Author Description
Now Fully Revised And Updated With The Latest Guidelines, This New Edition Of The Oxford Handbook Of Paediatrics Is A Compact Guide To All Aspects Of Acute And Chronic Paediatrics. The Handbook's Team Of Specialist Contributors And Editors Have Successfully Condensed Many Years Of Clinical Experience Into A Pocket-sized Compendium Of Clinical Problems And Treatment Options. Taking A Child-centred Approach To The Subject, The Authors Have Provided Comprehensive Coverage Of Areas Such As Neonatology, Surgery, Genetics And Congenital Malformations, And Child Protection In A User-friendly And Succinct Style. Sections Are Also Devoted To Covering The Treatment Of Children In The Community, And The Psychological Effects Of Illness On Both The Child And Their Family. All Chapters Have Been Updated For This New Edition, With Completely Overhauled Chapters On Neurology And Respiratory Medicine, The Latest Management Guidelines On Inherited Metabolic Disease, Further Information On Medical And Research Ethics, And Enhanced Usage Of Diagnostic And Treatment Algorithms. With Practical Advice And Space For Personalized Notes, This Handbook Will Be Invaluable To All Those Involved In The Care Of The Younger Patient.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This handbook serves as a comprehensive, portable clinical reference designed to provide evidence-based guidance for the management of acute and chronic conditions in paediatric patients. The authors, a team of specialist clinicians and editors, synthesize years of practical experience into a structured format that prioritizes a child-centred approach to medical care. By integrating the latest clinical guidelines and diagnostic algorithms, the text aims to assist healthcare professionals in navigating complex paediatric presentations efficiently.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Clinical protocols for neonatology, surgery, and genetics.
- Guidance on child protection and community-based paediatric care.
- Updated management strategies for inherited metabolic diseases.
- Diagnostic and treatment algorithms for neurology and respiratory medicine.
Scope Limits
- Does not provide exhaustive theoretical background or long-form research papers.
- Excludes detailed pharmacological monographs beyond standard treatment options.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical professionals frequently identify this text as a standard, high-utility resource for clinical rotations and daily practice due to its concise, pocket-sized format. Experts note that the handbook successfully balances breadth of coverage with the practical density required for rapid decision-making in clinical settings.
Page Count:
1120
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
ISBN-10:
0191503053
ISBN-13:
9780191503054
Health
Medical
Reference
Paediatrics