Case Discussions in Clinical Microbiology

Infectious diseases are the major cause of death globally and lead to the death of a substantial number of the population residing in the tropical and subtropical regions. The clinical presentations of infectious diseases have also significantly evolved. Less virulent pathogens are contracting infections due to the rise of the immunocompromised population. Meanwhile, most bacteria and fungi pose antimicrobial resistance.

Several novel diagnostic techniques are being designed to rapidly diagnose various infectious diseases and accurately identify their causative pathogens. Molecular diagnostics, in conjunction with a clinical clue, are proving to be handy tools for an early diagnosis, thereby delineating the extent of disease in a particular patient. Often the decision of empiric antimicrobial choice for a particular patient with an infection is a challenge. To cope with the changing epidemiological scenario, newer therapeutics, and diagnostic modalities, medical students and professionals involved in patient care need to be updated from time to time.

Dr. Sampath Jayaweera (Author) has done a remarkable job of going through the voluminous information and presenting it in a very lucid, concise, and reproducible manner. This book will ideally be suited for medical students and post-graduate trainees preparing for various examinations and entrance tests.