Schaechter's Mechanisms of Microbial Disease Engleberg N. Cary

Lippincott R Connect Featured Title Purchase of the new print edition of this Lippincott R Connect title includes access to the digital version of the book plus related materials such as videos and multiple choice Q A and self assessments Known for generations as the most comprehensive foundational text on medical microbiology Schaechter s Mechanisms of Microbial Disease delivers a thorough understanding of microbial agents and the pathophysiology of microbial diseases This trusted text is universally praised for telling the story of a pathogen in an engaging way facilitating learning and recall by emphasizing unifying principles and paradigms Content is uniquely organized by microbial class and by organ system making it equally at home in traditional and systems based curricula This updated 6th Edition reflects the latest advances in the field including significant enhancements to the coverage of serious threats to global health including COVID 19 respiratory and childhood viruses and sexually transmitted diseases New illustrations and additional learning features further clarify concepts reinforce understanding and help users confidently prepare for board exams and beyond Abundant full color images clarify microbial concepts structures and processes in vivid detail New Subject Review Tables broaden students understanding of chapter content with additional context and detail Paradigm boxes reinforce general principles through key examples Case Studies with problem solving questions questions provide insight into clinical applications of microbiology challenge students to apply what they ve learned to common clinical scenarios Key Concepts keep students focused on essential information Suggested Readings guide students to relevant field research Bolded Terms familiarize students with new or challenging terms New content related to the COVID 19 pandemic concerning the virology clinical features treatment and prevention of coronaviruses added to several relevant chapters prepares students for the clinical challenges ahead Lippincott R Connect features: Full access to the digital version of the book wi