Abstract:
This authoritative textbook provides a comprehensive yet concise overview of medical microbiology and immunology, emphasizing the clinical relevance of microorganisms. It covers the principles of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology, focusing on medically significant microbes and their roles in human health and disease.
Key features include clear explanations of core concepts, vibrant illustrations, and clinical insights to bridge basic science and clinical practice. The book also highlights current diagnostic methods, treatment approaches, and emerging infectious diseases, making it an essential resource for students, educators, and healthcare professionals preparing for exams or enhancing their understanding of infectious diseases.
Description:
xi, 821 pages : illustraions ; 28 cm. || Includes bibliographical references and indexes. || CONTENTS: SECTION I: FUNDAMENTALS OF MICROBIOLOGY -- Chapter 1: The Science of Microbiology -- Chapter 2: Cell Structure -- Chapter 3: Classification of Bacteria -- Chapter 4: Growth, Survival, and Death of Microorganisms -- Chapter 5: Cultivation of Microorganisms -- Chapter 6: Microbial Metabolism -- Chapter 7: Microbial Genetics -- SECTION II: IMMUNOLOGY -- Chapter 8: Immunology -- SECTION III: BACTERIOLOGY -- Chapter 9: Pathogenesis of Bacterial Infection -- Chapter 10: Normal Human Microbiota -- Chapter 11: Spore-Forming Gram-Positive Bacilli: Bacillus and Clostridium Species -- Chapter 12: Aerobic Nonђ́أSpore-Forming Gram-Positive Bacilli: Corynebacterium, Listeria, Erysipelothrix, Nocardia, and Related Pathogens -- Chapter 13: The Staphylococci -- Chapter 14: The Streptococci, Enterococci, and Related Genera -- Chapter 15: Enteric Gram-Negative Rods (Enterobacteriaceae) -- Chapter 16: Pseudomonas, Acinetobacter, Burkholderia, and Stenotrophomonas -- Chapter 17: Vibrio, Aeromonas, Campylobacter, and Helicobacter -- Chapter 18: Haemophilus, Bordetella, Brucella, and Francisella -- Chapter 19: Yersinia and Pasteurella -- Chapter 20: The Neisseriae -- Chapter 21: Infections Caused by Anaerobic Bacteria -- Chapter 22: Legionella, Bartonella, and Unusual Bacterial Pathogens -- Chapter 23: Mycobacteria -- Chapter 24: Spirochetes: Treponema, Borrelia, and Leptospira -- Chapter 25: Mycoplasmas and Cell Wallђ́أDefective Bacteria -- Chapter 26: Rickettsia and Related Genera -- Chapter 27: Chlamydia spp. -- Chapter 28: Antimicrobial Chemotherapy -- SECTION IV: VIROLOGY -- Chapter 29: General Properties of Viruses -- Chapter 30: Pathogenesis and Control of Viral Diseases -- Chapter 31: Parvoviruses -- Chapter 32: Adenoviruses -- Chapter 33: Herpesviruses -- Chapter 34: Poxviruses -- Chapter 35: Hepatitis Viruses -- Chapter 36: Picornaviruses (Enterovirus and Rhinovirus Groups) -- Chapter 37: Reoviruses, Rotaviruses, and Caliciviruses -- Chapter 38: Arthropod-Borne and Rodent-Borne Viral Diseases -- Chapter 39: Orthomyxoviruses (Influenza Viruses) -- Chapter 40: Paramyxoviruses and Rubella Virus -- Chapter 41: Coronaviruses -- Chapter 42: Rabies, Slow Virus Infections, and Prion Diseases -- Chapter 43: Human Cancer Viruses -- Chapter 44: AIDS and Lentiviruses -- SECTION V: MYCOLOGY -- Chapter 45: Medical Mycology -- SECTION VI: PARASITOLOGY -- Chapter 46: Medical Parasitology -- SECTION VII: DIAGNOSTIC MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY AND CLINICAL CORRELATION -- Chapter 47: Principles of Diagnostic Medical Microbiology -- Chapter 48: Cases and Clinical Correlations.