Prognosis for

Assay of plasma enzymes aids diagnosis and prognosis. For example, a myocardial infarction elevates serum levels of lactate dehydrogenase isozyme I,. 

Many organic componnds partition into the organic matrix of soils and sediments as a resnlt of both chemical and microbial reactions, which have been discussed in Chapter 4, and these associated residnes may be both less toxic and less amenable to biodegradation than the free componnds. This presents an adverse prognosis for bioremediation. 

The prognosis for bioremediation of residues containing polychlorinated anilines and their impurities is rather discouraging. Important factors include (a) limited biodegradability, (b) restricted bioavailability, and (c) the possible formation of oligomeric coupling products. 

What is the prognosis for this patient who has developed ascites, variceal bleeding, and hepatic encephalopathy within 3 months ... 

The prognosis for prostate cancer patients depends on the histologic grade, the tumor size, and the disease stage. More than 85% of patients with stage Aj disease but less than 1% of those with stage D2 can be cured. 

Burns from liquid exposure to over 50% of the body surface suggest that the individual has absorbed twice a lethal dose of vesicant and the prognosis for survival of the individual is poor. 

Bacterial infections are associated with elevated granulocyte counts (neutrophils, basophils), often with increased numbers of immature forms (band neutrophils) seen in peripheral blood smears (left-shift). With infection, peripheral leukocyte counts may be very high, but are rarely higher than 30,000 to 40,000/mm3. Low neutrophil counts (neutropenia) after the onset of infection indicate an abnormal response and are generally associated with a poor prognosis for bacterial infection. 

Primary pneumonic plague occurs after inhalation of organisms, which may occur by aerosol transmission from a person or animal with secondary or primary pneumonic plague. Septicemic plague may evolve from any form of plague. It features the acute onset of bacteremia, septic shock, and thrombosis with or without antecedent lymphadenitis. Prognosis for both pneumonic and septicemic pneumonic plague is poor the fatality rate is 100 percent for untreated cases. 

A comparison is made of the available resources, their principle economic ex-ploitability and actual prognosis for their use. Again one notes the enormous potential of solar energy. Rapid growth is foreseen for biomass, solar and wind. A difference is made between traditional and modern use of biomass, because currently, especially in less developed countries, biomass is also an important energy source, but is not used in a technologically advanced way. 

Treatment relies on the use of broad spectrum antibacterial and antifungal drugs bone marrow transplant or gene therapy are possible options. The prognosis for a child with CGD is not good and many will not live beyond their mid-teens. 

Other phenolic compounds of commercial importance include the terpenoids, including mono, di, tri, and sesquiterpenes. While most of these are used as essential oils, fragrances, and flavors in various products, they are toxins in certain species. For example the sesquiterpene lactones of the Centaurea species cause an irreversible Parkinson s-like condition in horses called nigro-pallidal encephalomalacia. This is a lethal condition and the prognosis for recovery is grave in most cases, affected horses should be euthanized before reaching the terminal stages. 

No therapy is available for viral meningitis which is mainly caused by enteroviruses and in general has a good prognosis. For Herpes simplex meningoencephalitis i.v. aciclovir is recommended. 

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