Concise and easy to read Murray¿s Basic Medical Microbiology: Foundations and Clinical Cases
2nd Edition provides a solid foundation in the principles of microbiology preparing you not
only for examinations but also for the transition to clinical application. Authored by Dr.
Patrick Murray the lead author of the bestselling Medical Microbiology this clearly written
condensed text offers a straightforward practical introduction to this challenging topic. It
provides complete coverage of the most commonly observed organisms and diseases numerous case
studies review questions and up-to-date content throughout including coverage of COVID-19.
Features a logical organization by organism focusing on the association between an organism
and disease. Provides over 180 clinical cases to strengthen understanding of infectious
organisms in a clinical setting. Includes a brand new section with devoted chapters on diseases
affecting each body system and the multiple organisms that may be responsible to help sharpen
clinical reasoning skills. Includes differential diagnosis organism classification overview
and a list of antimicrobials used to treat infections in the introductory chapter of each
organism section reinforcing clinical application and relevance. Contains numerous tables and
high-quality illustrations that offer visual guidance and an easy review of key material.
Includes more multiple-choice review questions to aid in self-assessment and examination
preparation. Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to
access all of the text figures and references from the book on a variety of devices.
