Mycobacterium bovis Infection in Animals and Humans

Mycobacterium bovis Infection, 2nd Edition

Mycobacterium bovis Infection in Animals and Humans, Second Edition is a comprehensive reference on bovine tuberculosis and its impact on animal and human health. Written by international tuberculosis specialists, it explores the bacterium’s virulence mechanisms, host immune responses, diagnostic methods, and molecular techniques used in epidemiological investigations. The book also examines disease control strategies and the economic consequences of outbreaks across different animal species, supporting veterinary professionals, researchers, diagnosticians, and public health specialists.

Key Features:

• Provides comprehensive coverage of Mycobacterium bovis infection in animals and humans
• Explains the biology and virulence mechanisms of the tuberculosis-causing bacterium
• Examines host immune responses and mechanisms of resistance to infection
• Covers diagnostic approaches for identifying M. bovis infection
• Discusses modern molecular techniques for epidemiological investigations
• Explores disease transmission and its implications for animal and human health
• Reviews tuberculosis control programs in domestic animals
• Examines the economic impact of outbreaks in different animal species
• Includes contributions from international tuberculosis and public health specialists
• Serves as a reference for veterinarians, diagnosticians, researchers, regulatory officials, students, and instructors