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MRSA - The basics about Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcal Aureus

MRSA - The basics about Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcal Aureus

FromHospital and Internal Medicine Podcast


MRSA - The basics about Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcal Aureus

FromHospital and Internal Medicine Podcast

ratings:
Length:
11 minutes
Released:
May 12, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Resistance and virulence mechanisms are discussed.  Clinical presentations as well as the difference between colonization and infection are considered.Screening, prevention, and understanding Community Acquired MRSA vs Healthcare Acquired MRSA strains can be challenging, so practical information is presented for the common questions patients, families, and health care workers will often have.
Released:
May 12, 2013
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Intended for the medical professional who enjoys learning for the sake of it. Dr. Porat is a practicing Colorado Hospitalist and Board Certified in Internal Medicine.