Problem-Based Microbiology

Problem-Based Microbiology

This concise, problem-based textbook covers 91 of the most common infectious diseases, using case studies to promote interactive learning and to build a foundation of knowledge for clinical practice. It presents an overview of how infectious diseases affect a particular organ system. Then, it provides clinical case scenarios, differential diagnosis tables, and succinct explanations of the infectious process, with treatment options and outcomes. Crisp, full-color images and USMLE-style practice questions round out the text.<ul><li>Presents a detailed clinical case study for each infectious disease covered, including treatment and outcomes. </li><Li>Integrates basic and clinical sciences. </li><Li>Covers the most common infectious diseases, including bioterrorism agents and emerging infectious diseases. </li><lI>Promotes active learning by presenting the case study as an unknown, and then providing differential diagnosis tables and rationales. </li><Li>Features over 350 full-color illustrations and images of clinical disease to reinforce written material. </li><Li>Highlights key symptoms, microbiology, epidemiology, and pathogenesis for rapid review. </li><li>Provides summary tables of important diseases caused by the infecting organism. </li><li>Includes practice questions to help prepare for the USMLE step 1 and 2 exams.</li></ul>With 3 additional contributing experts.