Immunology for Surgeons

Immunology is a rapidly developing subject. The contributors in this book present some components of immunological knowledge which relate to the present and the possible future practice of surgery. Aspects of cellular and humoral immunity necessary for understanding are described and considera­ tion...

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Castro, J.E. (Editor)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht Springer Netherlands 1976, 1976
Edition:1st ed. 1976
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Collection: Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • 1. Introduction
  • 2. Antibodies and Complement
  • 3. Mechanisms Underlying Immunological Diseases
  • 4. The Assessment of Immune Status
  • 5. Immunodiagnosis and Prognosis
  • 6. Immunogenetics of Tissue Rejection
  • 7. Allograft Reaction
  • 8. Immunosuppression
  • 9. Enhancement and Tolerance
  • 10. Diagnosis of Allograft Rejection
  • 11. Clinical Organ Transplantation
  • 12. Tumour Immunology
  • 13. Approaches to the Immunological Treatment of Tumours
  • 14. Immunotherapy of Human Tumours