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     In 2002 there were an estimated 5 million new HIV infections, bringing the total number of people world-wide  living with HIV/AIDS to 42 million.  Since its discovery in 1983, the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) has been the subject of an unprecedented research effort, leading to many breakthroughs, disappointments, debates and new challenges.

     The second volume of the Human Virus Guides series presents a clear, up-to-the-minute analysis of HIV, including its molecular biology, pathogenesis, epidemiology, and transmission, and provides comprehensive coverage of current prevention and therapeutic strategies, including the management of drug resistance.  The authors provide a lucid account of current knowledge, highlighting areas of debate and potential future progress.  Imaginatively presented to bridge the gap between primary literature and expensive reference books, this guide is an excellent introduction for students and an indispensable reference guide for scientists and clinicians.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1.     Discovery and Classification of HIV

Chapter 2.     Structure and Organization of HIV

Chapter 3.     Viral Replication

Chapter 4.     Viral Pathogenesis

Chapter 5.     Transmission and Epidemiology

Chapter 6.     Prevention of HIV Infection

Chapter 7.     HIV Vaccine Research and Development

Chapter 8.     Factors Influencing the Natural History of HIV Infection

Chapter 9.     Clinical Manifestations of HIV Infection

Chapter 10.   Antiretroviral Therapy 1:  Principles and Current Practice

Chapter 11.   Antiretroviral Therapy 2:  Emergence and Patterns of HIV Drug Resistance

Chapter 12.   Antiretroviral Therapy 3:  HIV Resistance Testing in Clinical Management

Chapter 13.   Immune-Based Therapeutic Strategies

Chapter 14.   Treatment and Prophylaxis of Opportunistic Infections in AIDS

Chapter 15.   HIV in the Community and Workplace

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