Chlamydia Pneumoniae: Infection and Disease

By Herman Friedman

Book Overview

Chlamydia pneumoniae is a bacteria that is most commonly known for causing colds and pneumonia. However, researchers have recently found a link between C. pneumoniae and atherosclerosis, a clogging of the arteries that causes heart attack and stroke. In addition, ongoing research is showing that certain strains may play a role in asthma, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, and arthritis. This volume, part of the Infectious Agents and Pathogenesis series, is a complete portrait of C. pneumoniae and what is currently known about it.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0306484870
• ISBN13: 9780306484872
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"