514 / 5000 Knowledge of the microorganisms of clinical importance: structural characteristics, virulence factors, diagnostic possibilities, related diseases, methods of diffusion. Distinction between zoonoses and infectious diseases affecting only human hosts (identification of reservoirs). Risk of contagion in relation to "high infectious risk" behaviors and / or contexts and the possibility of prevention through the use of vaccination, antibiotic prophylaxis and the use of personal protective equipment.
Course Prerequisites
None.
Teaching Methods
Lectures.
Assessment Methods
Written exam. 20 multiple choice quizzes.
Texts
Microbiologia Clinica Eudes Lanciotti. Casa Editrice Ambrosiana.
Microbiologia clinica per i corsi di laurea in medicina e chirurgia e per le professioni sanitarie. Roberto Cevenini. Piccin-Nuvo Libraria.
Microbiologia Medica Alessandro Poli UTET
Contents
Structure of the bacterial and fungal cell; virus definition. Distinction between strict and opportunistic pathogen, between infectious and contagious disease. Mechanical and humoral barriers to the entry and spread of microorganisms. Disinfection versus sterilization (methods). Sterile areas of the organism and composition of the microbiota. Reservoirs of pathogenic microorganisms, bacterial growth curve, diagnostic possibilities (direct classical / molecular and indirect methods). Antibiotics and antibiotic resistance. Vaccines. Microorganisms and the environment: legionellosis, borreliosis, zoonoses, diseases due to the ingestion of contaminated water / food, skin infections and healthcare-related infections. The main microorganisms of clinical interest: enterobacteria, staphylococci, streptococci, neisserie. General aspects, pathogenic factors and related diseases. The essential behavioral aspects aimed at managing the infectious risk. Examples.
Course Language
Italian
More information
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