Bacterial Disease Mechanisms An Introduction to Cellular Microbiology

Edition

1st edition

Published

2002

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

ISBN-13

9780521796897

ISBN-10

052179689X

Pages

656

Format

Paperback

Language

English

This introductory textbook explores bacterial disease mechanisms and bacteria-host interactions. The central premise is that bacteria have evolved by means of manipulating normal host cell functions and overcoming host defense systems to ensure their survival. As well as offering a new perspective on the classical bacterial virulence mechanisms, this book outlines the new molecular techniques developed to unravel the complexity of bacteria-host interactions. Current research may lead not only to a better understanding of disease mechanisms, but also to new means of preventing and/or treating bacterial infections.