The below mentioned article provides a study note on Pathogens and Pathogenicity. Introduction to Microbial Pathogenicity: Sources and Spread of Infection in the Community: Pathology is the ability of the microbes to initiate the infection. It requires three tributes: (1) Transmissibility or communicability — from one host or reservoir to a fresh host; (2) Infectivity — the ability to breach [...]
In this article we will discuss about Common Nosocomial Infections:- 1. Types of Common Nosocomial Infections 2. Prevention of Common Nosocomial Infections. Types of Common Nosocomial Infections: 1. Urinary tract infection: About 40% of hospital acquired infections occur in the urinary tract and are usually associated with catheterisation and instrumentation of urethra, bladder or kidneys. Initial infection is caused by [...]
The below mentioned article provides a short note on Meningitis. Introduction: Leptomeningitis is an inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord (para-arachnoid). It may be caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi and protozoa. Infection may occur either through the blood (blood borne) or by direct spread along sinuses and veins from other parts of the body. Acute pyogenic [...]