A comprehensive, definitive reference text directed toward the infectious disease practitioner. It covers the infectious diseases of childhood and is organized by syndrome as well as organism. Sections are meticulously edited to give the book a uniform, flowing style, and their content isfocused and clearly headlined. Features: * More clinically and therapeutically oriented to aid the practitioner in understanding problems, diagnosing correctly, and providing appropriate management * There is a generous use of figures and tables to deliver major points, offer quick review, and facilitate slide-making for lectures