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The new, 2nd Edition of this practical guide employs a sign-oriented approach to the diagnosis of both common and rare medical disorders. This comprehensive collection of clinical pictures, organized by anatomical region, reflects actual clinical practice where a diagnosis has to be constructed from a single sign or a collection of signs. Fundamental, pathognomonic, and commonly seen specific and non-specific clinical signs are presented with clinical features highlighted for rapid recognition and interpretation. In addition, the book provides guidance on appropriate bedside clinical tests for establishing diagnoses.
Presents over 1,300 high quality photographs―complemented by concise explanatory text―to aid in diagnosis.
Covers all general medical problems as well as disorders in dermatology, neurology, rheumatology, ophthalmology, and endocrinology.
Organized logically by anatomic area.
Explanatory captions added to all illustrations
Greater coverage of clinical conditions with new photographs
Revised and improved text design with larger page format.
Publisher : Saunders Ltd.; 2nd edition (September 19, 2003)
Language : English
Paperback : 336 pages
ISBN-10 : 0702026689
ISBN-13 : 978-0702026683
