Medical Microbiology & Immunology


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The most concise, comprehensive, and up-to-date medical microbiology & immunology review! Gives students the high-yield information they need to prepare for the USMLE Step 1 and course exams. Completely updated throughout, the new edition covers developments in HIV, hepatitis, smallpox, SARS, and more. Features case discussions, USMLE-style questions, and a USMLE-style practice exam.




Oral Microbiology and Immunology


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Oral Microbiology and Immunology, Third Edition The field of oral microbiology has seen fundamental conceptual changes in recent years. Microbial communities are now seen as the fundamental etiological agent in oral diseases through their interface with host inflammatory responses. Study of structured microbial communities has increased our understanding of the roles of each member in the pathogenesis of oral diseases, principles that apply to both periodontitis and dental caries. Against this backdrop, the third edition of Oral Microbiology and Immunology has been substantially expanded and rewritten by an international team of authors and editors. Featured in the current edition are: links between oral infections and systemic disease revised and updated overview of the role of the immune system in oral infections thorough discussions of biofilm development and control more extensive illustrations and Key Points for student understanding Graduate students, researchers, and clinicians as well as students will find this new edition valuable in study and practice. The field of oral microbiology has seen fundamental conceptual changes in recent years. Microbial communities are now seen as the fundamental etiological agent in oral diseases through their interface with host inflammatory responses. Study of structured microbial communities has increased our understanding of the roles of each member in the pathogenesis of oral diseases, principles that apply to both periodontitis and dental caries.







Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Sixteenth Edition


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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Ace your medical courses and pass the Boards with the most up-to-date review of medical microbiology and immunology Covering everything you need to know for academic and career success, Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology delivers a high-yield review of the most important aspects of the topic in a concise yet comprehensive style. It explores both the basic and clinical aspects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology and discusses important infectious diseases using an organ system approach. With an effective mix of engaging text, color images, tables, figures, Q&As, and clinical vignettes, this is the proven, one-stop guide to mastering the application of microbiology and immunology to infectious diseases. • Facilitates any study objective or learning style • Essential for USMLE review and medical microbiology coursework • 650 USMLE-style practice questions • Complete USMLE-style practice exam • Pearls impart basic science necessary for passing the USMLE • 50 clinical cases illustrate the importance of basic science information in clinical diagnosis • Concise summaries of medically important organisms • Chapter-ending self-assessment questions with answers • Color images depict clinically important findings, such as infectious disease lesions • Gram stains of bacteria, electron micrographs of viruses, and microscopic images depict fungi, protozoa, and worms • Chapters on infectious diseases from an organ system perspective




Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology 15E


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Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. The most concise, clinically relevant, and current review of medical microbiology and immunology Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology is a succinct, high-yield review of the medically important aspects of microbiology and immunology. It covers both the basic and clinical aspects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology and also discusses important infectious diseases using an organ system approach. The book emphasizes the real-world clinical application of microbiology and immunology to infectious diseases and offers a unique mix of narrative text, color images, tables and figures, Q&A, and clinical vignettes. • Content is valuable to any study objective or learning style • Essential for USMLE review and medical microbiology coursework • 650 USMLE-style practice questions test your knowledge and understanding • 50 clinical cases illustrate the importance of basic science information in clinical diagnosis • A complete USMLE-style practice exam consisting of 80 questions helps you prepare for the exam • Pearls impart important basic science information helpful in answering questions on the USMLE • Concise summaries of medically important organisms • Self-assessment questions with answers appear at the end of each chapter • Color images depict clinically important findings, such as infectious disease lesions • Gram stains of bacteria, electron micrographs of viruses, and microscopic images depict fungi, protozoa, and worms • Chapters on infectious diseases from an organ system perspective




Microbiology and Immunology


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BRS Microbiology and Immunology is designed specifically for medical and graduate students for successful preparation for the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE). This newest edition features a full-color design and illustrations throughout. The book is divided into 12 chapters and presents both a "bug" approach followed by an organ systems approach. It remains a succinct description of the most important microbiological and immunological concepts and critical details needed to understand important human infections and the immune system function and malfunction. End-of-chapter review tests feature updated USMLE-style questions with rationales and four USMLE comprehensive examinations (in 50 question blocks like Step 1) help test memorization and mastery of the subject. A companion website offers the fully searchable text and an online question bank.




Textbook of Immunology, Microbiology and Parasitology


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This book opens the world of microbes and parasites around us, so that we are able to treat disease caused by them. This is the only book which comprises of both microbiology and parasitology under one bind. Fortified with details about the role of microbiology in nursing, role or collection, immunology, microbiology, parasitology and mycology. Student friendly and easy to understand. Immunology part is made simple, so that students can easily understand the concepts of immunity in dealing with the foreign agents. Key points have been included at the end of each chapter. Some important additional information has been given in grey boxes. Frequently asked questions in various exams (MBBS, BHMS and Nursing) have been included at the end of the book. Chapter on immunisation has been included in the book.




Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Twelfth Edition


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The most concise, easy-to-use, and frequently updated review of the medically important aspects microbiology and immunology Essential for USMLE and medical microbiology course exam preparation, Review of Medical Microbiology, 12e provides a high-yield review of the basic and clinical aspects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology. The book emphasizes the real-world clinical application of microbiology and immunology to infectious diseases and offers a unique mix of narrative text, color images, tables and figures, Q&A, and clinical cases. Everything you need to put your USMLE and course exam preparation on the fast track: 654 USMLE-style practice questions test your knowledge and understanding 50 clinical cases illustrate the importance of basic science information in clinical diagnosis A complete USMLE-style practice exam consisting of 80 questions Pearls for the USMLE impart important basic science information helpful in answering questions on the USMLE Self-assessment questions with answers appear at the end of each chapter 50 color images show classic clinical lesions to aid in the diagnosis of infectious diseases 18 color images depict the life cycles of important protozoa and worms Concise summaries of medically important microorganisms are presented together in a separate to facilitate comparison of organisms Numerous tables and figures encapsulate important information




Textbook of Microbiology & Immunology


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This book provides an up-to-date information on microbial diseases which is an emerging health problem world over.This book presents a comprehensive coverage of basic and clinical microbiology, including immunology, bacteriology, virology, and mycology, in a clear and succinct manner.The text includes morphological features and identification of each organism along with the pathogenesis of diseases, clinical manifestations, diagnostic laboratory tests, treatment, and prevention and control of resulting infections along with most recent advances in the field. About the Author : - Subhash Chandra Parija, MD, PhD, DSc, FRCPath, is Director-Professor and Head, Department of Microbiology, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research(JIPMER), Pondicherry, India. Professor Parija, author of more than 200 research publications and 5 textbooks, is the recipient of more than 20 National and International Awards including the most prestigious Dr BC Roy National Award of the Medical Council of India for his immense contribution in the field of Medical Microbiology.




Textbook of Microbiology & Immunology - E-book


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The second edition of the Textbook of Microbiology and Immunology provides a fully updated text on various aspects of microbiology and infectious diseases, which makes it the most authoritative and informative text in medical microbiology. It is a must have book for preparing MBBS examination as well as for preparing PG entrance test. - Clear, succinct, and comprehensive information on various aspects of microbiology and immunology. - Thoroughly revised information. - Key Points highlighting the need to know aspects of the discussed topics. - Tables and figures for better understanding. - Case studies at the end of chapters for self-assessment. - Special emphasis on emerging and re-emerging pathogens and antimicrobial resistance. - Color photographs to aid in better understanding. - Covers recent advances in molecular diagnosis and vaccines.