Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome

Author: Wang Yumei Chen Suliang
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Publish Date: 2004-07-01
Features: The book consists of twenty-one chapters:
Chapter 1: Facing the Challenge of Emerging Infectious Diseases;
Chapter 2: The Discovery Process of SARS;
Chapter 3: Pathology;
Chapter 4: Epidemiology;
Chapter 5: Pathogenesis and Pathological Changes;
Chapter 6: Clinical Aspects;
Chapter 7: Imaging;
Chapter 8: Laboratory Tests;
Chapter 9: Laboratory Infection and Biosafety;
Chapter 10: Diagnosis and Differential Diagnosis;
Chapter 11: Principles of Treatment;
Chapter 12: Overview of Prevention and Control;
Chapter 13: Disinfection of SARS;
Chapter 14: SARS Outbreak Monitoring;
Chapter 15: Monitoring Information System;
Chapter 16: Field Epidemiological Investigation of SARS;
Chapter 17: Long-Term Mechanisms and Emergency Plans;
Chapter 18: Hospital Infection Control;
Chapter 19: Basic Hygiene Requirements and Guidelines for SARS Protection in Key Areas and Populations;
Chapter 20: SARS Crisis and the Media;
Chapter 21: Experiences and Lessons Learned.
During the writing process, the authors referred to a large number of domestic and international scientific and technical materials and latest research findings, incorporating current policies and technical requirements for combating SARS both domestically and internationally into the book. Most of the authors in the writing team have firsthand experience in fighting SARS and have been on the front lines. Several chapters reflect their personal insights and experiences. The book emphasizes scientific rigor, practicality, and readability, making it an important reference for professionals and health officials in various medical institutions, disease prevention and control agencies, and health administration departments.