Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)
4th Edition
ISBN: 9780321918550
Author: Robert W. Bauman Ph.D.
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 20, Problem 6MC
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Meninges are the layers of tissues which surrounds the brain and spinal cord. This provides support and protection to the brain and spinal cord from external shock. Infection of meninges is called as meningitis, which is caused by various microbes that are carried in the blood and lymph by killing cells of meninges.
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Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)
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