
Oxford Case Histories in Infectious Diseases and Microbiology
3rd Edition
Author: Hilary Humphreys, Bridgit Atkins, Andrew Woodhouse, William Irving
Narrator: Peter Lerman
Unabridged: 8 hr 15 min
Format: Digital Audiobook Download
Publisher: Tantor Media
Published: 09/29/2020
Categories: Nonfiction, Medical, Public Health
Synopsis
Each case comprises of a brief patient history with relevant clinical examination findings, thus insuring the listener is aware of how to confirm a diagnosis rapidly, with reference throughout to laboratory techniques, advice on therapy, epidemiological features, and areas which can be controversial.
The cases discussed include common and important pathogens, infections, and serious conditions due to risk of onward spread. Divided by main organ systems, the book also includes a section on systemic infections, and miscellaneous cases which don't fit neatly into one category.
It is a perfect self-assessment tool for clinical microbiology and infectious diseases postgraduate trainees. It will also be of interest to medical professionals working in critical care and public health.