational research and contributions to country control, Multi-disciplinary integration of networking through the RNAS+, Impact assessment of RNAS+ outcomes, and more. Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field of parasitology Contains contributions from leading authorities and industry experts Features reviews of more traditional areas, such as zoology, taxonomy and life history, all of which help to shape current thinking and applications
Download or read book Immunology of the Lymphatic System written by Laura Santambrogio and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-05-17 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will be a comprehensive study of the lymphatic system and its immunological role. It will begin with lymphatic capillaries, their origin and development. It will treat lymph circulation, in general, with a special emphasis on lymph circulation in parenchymal organs. The next section will address lymph nodes, subcortical circulation and the conduit system. It will discuss organs with no lymphatic system, such as the brain. Finally, it will cover lymph composition and cells in the lymph. While primarily basic research, the volume will touch upon elements of the clinical, as well, broadening its scope and appeal.
Download or read book Lymphatic Filariasis written by WHO Expert Committee on Filariasis and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With correction slip
Download or read book Cytokines Antibodies In Lymph Serum Of CP Patients With Filariasis written by Solomon Sudhakar Magapu and published by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lymphatic Filariasis is caused by thread-like parasitic worms which belong to the species Wuchereria bancrofti, Brugia malayi and B.Timori. Clinical disease appears later in life but sub-clinical damage starts at an early age. Lymphatic filariasis is a major cause of disability, social stigmatization, psychosocial and economic reductions in life opportunities, and is a major burden on health and hospital resources and social systems. Clinical spectrum has three kinds of patients, they are Endemic normal (EN) Chronic pathology (CP) and Microfilariamics (MF) EN patients elicit Th1, CP patients elicit both Th1 and Th2 and MF patients elicit Th2 immune response. Cytokines are small secreted proteins which mediate and regulate immunity, inflammation, and hematopoiesis. They must be produced de novo in response to an immune stimulus. They act by binding to specific membrane receptors, which then signal the cell via second messengers, often tyrosine kinases, to alter its behavior (gene expression). Samples such as the Lymphatic fluid and its corresponding Serum were collected from Chronic Pathology patients and a sequential analysis was performed for this study.
Download or read book The Lymphatic Fluid and T Cell Receptor V expression in Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells PBMCs of patients with Wuchereria Bancrofti Infection written by Magapu Solomon Sudhakar and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2011-12-15 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Doctoral Thesis / Dissertation from the year 2006 in the subject Medicine - Biomedical Engineering, grade: TEXTBOOK-PUBLICATION, Anna University (-), course: Ph.D.,, language: English, abstract: Lymphatic filariasis (LF) is a disease that is currently the target of a major global initiative for elimination.During the past decade, both the treatment and the control strategies for LF have undergone major paradigm shifts–due to rapid increase in knowledge and understanding of LF that is derived directly from a series of commendable progress made by scientific and medical research communities.In pursuit of understanding LF a disease to which a social stigma is attached, the chronic pathology (CP) of LF was taken as a model to understand the immunopathological mechanisms that lead to acute lymphangitis and lymphadenitis,in filarial infections, harboring Wuchereria bancrofti.It is a well established fact that elephantiasis is a consequence of immune-reactivity to adult worm antigens. Therefore,it was thought that T-cells infiltrating the lesions in chronic-pathology disease could augment for elevated inflammation seen in CP.An attempt was made to examine T cells by T Cell Receptor Vß analysis using parasite (BmA) and non parasite (PPD) antigen stimulated PBMC’s for RT PCR and agarose gel electrophoresis followed by Integrated Density Values(IDV),analysis which were further validated by Statistical analysis using One-Way ANOVA followed by Tukeys-HSD Test.Therefore,primers designed for specific 24 Vß gene families in the given repertoire were the choice for experimental analysis by PCR. Five CP cases and 5 Endemic Normals who were normal healthy individuals’ considered as controls,and also 2 Microfilaraemics, who are carriers of this disease were inducted into the current study. Specific T-Cell Receptors-TCRVβ1,TCRVβ2,TCRVβ7,TCRVβ14,TCRVβ20, TCRVβ24 which got overrepresented in the CP subjects when the PBMCs of these subjects came in contact with crude antigen of the parasite BmA in an In-Vitro culture system, but MF’s, do not show any overrepresentation for BmA under similar conditions. Similarly TCRVβ5.2 and TCRVβ11 are genes which were preferentially expressed out of TCRBV1-24 gene repertoire in EN upon stimulation with BmA. PPD seems to be a potential stimulator for MF’s. TCRBV21 of CP subjects was expressed high upon PPD stimulation along with EN in which batteries of receptors are expressed which does not carry any statistical significance.PHA stimulated and an unstimulated culture of PBMCs does not show any statistical significant difference in overrepresentation of TCRVβ1-24 genes with respect to EN and MF but PHA did showed significance with CP.
