DOI: 10.1097/01.wno.0000263227.80579.fc
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Issn Print: 1070-8022
Publication Date: 2007/03/01
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Excerpt
Scope: This is designed to be an encyclopedic or comprehensive text for those involved in the clinical care or research in AIDS.
Strengths: This 800-page treatise covers basic biology and immunology, mechanisms of neurotoxicity, HIV-1 dementia encephalopathy, and clinical and pathologic features, but not particularly neuro-ophthalmologic aspects. However, it is priceless in its critical review of diagnostic options, including imaging and laboratory studies and medical therapy. Antiretroviral strategies are summarized for children and adults.
Weaknesses: Animal model systems probably have minimal interest to the clinician and are well known to researchers. Neuropsychologic, social, legal, ethical, and behavioral aspects may be of less interest to physicians but will be very helpful to other staff and family members of AIDS patients.
Recommended Audience: This book would be of interest to those who deal with AIDS patients on any level. AIDS patients and their family members or significant others will welcome this comprehensive resource.
Critical Appraisal: This is a marvelous, ready reference book. The scientific reviews of disease presentations, evaluations, and treatments will appeal to patients and to caregivers of all sorts. The book is unusual in its attention to the humane aspects of dealing with the disease.
