Publisher's Synopsis
Elements of Clinical Bacteriology: For Physicians and Students (1900) by Ernst Levy is a comprehensive guide to the study of bacteria and their role in infectious diseases. The book is intended for use by physicians and medical students who are interested in understanding the principles and practices of clinical bacteriology. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of bacteriology. The first section provides an overview of the history of bacteriology, including the discovery of bacteria and the development of techniques for their study. The second section covers the morphology and physiology of bacteria, including their structure, growth, and metabolism. The third section focuses on the pathogenicity of bacteria and their role in infectious diseases. This section covers topics such as the classification of bacteria based on their pathogenicity, the mechanisms by which bacteria cause disease, and the principles of antimicrobial therapy. The fourth section of the book covers laboratory methods for the identification and characterization of bacteria. This section includes information on the collection and transport of clinical specimens, staining techniques, and culture methods. The final section of the book covers specific bacterial pathogens, including those responsible for tuberculosis, diphtheria, tetanus, and cholera. Each pathogen is discussed in detail, with information on its epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, and treatment. Overall, Elements of Clinical Bacteriology: For Physicians and Students (1900) is a comprehensive and detailed guide to the study of bacteria and their role in infectious diseases. It provides a valuable resource for medical students and physicians who are interested in understanding the principles and practices of clinical bacteriology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
