Harrison's Infectious Diseases

Harrison's Infectious Diseases
Dennis Kasper (Author), Anthony Fauci (Author)

Book Details
Paperback: 1312 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (June 18, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0071702938

Book Description
The authority of Harrison's in a handy, full-color paperback devoted exclusively to Infectious Diseases

5 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW!
"This book provides all the latest knowledge in the field and is supported by the scientific rigor and reliability that have defined Harrison's....This book is an essential compact clinical companion for students and clinicians alike....This book is complete, easy to navigate, and remarkably up to date. As the parent text does, this book devotes significant attention to the importance of obtaining a history and conducting a physical examination, the basic foundation of all medicine. It blends the other myriad aspects of infectious diseases and offers eminently readable and current management recommendations. Indeed, it should be regarded as an authoritative source of current information on infectious diseases."--Doody's Review Service

Featuring the chapters on Infectious Diseases that appear in the landmark Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 17e, this compact clinical companion delivers all the latest knowledge in the field, backed by the scientific rigor and reliability that have defined Harrison's.

You'll find coverage that reflects the expertise of renowned editors and contributors -- presented in a carry-anywhere format that makes it ideal for the classroom, the wards, or the point of care. With its ease of use, indispensable diagnosis-speeding guidelines, and acclaimed state-of-the-art strategies, Harrison's Infectious Diseases is a must for students and clinicians alike.

Harrison's Infectious Diseases delivers:
Current, complete coverage of essential infectious diseases topics, including infections in organ systems, bacterial infections, viral infections, prion diseases, fungal and algal infections, and protozoal and helminthic infections
100+ high-yield Q&A drawn from Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine Self-Assessment and Board Review, 17e
6 complete chapters in print format from the Harrison's DVD
127 chapters written by experts who have made significant contributions to knowledge in their fields
References and other material that have been updated since the publication of HPIM 17e
Integration of pathophysiology with clinical management topics in each of the disease-oriented chapters
Helpful appendix of laboratory values of clinical importance

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Clinical Microbiology Reviews, October 2011

Clinical Microbiology Reviews, October 2011, Volume 24, Issue 4

Clinical Microbiology Reviews (CMR) analyzes the latest developments in clinical microbiology and immunology, providing the current state of knowledge in the field, as well as balanced, thought-provoking perspectives on controversial issues

Contents:
1. Sporothrix schenckii and Sporotrichosis
Mônica Bastos de Lima Barros, Rodrigo de Almeida Paes, and Armando Oliveira Schubach
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 633-654
2. Trypanosoma cruzi and Chagas' Disease in the United States
Caryn Bern, Sonia Kjos, Michael J. Yabsley, and Susan P. Montgomery
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 655-681
3.Current Knowledge of Trichosporon spp. and Trichosporonosis
Arnaldo L. Colombo, Ana Carolina B. Padovan, and Guilherme M. Chaves
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 682-700
4. Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Mycobacterium haemophilum Infections
Jerome A. Lindeboom, Lesla E. S. Bruijnesteijn van Coppenraet, Dick van Soolingen, Jan M. Prins, and Eduard J. Kuijper
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 701-717
5. Food Animals and Antimicrobials: Impacts on Human Health
Bonnie M. Marshall and Stuart B. Levy
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 718-733
6. Human Metapneumovirus: Lessons Learned over the First Decade
Verena Schildgen, Bernadette van den Hoogen, Ron Fouchier, Ralph A. Tripp, Rene Alvarez, Catherine Manoha, John Williams, and Oliver Schildgen
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 734-754
7. Serratia Infections: from Military Experiments to Current Practice
Steven D. Mahlen
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 755-791
8. Immunodiagnosis of Tuberculosis: a Dynamic View of Biomarker Discovery
Shajo Kunnath-Velayudhan and Maria Laura Gennaro
Clin. Microbiol. Rev. October 2011 24: 792-805

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Molecular Biotechnology: Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA

Molecular Biotechnology: Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA
Bernard R. Glick (Author), Jack J. Pasternak (Author), Cheryl L. Patten (Author)

Book Details
Hardcover: 1000 pages
Publisher: Amer Society for Microbiology; 4 edition (December 31, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1555814980

Book Description
Acclaimed by students and instructors, Molecular Biotechnology: Principles and Applications of Recombinant DNA is now in its fourth edition, bringing it thoroughly up to date with the latest findings and the latest industrial, agricultural, pharmaceutical, and biomedical applications. At the same time, the text maintains all the hallmarks that have made it a bestseller. These include its straightforward, jargon-free writing style and its extensive use of figures that help students make sense of complex biological systems and processes. These features not only enable students to grasp core concepts, but also create the foundation needed to support their own research and development work using recombinant DNA technology. This fourth edition features greatly expanded coverage of the latest innovations in DNA sequencing techniques, therapeutics, vaccines, transgenic plants, and transgenic animals. Moreover, readers will find nearly 240 new figures to help them grasp all the latest concepts and applications. With its broad range of topics, Molecular Biotechnology is adaptable to different upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses emphasizing particular aspects of modern biotechnology. For example, instructors can easily tailor the content to courses focusing on the fundamentals of biotechnology as well as courses dedicated to medical, agricultural, environmental, or industrial applications. Key Features * New edition presents 645 figures and 113 tables throughout the text, hundreds of which illustrate complex systems and processes * Chapter summaries highlighting key points * References to the literature in each chapter facilitating detailed investigations of all topics covered in the text * End-of-chapter review questions enabling students to assess their knowledge * Updated examples illustrating the latest concepts and applications.

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Molecular Genetics of Bacteria, Third Edition

Molecular Genetics of Bacteria, Third Edition
Larry Snyder (Author), Wendy Champness (Author)

Book Details
Hardcover: 735 pages
Publisher: ASM Press; 3 edition (May 31, 2007)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1555813992

Book Description
This landmark volume provides the single most comprehensive and authoritative textbook on bacterial molecular genetics. Perfect for advanced undergraduate and graduate-level courses, the text presents the latest research on the subject in a clearly written and well-illustrated style. It provides descriptive background information, detailed experimental methods, examples of genetic analyses, and advanced material relevant to current applications of molecular genetics. While providing a deep understanding of bacterial molecular genetics, the material is integrated with biochemical, genomic, and structural information to broaden understanding. The approach centers on the most-studied bacteria, Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis. In addition, examples from other bacteria with medical, ecological, or biotechnological significance are covered throughout the text. The material in each chapter has been substantially revised and rewritten and reflects exciting developments in the field of bacterial molecular genetics and its relationship to other fields, including genetics, biotechnology, and bioengineering. Molecular Genetics of Bacteria, 3rd Edition is organized like the two previous editions. Each chapter contains a summary of main points, descriptions of significant experiments, a set of discussion questions and a problem set (with answers to both at the back of the book), and a list of suggested readings-all updated to reflect the most recent advances in the field. Additionally, text boxes present intriguing information on each topic without interrupting the continuity of the text. This third edition is invaluable to anyone working in the fields of microbiology, genetics, biochemistry, bioengineering, medicine, molecular biology, and biotechnology. It is also essential reading for scientists in all fields of biology, many of whom depend upon the concepts and techniques covered in this book. New in the Third Edition* Features completely revised and updated material, incorporating the most recent advances in the field since publication of the second edition in 2002* Introduces over 100 brand-new illustrations* Offers a revised and expanded glossary containing approximately 1,000 entries Key Features and Benefits* Each chapter includes a concise end-of-chapter summary of the material covered* Incorporates text boxes that introduce readers to exciting developments and related topics of interest* Provides thought questions, problems, and suggested reading lists at the conclusion of each chapter that test student comprehension and encourage further research* Written by only two authors, both of whom are specialists in the field and who have significant experience teaching the subject of bacterial molecular genetics* Integrates biochemical, genomic, and structural information that broadens the knowledge obtained from molecular genetics* Focuses on the most widely studied bacteria, Escherichia coli and Bacillus subtilis, but incorporates many examples from other bacteria of medical, ecological, and biotechnological importance

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Microbiology: An Introduction

Microbiology: An Introduction(10th Edition)
Gerard J. Tortora (Author), Berdell R. Funke (Author), Christine L. Case (Author)

Book Details
Hardcover: 960 pages
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings; 10 edition (January 9, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 032155007

Book Description
This #1 selling non-majors microbiology book is praised for its straightforward presentation of complex topics, careful balance of concepts and applications, and proven art that teaches. In its Tenth Edition, Tortora/Funke/Case responds to the #1 challenge of the microbiology course: teaching a wide range of reader levels, while still addressing reader under-preparedness. The Tenth Edition meets readers at their respective skill levels.
First, the book signals core microbiology content to readers with the new and highly visual Foundation Figures that readers need to understand before moving forward in a chapter. Second, the book gives readers frequent opportunities for self-assessment with the new Check Your Understanding questions that correspond by number to the chapter Learning Objectives. Then, a new “visual learning” orientation includes: an increased number of the popular Diseases in Focus boxes, newly illustrated end-of-chapter Study Outlines that provide students with visual cues to remind them of chapter content, and new end-of-chapter Draw It questions. The all-new art program is contemporary without compromising Tortora/Funke/Case’s hallmark reputation for precision and clarity. Content revisions include substantially revised immunity chapters and an increased emphasis on antimicrobial resistance, bioterrorism, and biofilms. The new Get Ready for Microbiology workbook and online practice and assessment materials help readers prepare for the course.

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New Frontiers of Molecular Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases

New Frontiers of Molecular Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases
Serge Morand (Editor), François Beaudeau (Editor), Jacques Cabaret (Editor)

Book Details
Hardcover: 348 pages
Publisher: Springer; 1st Edition. edition (October 28, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9400721137

Book Description
Molecular epidemiology has recently broaden its focuses due to the development of molecular tools but also by incorporating advances of other fields such as mathematical epidemiology, molecular ecology, population genetics and evolution. Facing new risks of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases that are threats for humans and their livestock, the objectives of molecular epidemiology include: - the development of molecular tools, genotyping and gene expression - the incorporation of concepts and results of population genetics of infectious diseases - the integration of recent advances in theoretical epidemiology and evolutionary ecology of diseases - a better understanding of transmission for the development of risk factors analyses. This book will demonstrate how the latest developments in molecular tools and in epidemiology can be integrated with studies of host-pathogen interactions. Besides a strong theoretical component, there will also be an emphasis on applications in the fields of epidemiology, public health, veterinary medicine, and health ecology. Students and researchers in the fields of epidemiology, animal and human health, evolutionary ecology, parasitology are the main potential readers of the book, as well as a broader audience from veterinary medicine and conservation.

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The Immune Response to Infection

The Immune Response to Infection
Stefan H. E. Kaufmann (Editor), Barry T. Rouse (Editor), David L. Sacks (Editor)

Book Details
Hardcover: 666 pages
Publisher: ASM Press; 1 edition (December 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1555815146

Book Description
This new volume both combines two previous ASM Press books (Immunology of Infectious Diseases and The Innate Immune Response to Infection), integrating the innate immune response and the adaptive immune response to infection into a synthetic narrative, and bring everything up to date, incorporating the numerous important developments that have occurred in this most dynamic sub-discipline of microbiology.

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Foundations in Microbiology

Foundations in Microbiology
Kathleen Park Talaro (Author), Barry Chess (Author)

Book Details
Hardcover: 928 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 8 edition (January 19, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0073375292

Book Description
Talaro/Chess: Foundations in Microbiology is an allied health microbiology text for non-science majors with a taxonomic approach to the disease chapters. It offers an engaging and accessible writing style through the use of tools such as case studies and analogies to thoroughly explain difficult microbiology concepts. We are so excited to offer a robust learning program with student-focused learning activities, allowing the student to manage their learning while you easily manage their assessment. Detailed reports show how your assignments measure various learning objectives from the book (or input your own!), levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy or other categories, and how your students are doing. The Talaro Learning program will save you time while improving your students success in this course.

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Brock's Biology of Microorganisms

Brock Biology of Microorganisms (13th Edition)
Michael T. Madigan (Author), John M. Martinko (Author), David Stahl (Author), David P. Clark (Author)

Book Details
Hardcover: 1152 pages
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings; 13 edition (December 27, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 032164963X

Book Description
The authoritative #1 textbook for introductory majors microbiology, Brock Biology of Microorganisms continues to set the standard for impeccable scholarship, accuracy, and outstanding illustrations and photos. This book for biology, microbiology, and other science majors balances cutting edge research with the concepts essential for understanding the field of microbiology.
In addition to a new co-author, David Stahl, who brings coverage of cutting edge microbial ecology research and symbiosis to a brand new chapter (Chapter 25), a completely revised overview chapter on Immunology (Chapter 28), a new "Big Ideas" section at the end of each chapter, and a wealth of new photos and art make the Thirteenth Edition better than ever. Brock Biology of Microorganisms speaks to today’s students while maintaining the depth and precision science majors need.

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Microbiology: A Systems Approach

Microbiology: A Systems Approach
Marjorie Kelly Cowan (Author)

Book Details
Hardcover: 880 pages
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math; 3 edition (February 8, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 007352252X

Book Description
Microbiology: A Systems Approach is a microbiology text for non-science majors/allied health with a body systems approach to the disease chapters. It has become known for its engaging writing style, instructional art program and focus on active learning. We are so excited to offer a robust learning program with student-focused learning activities, allowing the student to manage their learning while you easily manage their assessment. Detailed reports show how your assignments measure various learning objectives from the book (or input your own!), levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy or other categories, and how your students are doing. The Cowan Learning program will save you time and improve your students' success in this course.

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Mandell, Douglas, and Bennett's Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases

Mandell, Douglas, and Bennett's Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases: (Two Volume Set)
Gerald L. Mandell (Author)

Book Details
Hardcover: 4320 pages
Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 7 edition (September 18, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0443068399

Book Description
After thirty years, PPID is still the reference of choice for comprehensive, global guidance on diagnosing and treating the most challenging infectious diseases. Drs. Mandell, Bennett, and Dolin have substantially revised and meticulously updated, this new edition to save you time and to ensure you have the latest clinical and scientific knowledge at your fingertips. With new chapters, expanded and updated coverage, increased worldwide perspectives, and many new contributors, Mandell, Douglas, and Bennett's Principles and Practice of Infectious Diseases, 7th Edition helps you identify and treat whatever infectious disease you see. And, as an Expert Consult title with enhanced online features, this updated 7th edition comes with convenient access to the full text online, regular updates on the new developments in the field and advances in therapy, and more at expertconsult.com.
. Features online access of the entire book's content- fully searchable-as well as access to regular updates on new developments in the field and advances in therapy, such as the new strain of H1N1, a drug database, downloadable image library, and more at expertconsult.com.
. Provides more in-depth coverage of epidemiology, etiology, pathology, microbiology, immunology, and treatment of infectious agents than you'll find in any other ID resource so you can get the answers to any questions you have.
. Presents 1,100 exquisite color photographs that reflect real-life patient symptoms for enhanced visual guidance.
. Offers current and up-to-date information on the newly recognized and emerging influenza viruses including Swine and Avian influenzas so you are able to accurately diagnose and treat anything that comes your way.
. Uses a consistent chapter-to-chapter layout for easy navigation.
. Features updated coverage of the emerging influenza viruses, such as the Swine and Avian Influenzas, microbial pathogenesis, infections in cancer patients, MRSA, antibiotic resistance, travel medicine, importation of exotic pets, bioterrorism agents, and much more.
. Includes new chapters on Probiotics, Outbreak Investigation, Infection of Nonvalvular Cardiovascular Devices, and Chlamydophila Pneumonia to keep you up to date on today's hot topics.
. Incorporates many more new American and International contributors, giving you fresh perspectives and expanded global insights.
Evolve with PPID, the cornerstone of your infectious disease practice

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Bacillus anthracis and Anthrax

Bacillus anthracis and Anthrax
Nicholas H. Bergman (Editor)

Book Details
Hardcover: 337 pages
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (December 7, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0470410116

Book Description
The study of Bacillus Anthracis remains at the forefront of microbiology research because of its potential use as a bioterror agent and its role in shaping our understanding of bacterial pathogenesis and innate immunity. Bacillus Anthracis and Anthrax provides a comprehensive guide to all aspects of the organism, ranging from basic biology to public health issues associated with anthrax. This book will be a premier reference for B. Anthracis and anthrax to microbiologists, medical and public health professionals, bioterror research and preparedness, immunologists, and physiologists.

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Microbiology for the Health Sciences

Microbiology for the Health Sciences
Gwendolyn R. W. Burton (Author), Paul G. Engelkirk (Author)

Book Details
Paperback: 496 pages
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; 6th edition (October 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0781718449

Book Description
Completely updated, Microbiology for the Health Sciences is the ideal source for health professions and nursing students who need to learn the basic microbiological concepts involved in the care of patients and protection against infectious diseases. This edition features expanded chapters on parasitology, laboratory procedures, biotechnology, and infectious diseases. An increased number of Insight Boxes, Study Aids, and tables provide the students with a quick and comprehensive look at certain aspects of topics covered in each chapter. Core themes and concepts found in an introductory microbiology course, as described by the American Society for Microbiology, are contained in this text. The authors have attempted to provide a very fundamental approach to the complex subject of microbiology. Each chapter is clearly organized and divided for better continuity and understanding. Key terms, brief outlines, discussion questions, and review tests have been incorporated to aid in gaining a better understanding of the topics being covered. Several new appendices and a complete glossary can be found at the end of the book

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Performance Standards for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing: Twenty First International Supplement CLSI - M100-S21

Performance Standards for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing: Twenty First International Supplement M100-S21
CLSI (Author)

Book Details
Paperback
Publisher: Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute; 1 edition (2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1562387421

Books Description
The supplemental information presented in this document is intended for use with the antimicrobial susceptibility testing procedures published in the following Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI)–approved standards: M02-A10—Performance Standards for Antimicrobial Disk Susceptibility Tests; Approved Standard—Tenth Edition; and M07-A8—Methods for Dilution Antimicrobial Susceptibility Tests for Bacteria That Grow Aerobically; Approved Standard—Eighth Edition. The standards contain information about both disk (M02) and dilution (M07) test procedures for aerobic bacteria.
Clinicians depend heavily on information from the clinical microbiology laboratory for treatment of their seriously ill patients. The clinical importance of antimicrobial susceptibility test results requires that these tests be performed under optimal conditions and that laboratories have the capability to provide results for the newest antimicrobial agents.http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif
The tabular information presented here represents the most current information for drug selection, interpretation, and quality control using the procedures standardized in M02 and M07. Users should replace the tables published earlier with these new tables. (Changes in the tables since the most current edition appear in boldface type.)
Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute. Performance Standards for Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing; Twenty-First Informational Supplement. CLSI document M100-S21 (ISBN 1-56238-742-1). Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute, 940 West Valley Road, Suite 1400, Wayne, Pennsylvania 19087 USA, 2011.

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Guidelines for Antimicrobial Usage - Cleveland Clinic 2009-2010

Guidelines for Antimicrobial Usage - Cleveland Clinic 2009-2010
Cleveland Clinic (Author)

Book Details
Paperback: 76 pages
Publisher: Professional Communications, Inc.; 2009-2010 edition (October 16, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1932610596

Book Description
Provides concise guidance on antimicrobial regimens for commonly encountered diseases in the hospital setting. Guidelines developed through a rigorous, multidiscipline process involving the departments of infectious disease, clinical pathology, pediatrics, and pharmacy at the Cleveland Clinic.

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Preparation and Testing of Reagent Water in the Clinical Laboratory - CLSI

Preparation and Testing of Reagent Water in the Clinical Laboratory; Approved Guideline- Fourth Edition C3-A4 Vol 26 #22 (26)
CLSI (Author)

Book Details
* Paperback
* Publisher: NCCLS; 22 edition (2006)
* ISBN-10: 1562386107

Book Description
This document provides guidelines towards reagent water testing requirements in the clinical and research laboratories where reagent-grade water is used.

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Handbook of Antimicrobial Therapy

Handbook of Antimicrobial Therapy
Medical Letter (Corporate Author)

Book Details
* Paperback: 475 pages
* Publisher: Medical Letter; 18 edition (April 2008)
* Language: English
* ISBN-10: 0971909385


Book Description
The Medical Letter, Inc. is a nonprofit company founded in 1958 by Arthur Kallet, the co-founder of Consumers Union, and Dr. Harold Aaron, with the goal of providing healthcare professionals with objective, independent analyses of both prescription and over-the-counter drugs. In addition to its newsletters, The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics and Treatment Guidelines from The Medical Letter, the company also publishes handbooks and software on topics such as adverse drug interactions and antimicrobial therapy. It is supported solely by subscription fees and accepts no advertising, grants or donations.

The Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics offers comprehensive drug evaluations of virtually all new drugs and reviews of older drugs when important new information becomes available on their usefulness or adverse effects. Occasionally, The Medical Letter publishes an article on a new non-drug treatment or a diagnostic aid. Treatment Guidelines from The Medical Letter consists of review articles of drug classes for treatment of major indications. A typical issue contains recommendations for first choice and alternative drugs with assessments of the drugs’ effectiveness, safety and cost. The Medical Letter is published every other week and Treatment Guidelines is published once a month. Both are intended to meet the needs of the busy healthcare professional who wants unbiased, reliable and timely information on new drugs and comprehensive reviews of treatments of choice for major indications. Both publications help healthcare professionals make decisions based on the best interests of their patients, rather than the commercial interests of the pharmaceutical industry.

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