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Product Description Antimicrobial Resistance in Bacteria of Animal Origin comprehensively examines the current research on antimicrobial resistance in the main veterinary and zoonotic pathogens, including resistance to disinfectants and metals used in agriculture. Providing a broad overview from a global perspective, this new volume is an important reference for students, researchers, public health experts, veterinarians, and anyone with an interest in resistant bacteria in animals. Written by experts in the field of antimicrobial resistance, the early chapters provide information on modes of action of antibiotics and mechanisms of bacterial resistance, in addition to exploring the history of antimicrobial use in agriculture. Several chapters are devoted to examination of antimicrobial resistance in specific bacteria, including: the family Pasteurellaceae, species of Campylobacter, pathogenic Escherichia coli, staphylococci, streptococci, and Enterococcus. Also detailed are phenotypic and molecular methods for susceptibility testing, regulatory mechanisms for usage of antibiotics, and methods for monitoring drug usage and resistance.
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Antimicrobial Resistance in Bacteria of Animal Origin This textbook was invaluable to my undergrad research project. I started with very little experience with the subject matter and gained a very firm knowledge base by reading this text. It was comprehensive, but still easy to read. The organization of the chapters was particularly helpful, allowing me to read the sections that pertained the most to my research first. It also presented a broad view, with details about antimicrobial use in many different countries. July 19, 2008