La Schistosomiasis Mansoni en Venezuela

This comprehensive monograph on schistosomiasis presents in. detail the historical background of the disease, its epidemiology, biology, pathology, clinical features, and methods of diagnosis, treatment, and control. The commendable thoroughness and exhaustiveness of the volume reflect the gravity of the problem in Venezuela, where 80 per cent of the population is affected in some endemic zones. A series of excellent photomicrographs and mllustra-tions are incorporated in the text. An appended critical appraisal of this contribution , by Dr. Pedro Gonzales Rincones, help to clarify some controversial issues which otherwise might not be readfly apparent. M. TAGER.