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Mycobacterium Tuberculosis - Diagnosis and Treatment

Offered By: Medicosis Perfectionalis via YouTube

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Microbiology Courses Infectious Diseases Courses Tuberculosis Courses Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Courses

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Explore a comprehensive 15-minute video on the diagnosis and treatment of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB) in this microbiology lecture. Delve into key aspects of TB and related mycobacteria, including M. leprae, M. marinum, M. avium complex, and M. bovis. Learn about diagnostic techniques such as acid-fast staining methods, tuberculin skin tests, and culture methods. Understand the unique characteristics of mycobacteria, including their high guanine-cytosine content, lipid-rich cell walls, and the formation of serpentine cord factors. Explore the pathogenesis of TB, including its transmission through droplets, aerosol infection, and the formation of caseating granulomas. Discover various clinical manifestations like constrictive pericarditis and Pott disease. Gain insights into the role of T lymphocytes in the immune response and the fastidious nature of mycobacterial cultures. This video is part of a microbiology and infectious diseases series designed for healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, lab scientists, dentists, pharmacists, and physician assistants.

Syllabus

Mycobacterium tuberculosis (TB) — Diagnosis and Treatment — Microbiology


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Medicosis Perfectionalis

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