Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties

Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties, 8th Revised edition--------------------------------------------------This latest edition of the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialtiescontinues its long tradition of providing a unique resource for medicalstudents and junior doctors. It is an excellent companion for anyonewho would like an introduction to the medical specialties, those whopractice across a wide range of specialties, or whose field interactswith many other specialties. It is also ideal for those who simplyenjoy broadening their medical knowledge, knowing that they will beequipped for any eventuality on the ward or in the field! There hasbeen a substantial increase in the number of full-colour images anddiagrams, helping the reader to develop their diagnostic skills andguiding them along the best course for management of an unprecedentedspectrum of conditions, from acute glaucoma to zoster infection. Bestevidence, advances in practice, and guidelines are all fully updated,including the latest BLS, APLS, and ATLS approaches. Furthermore, itgives practical insight into topics such as major incident management,and the assessment of developmental milestones in children.There arealso new features throughout the book that help clear the mists fromoften confusing medical terminology. In combination with its companionvolume, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine (with which thereis extensive and expansive cross referencing), the eighth edition shouldbe an essential companion for any medical trainee or practitioner withthe spirit of self-improvement and a verve for their practice.