Objective

To understand the pathogenesis of Mycobacterium tuberculosis infections, Nocardia infections, Actinomycosis and Pseudomonas bacterium.
To be able to identify specific patient risk factors associated with these infections.
To be able to identify virulence factors of the microorganisms involved.
To become familiar with the therapy of these infections.

Recommended reading:

Sherris Medical Microbiology, Chapter;4OI, 417 and 353

DEVELOPED BY: Constance T. Pachucki, M.D.

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