1st Edition
COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 The Science and Clinical Application of Conventional and Complementary Treatments
Since the end of December 2019, the world has been battling with a global health emergency called COVID-19. This ongoing pandemic has claimed millions of lives worldwide and made a serious impact on global healthcare. The information and facts about the virus and the pandemic are constantly evolving, expanding and are present in a scattered manner. Above all, various rumors and false information are also spreading through word of mouth or social media in relation to the pandemic. In situations like this, it becomes hard for a common person as well as professionals to keep track of the fundamental concepts, ongoing scientific advancements and differentiate between the facts and myths.
COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2: The Science and Clinical Application of Conventional and Complementary Treatments covers the fundamental concepts regarding SARS-CoV-2 and COVID–19 as well as common concerns and issues ensuring optimal understanding of the latest basic science and clinical content. The comparative coverage of Conventional Medical Science with Complementary and Alternative Systems of Medicine in relation to the ongoing pandemic makes this book unique compared to other books available on COVID-19. Written in textbook format and in semi-technical style, it provides basic to advanced concepts and multidimensional clinical perspectives keeping in mind the diverse needs of academicians, researchers, students and common people.
Key Features:
- Contains simple, lucid and concise presentation of contents
- Emphasizes core knowledge and concepts
- Presents evidence based and up to date information from a multidisciplinary perspective
- Includes illustrations with good quality diagrams and colored photographs for ease of understanding
COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2 covers concepts and protocols from holistic perspective relating to core Molecular Biology of SARS-CoV-2, Clinical and Therapeutic Aspects, Multidisciplinary Treatment and Management Strategies like Conventional Pharmacological Treatments, Vaccines, Ayurveda, Homoeopathy, Holistic Nutrition Therapy, Nutraceutical Therapy, Biochemic Medicine, and Issues and Concerns relating to Public Health and Ongoing Advances in Research in relation to COVID-19. Written in semi-technical language easily understandable by readers from all domains, this book provides multidisciplinary perspective, knowledge and understanding regarding COVID-19 in one place, thus bridging the knowledge gap that exists between Conventional Sciences and Complementary and Alternative Medicine Systems.
Contents
Preface
Short Bio of Authors Page
UNIT 1: Molecular Biology of Coronaviruses and SARS-CoV-2
Chapter 01 - Coronaviruses, History, Its Classification and COVID–19
Authors: Ushmita Gupta Bakshi, Srijan Goswami, and Chiranjeeb Dey.
Chapter 02 – SARS-CoV-2, Morphology, Genomic Organization and Life Cycle.
Authors: Srijan Goswami, and Ushmita Gupta Bakshi.
Chapter 03 – Molecular-Pathophysiology and Clinical Presentation of COVID–19 – The Comparison of Reductionistic and Holistic Perspective.
Authors: Srijan Goswami, and Ushmita Gupta Bakshi.
Chapter 04 – SARS-CoV-2 and its Variants: Definitions and Classifications.
Authors: Srijan Goswami, Ushmita Gupta Bakshi, and Shreya Bhattacharya.
UNIT 2: Conventional Treatment Strategies for COVID-19 and Associated Public Health Concerns
Chapter 05 – Epidemiology of COVID – 19.
Authors: Rehab A Rayan, Christos Tsagkaris, Imran Zafar, and Aikaterini Tata.
Chapter 06 – Challenges and Innovations in Mathematical Modelling of COVID-19
Authors: Swarnali Sharma and Malay Banerjee.
Chapter 07 – Immuno-Pathologic basis of COVID-19 and Management of Mild and Moderate Cases.
Authors: Debdeep Dasgupta, Srijan Goswami, and Chiranjeeb Dey
Chapter 08 – Diagnosis of COVID-19 using Clinical Examination, Immunoassays and Molecular Diagnostic Techniques.
Authors: Srijan Goswami, and Ushmita Gupta Bakshi.
Chapter 09 – Conventional Pharmacological strategies, Investigational Drugs and Antibody Directed Immunotherapies for COVID – 19.
Authors: Subhra Bhattacharya, Srijan Goswami, and Chiranjeeb Dey.
Chapter 10 – Research and Development of Vaccines for COVID – 19.
Authors: Srijan Goswami, Ushmita Gupta Bakshi and Chiranjeeb Dey.
Chapter 11 – Mucormycosis – Post COVID-19 complications in Patients with Diabetes and State of Immunosuppression
Authors: Soumyajit Dutta, and Srijan Goswami
Chapter 12 – Impact of COVID-19 and Associated Aspects on Reproductive, Maternal and Child Health.
Authors: Sonali Sain, and Chiranjeeb Dey.
UNIT 3: COVID – 19 and Supportive, Complementary and Alternative Treatment Strategies.
Chapter 13 – Ayurvedic Perspective and COVID – 19.
Authors: Chandrasekhar Desai.
Chapter 14 – Role of Homoeopathy in Prophylaxis and Symptomatic Management of COVID – 19 Patients.
Authors: Srijan Goswami, and Chiranjeeb Dey
Additional Short Article – Homoeopathic Practice in midst of COVID-19 – A Physician’s Clinical Experience
Author: Shyamoli Guha.
Chapter 15 – Solving the Mystery of COVID-19: Holistic Medical Nutrition Therapy
Authors: Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury.
Chapter 16 – Immunotherapeutic Role of Vitamin D as Preventive Treatment of COVID – 19 Patients.
Authors: Srijan Goswami, Ushmita Gupta Bakshi, Dona Khamaru.
Chapter 17 – Role of Biochemic Medicines in Prophylaxis and Complementary Nutraceutical Therapy of Influenza like Illnesses or Respiratory Tract Complications (COVID-19).
Authors: Srijan Goswami, Ushmita Gupta Bakshi, Chiranjeeb Dey.
Biography
Srijan Goswami, Chiranjeeb Dey
'This is an informative book for anyone looking for a comprehensive reference to understand the basics of COVID-19 disease and the clinical applications of treatment and therapies.'
- Vibhuti Jansari, Ph.D, M.S, Northwestern Health Sciences University
