Campylobacter, 3rd edition
2008

Campylobacter, 3rd edition

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Author Information

Author(s): Altekruse Sean F.

Primary Institution: National Institutes of Health, Rockville, Maryland, USA

Conclusion

The third edition of this book serves as a valuable reference, documenting advances in the field of Campylobacter research over the past 25 years.

Supporting Evidence

  • This book documents advances in Campylobacter spp. molecular biology, epidemiology, immunology, and food safety interventions.
  • It provides an overview of the taxonomy of Campylobacter and related species.
  • Chapters review clinical and epidemiologic aspects of human infections.
  • Current methods for examining antibiotic resistance and mechanisms of resistance are discussed.
  • The book includes a summary of risk factors associated with human campylobacteriosis.

Takeaway

This book is like a big, helpful guide about Campylobacter germs and how they affect people and food safety.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.3201/eid1412.081165

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