About the Book

Clinical Microbiology: Diagnostics and Treatment provides a detailed exploration of the role of microbiology in diagnosing and treating infectious diseases. The book covers the latest diagnostic techniques, including molecular methods, culture-based approaches and rapid testing, to identify pathogens and determine their susceptibility to treatment. It also examines the therapeutic strategies for managing infections, focusing on antimicrobial agents, resistance mechanisms and emerging therapies. The book emphasizes the importance of accurate diagnostics in guiding treatment decisions and improving patient outcomes. With its comprehensive coverage of both practical and clinical aspects, this volume is an invaluable resource for medical professionals, researchers and students in microbiology and infectious disease medicine.

Scope

This book provides a comprehensive overview of clinical microbiology, focusing on the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of microbial infections. It covers the latest techniques and methodologies for detecting pathogens, understanding their mechanisms of disease, and implementing effective treatment strategies. The book also addresses emerging infectious diseases, antibiotic resistance, and the role of microbiology in clinical practice and patient management. It is intended for students, clinicians, and researchers in microbiology, infectious diseases, and clinical medicine. Topics to Cover: Introduction to Clinical Microbiology, Microbial Pathogens: Classification and Characteristics, Diagnostic Techniques: Culture, Microscopy, and Molecular Methods, Serological and Immunological Diagnostic Tests, Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing and Resistance Mechanisms, Principles of Infection Control and Prevention, Bacterial Infections: Common Pathogens and Diseases, Viral Infections: Diagnosis and Treatment, Fungal Infections: Identification and Management, Parasitic Infections: Diagnosis and Treatment Strategies, Emerging Infectious Diseases and Global Health Concerns, Hospital-Acquired Infections and Antimicrobial Stewardship, Diagnostic Microbiology in Pediatrics and Geriatrics, Molecular Diagnostics: PCR, Sequencing, and Genotyping, Rapid Diagnostic Techniques: Point-of-Care Testing, Infectious Disease Epidemiology and Surveillance, Clinical Implications of Antibiotic Resistance, Management of Multidrug-Resistant Pathogens, Vaccination and Immunization in Infectious Disease Prevention, Microbial Pathogenesis and Host-Pathogen Interactions, Clinical Microbiological Aspects of Sexually Transmitted Infections, Zoonotic Infections and Their Clinical Management, Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Response Strategies, Genomic and Proteomic Approaches in Clinical Microbiology, Bioinformatics in Pathogen Identification and Resistance Profiling, Ethical and Legal Issues in Clinical Microbiology, Microbial Biomarkers and Personalized Medicine, Clinical Case Studies and Diagnostic Challenges, Integrating Clinical Microbiology with Patient Care, Future Trends and Innovations in Clinical Microbiology.

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25 Oct 2025

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