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.

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