Herpes Zoster and Postherpetic Neuralgia (Pain Research and Clinical Management) [Hardcover]

C. Peter N. Watson (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1993 | ISBN-10: 0444892710 | ISBN-13: 978-0444892713

This work provides, in a single volume, up-to-date knowledge about every aspect of varicella zoster virus, herpes zoster and postherpetic neuralgia. The first edition of this book, published in 1993, received wide acclaim. In this new edition, Dr. Watson and Dr. Gershon are joined by outstanding authorities on the multiple facets of these diseases. This book encompasses the impressive amount of knowledge which has been accumulated in recent years and enriches the knowledge not only about this particular syndrome but about chronic pain in general. It is a valuable contribution to the literature on pain which deals with all the basic scientific information on the acute and chronic stages of herpes zoster as well as the recent exciting developments in the treatment of this affliction. Clinicians, scientists and caregivers involved in the management of patients suffering from herpes zoster and varicella zoster will find this book an important resource.

Editorial Reviews

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Books of this kind are indispensable tools in the hands of the psysician who tries to understand a particular disease... -- The Pain Clinic

I recommend this book to any physician or nurse who is interested in pain management and research. It is probably one of the most comprehensive texts on the subject and should be part of a library collection. -- The Clinical Journal of Japan

Product Details

• Hardcover: 286 pages
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Ltd (August 1, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0444892710
• ISBN-13: 978-0444892713
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• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,806,850 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)