The Bacteriophage and Its Clinical Applications

Name: The Bacteriophage and Its Clinical Applications
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F D Herelle, George H Smith

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

Infectious & contagious diseases; Medical microbiology & virology; Microbiology (non-medical)

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""The Bacteriophage and Its Clinical Applications"" is a foundational scientific text exploring the discovery and therapeutic potential of bacteriophages-viruses that infect and destroy bacteria. Written by F. D. Herelle and translated by George H. Smith, this work delves into the biological nature of these agents and their practical use in treating infectious diseases.

The book provides a comprehensive overview of theories and clinical observations regarding how phages can be utilized as a biological tool to combat various bacterial infections. It covers the preparation of phage suspensions, methods of administration, and the documented efficacy of phage therapy in diverse clinical settings. This work represents a significant milestone in the history of microbiology and medicine, documenting a period of intense innovation in the fight against pathogens. It remains a crucial resource for understanding the origins of phage therapy and the historical development of modern microbiology, immunology, and the treatment of infectious disease.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: F D Herelle, George H Smith
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 14mm
Weight: 381g
ISBN: 9781025294131
ISBN 10: 1025294130
Pages: 268
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active