Microbial Pathogenesis and the Intestinal Epithelial Cell (Hardcover)
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A review and analysis of research and investigations from the perspective of the host intestinal epithelial cell. - Examines the effects of enteric microbial pathogens on host intestinal epithelial cell function and physiology, as well as the signaling events responsible for these functional consequences. - Covers the normal structure and function of the gastrointestinal tract is covered and focuses on specific microbial pathogens. - Examines the results of studies utilizing nonintestinal cell models within the context of findings obtained from model intestinal epithelial systems. - Emphasizes relevant physiological endpoints.