Hutchison's Atlas of Pediatric Physical Diagnosis

 This book is a complete guide to the diagnosis of diseases and disorders in children, with an emphasis on the importance of accurate history taking and thorough physical examination. 

Each disorder is presented in a step by step manner, beginning with its etiology and pathology, then clinical features and differential diagnosis. Key learning points are provided at the end of each topic.

The final sections discuss related topics including prescribing for children (a separate chapter examines prescription for play), rehabilitation, emotional and behavioural disorders, nutrition, and surgical oncology.  

Edited by recognised, Glasgow-based specialists Krishna M Goel and Robert Carachi, this comprehensive manual includes more than 1600 clinical photographs and illustrations.

 

Key points

• Comprehensive guide to diagnosis of paediatric diseases and disorders
• Emphasis on importance of accurate history taking and thorough physical examination
• Edited by recognised, Glasgow-based Consultant Paediatricians
• Includes more than 1600 photographs and illustrations