This book is a good compilation of every aspect of malaria in children and adults. The topic is discussed extensively in its 15 chapters. The chapter on malariometric indices and statistics is the highlight of the book. Two aspects in this book need some modifications: current epidemiology in India (though there is a drop in overall malaria cases but P. falciparum to P. Vivax ratio is increasing), and management section needs updating. The authors have given the latest recommendations on management as per the guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of malaria in India, 2011, by National Vector Borne Disease Control Program but treatment from previous guidelines is retained at some places. This needs revision as all cases of falciparum malaria should be treated by Artemisinin- based combination therapy (ACT) only.

Jaydeep Choudhury