Veterinary Microbiology and Microbial Disease

Description

Veterinary Microbiology is concerned with microbial (bacterial, fungal, viral) diseases of domesticated animals (livestock, companion animals, fur-bearing animals, game, poultry, fish) that supply food, other useful products or companionship. This book is an essential text for students of veterinary medicine. This edition is for pre-clinical and clinical veterinary students in a comprehensive manner. Different chapters deal with bacteriology, mycology and virology. It is written by an expert with many years of teaching experience. The book provides concise descriptions of groups of microorganisms and the diseases which they cause. Microbial pathogens are discussed in separate sections which provide information on the more important features of each microorganism and its role in the pathogenesis of diseases of animals. Tables, illustrations, diagrams and flow diagrams in the book provide information in an easily assimilated format. This edition contains chapters on molecular diagnostics and on infectious conditions of the skin, cardiovascular system, urinary tract and musculoskeletal system. In addition, microbial diseases of wild animals living in captivity, or as members of the feral fauna are also considered. Studies of antimicrobial resistance are also included. Readers will find this text very valuable.