Biologic agents have been used throughout history to influence battles. Recently, biologic agents have been used as terrorist weapons. A review of the history of biologic weapons and a medical overview of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Category A and B agents is provided, including history, pathogenesis, clinical presentation, microbiology/virology, diagnosis, treatment, and each agent's use or potential use as a weapon. Background information on public health issues surrounding bioterrorism and the role of oral and maxillofacial surgeons in a bioterrorist event also is provided.
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Journal: Oral and maxillofacial surgery clinics of North Am
VOLUME: 17
Page Numbers: 299-330
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ISSN: 1042-3699
DAY: 19
MONTH: Aug
YEAR: 2005
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AFFILIATION: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, National Capital Consortium, National Naval Medical Center, 8901 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA.
Country: United States
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