Medical Microbiology and Parasitology PMFU 4th Edition-E-book


Book Description

The fourth edition of this book is thoroughly updated in accordance with the competency-based curriculum of Microbiology. This book highlights the important aspects of Medical Microbiology and presents a concise exam-oriented text as per the revised guidelines of Medical Council of India and health universities across the country, and nearby countries. Ideal for undergraduate students of medical, dental, physiotherapy, nursing, pharmacy and science Revised as per the Competency Based Undergraduate Curriculum and ensured coverage of all the competencies. Format based upon the pattern followed by the examiners in framing questions in the exams–both theory and practical. Enriched text with newer developments, additional figures, photographs, flowcharts, tables to facilitate greater retention of knowledge. More emphasis on systemize presentation of information in bulleted points, that helps to recollect the things easily. Additional Feature Complimentary access to full e-book. New to this Edition Included details of the competencies at the beginning of units with chapter numbers and at the beginning of chapters, wherever applicable. Extensive revision of Clinical/Applied Microbiology with inclusion of new chapters like Anaemia, Bone and Joint Infections, Infections of Skin and Soft Tissue, Infection Control Practices, Respect for Patient Samples and Confidentiality in Patient Identity, National Health Programmes, etc.




Medical Microbiology and Parasitology PMFU, 4th Edition


Book Description

The fourth edition of this book is thoroughly updated in accordance with the competency-based curriculum of Microbiology. This book highlights the important aspects of Medical Microbiology and presents a concise exam-oriented text as per the revised guidelines of Medical Council of India and health universities across the country, and nearby countries. Ideal for undergraduate students of medical, dental, physiotherapy, nursing, pharmacy and science Revised as per the Competency Based Undergraduate Curriculum and ensured coverage of all the competencies. Format based upon the pattern followed by the examiners in framing questions in the exams-both theory and practical. Enriched text with newer developments, additional figures, photographs, flowcharts, tables to facilitate greater retention of knowledge. More emphasis on systemize presentation of information in bulleted points, that helps to recollect the things easily. Additional Feature Complimentary access to full e-book. New to this Edition Included details of the competencies at the beginning of units with chapter numbers and at the beginning of chapters, wherever applicable. Extensive revision of Clinical/Applied Microbiology with inclusion of new chapters like Anaemia, Bone and Joint Infections, Infections of Skin and Soft Tissue, Infection Control Practices, Respect for Patient Samples and Confidentiality in Patient Identity, National Health Programmes, etc.




Microbiology and Parasitology PMFU - E-BooK


Book Description

The third edition of the book is thoroughly updated and presented in new four-colour format. It highlights the important aspects of Medical Microbiology and Parasitology. It presents a concise exam-oriented text as per the guidelines of Medical Council of India and health universities across the country, and nearby countries. Designed specifically to meet the needs of the students pursuing undergraduate courses in Medical, Dental, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Pharmacy and Science. Maintained the basic pattern, followed for text in question–answer format which helps the students in quick learning and revision Newer developments and revisions to keep up the text with the latest changes as per the undergraduates’ curriculum. More emphasis on systemetic presentation of information, helps to recollect the things easily New to this Edition Merged Parasitolgy section with Microbiology section within same page range in single book Addition of many new coloured figures to facilitate greater retention of knowledge. Also replacement of earlier figures with newer coloured figures to make understanding better




Paniker's Textbook of Medical Parasitology


Book Description

The new edition of this textbook is a complete guide to parasitology for undergraduate medical students. Divided into 23 chapters, each topic has been thoroughly updated and expanded to cover the most recent advances and latest knowledge in the field. The book begins with an overview of parasitology, then discusses numerous different types of parasite, concluding with a chapter on diagnosis methods. Many chapters have been rewritten and the eighth edition of the book features many new tables, flow charts and photographs. Each chapter concludes with a ‘key points’ box to assist with revision. Key points Eighth edition providing undergraduates with a complete guide to parasitology Fully revised text with many new topics, tables and photographs Each chapter concludes with ‘key points’ box to assist revision Previous edition (9789350905340) published in 2013




Medical Microbiology


Book Description

PART I GENERAL ASPECTS OF MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY Introduction and Historical Developments in Microbiology Normal Flora of the Healthy Human Host Non-specific Defence Mechanisms Host–Microbe Interactions Infective Syndrome and Diagnostic Procedure Antimicrobial Chemotherapy Epidemiology and Control of Community Infections Collection of Various Specimens for Diagnosis Selective Cum Differential Media used for the Isolation of Bacteria PART II BACTERIOLOGY General Characteristics of Bacteria Classification of Pathogenic Bacteria Staphylococcal Infections Streptococcal Infections Dental Caries Pneumonia Diphtheria Meningitis Whooping Cough Tuberculosis Leprosy Diarrhoea Cholera Gastroenteritis Typhoid Fever Gonorrhoea Syphilis Gas Gangrene Tetanus Leptospira Borrelia Helicobacter pylori Campylobacter Pseudomonas aeruginosa Chlamydia Rickettsiae Brucella Bacillus anthracis Actinomyces PART III VIROLOGY Characteristic Features of Viruses Classification of Animal Viruses Diagnosis of Viral Infections Smallpox Common Cold Influenza Measles Mumps Rubella Arbovirus Infections Polio Rabies Hepatitis AIDS Herpesvirus Infections Treatment of Viral Infections PART IV MYCOLOGY Introduction to Fungi Mycoses Laboratory Diagnosis of Fungal Infections Superficial Mycoses Subcutaneous Mycoses Systemic Mycoses PART V PARASITOLOGY General Characteristics of Parasites Classification of Pathogenic Protozoa and Helminthes Nematodes Protozoan Infections Nematode Infections Trematode Infections PART VI MYCOPLASMA AND OTHER INFECTIONS Mycoplasma Zoonotic Infections Nosocomial Infections Appendix-I Appendix-II Model Questions Glossary Index




Concise Pathology for Exam Preparation_4e-E-book


Book Description

The fourth edition of this book has been thoroughly updated and revised in accordance with the competency-based curriculum of Pathology. It has been structured in question-answer format that incorporates information in a concise manner with bulleted points for rapid review and easy recapitulation. This is an endeavour to make understanding of Pathology easier so as to facilitate learning by students and help them apply their knowledge to the problems they encounter in their clinical practice later in life. This edition is based on Robbins & Cotran, Pathologic Basis of Disease, 10th edition. • Covers questions that are commonly/frequently asked in major universities. • Covers all “must know topics in a very simple language and easily comprehensible style. • Organized in small paragraphs and bulleted points to help in rapid revision before examination. • Tabulation of contrasting features of morphologically similar conditions for further clarification of concepts. • Text enriched with flowcharts explaining mechanism of evolution of disease. • Special emphasis has been laid on clinical presentation (symptoms and signs) and understanding the evolution of disease. • Prioritization of laboratory investigations has been stressed upon in order to provide an integrated approach to the study of pathology and to strengthen the clinical decision-making ability.




Essentials in Hematology and Clinical Pathology


Book Description

Comprehensive manual on haematology and clinical pathology, covering physiology, pathophysiology and clinical features of diseases.




Essentials of Microbiology


Book Description

The book is presented in two major sections: Fundamental Microbiology and Applied Microbiology. The first section deals with the forms, structures, functions and classification of micro-organisms (bacteria, my co-plasmas and viruses) in the light of the changing concepts. Chapter 7 concentrates on the genetics of micro-organisms giving an insight into the advanced knowledge of molecular biology. The applied aspects of micro-organisms like industrial microbiology, agricultural micro biology and medical microbiology have been accommodated in section two. A separate chapter on Immunology, Hypersensitivity and Serology has been incorporated to familiarize the students with the intricacies of disease resistance and various laboratory practices. Each chapter is appended with suggested readings to stimulate the students for further study in related disciplines.




Essentials of Microbiology for Dental Students - E-Book


Book Description

This book presents a thorough and systematic approach of microbiology in a very clear, concise, simplified and easily understandable manner. The text is amply illustrated by large number of figures, flowcharts, tables and boxes. This will help not only in understanding the concepts to clear the professional exams but will also teach the importance and application of microbiology in clinical practice. - Focus on clinical and laboratory aspects of infectious diseases covering bacterial, tubercular, viral, parasitic and fungal infections. - Organization of the text into sections helps to recollect the facts easily. - Chapter outline in the beginning of each chapter helps to facilitate self-learning by the students. - Syndromic approach to common syndromes highlights the important causes and laboratory diagnostic approach. - Flowcharts and line diagrams represent the diagnostic procedures and life cycles. - Questions given at the end of chapters for self-assessment of topics. - Multiple choice questions section-by-section at the end of the book for self-assessment of the topics studied. Online Resources at www.medenact.com - Complimentary access to full e-book. - Procedural animations.




Exam Preparatory Manual Microbiology


Book Description

1. General Microbiology 2. Sterilization and Disinfection 3. Culture Media and Methods 4. Bacterial Genetics 5. Infection 6. Immunology 7. Streptococcus 8. Staphylococcus 9. Neisseria 10. Vibrio Cholera 11. Bacillus 12. Clostridium 13. Tetanus 14. Enterobacteriaceae 15. Non-sporing Anaerobes 16. Bordetella Pertussis 17. Haemophilus Influenzae 18. Corynebacterium Diphtheria 19. Pseudomonas 20. Brucella 21. Mycobacterium Nonmycobacterium 22. Spirochetes 23. Mycoplasma 24. Miscellaneous 25. Rickettsiaceae 26. Chlamydiae 27. General Properties of Viruses 28. Bacteriophage 29. Herpesviruses 30. Orthomyxoviruses 31. Paramyxoviruses 32. Arbovirus 33. Rabies Virus 34. Hepatitis Virus 35. Slow Virus Diseases 36. Miscellaneous Viruses 37. Picornaviruses 38. AIDS 39. Introduction to Parasitology 40. Ameba 41. Intestinal, Oral, and Genital Flagellates 42. Cryptosporidium Parvum 43. Pneumocystis Jirovecii 44. Coccidia 45. Malaria 46. Trematodes 47. Intestinal Flukes 48. Cestodes (Tapeworms) 49. Nematodes 50. Mycology 51. Superficial Mycoses 52. Deep Mycoses 53. Otomycosis 54. Mycotic Poisoning Appendices Index