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| Advisor(s) | No advisor | |
| Author(s) | Kayser H. Fritz | |
| Issued Date | 2005 | |
| Abstract | A comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of medical microbiology, the study of microorganisms that cause disease in humans. This book was compiled by a team of microbiologists and medical experts, including Fritz H. Kayser and colleagues, and published by Thieme as an international academic reference in the field of health. The book covers various groups of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, as well as their biological characteristics. Furthermore, the book explains the mechanisms of pathogenesis, or how microorganisms cause disease, including the infection process, spread, and interactions between pathogens and the human immune system. It also discusses laboratory diagnostic aspects for identifying disease-causing microorganisms, as well as methods for preventing and controlling infections through therapy, vaccination, and principles of medical hygiene. | en |
| Item Type | E-BOOK | |
| Keywords | This book comprehensively discusses medical microbiology, the study of microorganisms that cause disease in humans and their interactions with the host. The discussion begins with an introduction to the basics of microbiology, including the structure, classification, and characteristics of various microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Each group of microorganisms is explained in detail regarding their biological properties, reproduction methods, and ability to cause disease. The book then outlines the mechanisms of pathogenesis, namely how microorganisms enter the human body, infect, and cause disease. It also explains microbial virulence factors and the human immune response to infection, including basic immunological concepts related to the innate and adaptive immune systems. The book also discusses microbiological laboratory diagnosis, including sampling techniques, culture methods, bacterial staining, and identification of disease-causing microorganisms. This section is crucial in clinical practice for accurately determining the type of infection. Furthermore, it discusses the therapy and treatment of infections, particularly the use of antibiotics, the mechanisms of action of antimicrobial drugs, and the problem of antibiotic resistance, a major challenge in modern healthcare. The book also explains strategies for preventing infectious diseases, such as vaccination, sanitation, and infection control in hospitals. Other sections cover the epidemiology of infectious diseases, namely how diseases spread in populations, risk factors, and how to control outbreaks. Thus, the book connects microbiological theory with clinical and public health applications. | en |
| Collection | Uncategorized | |
| Publisher | thieme medical publishers | |
| Submitted Date | 21-04-2026 | |
| Updated Date | 21-04-2026 | |
| URI | https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cHRHtMwnCHLvIF6Y6z4Wi0LrfiaUIFCo/view?usp=drive_link | |
| File | Available |