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The Oxford Handbook of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology: An Invaluable Resource for Healthcare Professionals

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The Oxford Handbook of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases. Written by a team of leading experts, the handbook provides up-to-date information on the latest advances in the field, including new diagnostic techniques, antimicrobial agents, and vaccines.

The handbook is divided into five sections:

Oxford Handbook of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology (Oxford Medical Handbooks)

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General principles of infection
Specific infections
Laboratory diagnosis of infection
Treatment of infection
Prevention of infection

The section on general principles of infection provides an overview of the immune system, the pathogenesis of infection, and the principles of antimicrobial therapy. The section on specific infections covers a wide range of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections, including common infections such as pneumonia, influenza, and urinary tract infections, as well as more rare and emerging infections such as Ebola virus disease and Zika virus infection.

The section on laboratory diagnosis of infection describes the different methods used to identify and characterize infectious agents, including microscopy, culture, and molecular diagnostics. The section on treatment of infection provides detailed guidance on the use of antimicrobial agents, including dosing, administration, and monitoring. The section on prevention of infection covers a wide range of topics, including immunization, hand hygiene, and infection control.

The Oxford Handbook of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology is an essential resource for healthcare professionals of all levels, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and laboratory technicians. The handbook provides up-to-date information on the latest advances in the field, and it is written in a clear and concise style that makes it easy to use.

Here are some of the key features of the Oxford Handbook of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology:

Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of infectious diseases and microbiology
Written by a team of leading experts in the field
Up-to-date information on the latest advances in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
Clear and concise writing style
Portable and easy to use

If you are a healthcare professional who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest advances in infectious diseases and microbiology, then the Oxford Handbook of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology is the perfect resource for you.

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