Patricia Cane
Description
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) was first identified half a century ago in 1956. Following its discovery, the virus soon became recognised
as a major viral pathogen causing extensive outbreaks of respiratory tract infections in both the very young and in vulnerable adults.
It is an unusual virus in that it can cause repeated reinfections throughout life. The topics covered within this volume are wide ranging
in scope from the most basic molecular biology of the virus to the clinical picture of RSV in the developing world. The internationally
recognised experts were invited not only to review the present state of knowledge but also to give their perspective on the current situation
and to identify the gaps and future requirements for research in an effort to stimulate new cross-cutting approaches to tackle this major
viral pathogen.
Included in series
Perspectives in Medical Virology
Audience:
Virologists, respiratory practitioners, thoracic and pulmonary physicians, molecular biologists
