by Kenneth B. Roberts

Now in its updated Fifth Edition, this Spiral(R) Manual is a handy quick-reference guide to the management of major clinical problems in pediatrics. In 110 concise and easy-to-read chapters, the manual provides the essential information the clinician needs during office visits or on the wards.Coverage encompasses the full range of emergent, acute, and chronic disorders, as well as problems related to growth, development, and behavior. For each disorder, the book succinctly summarizes the essential pathophysiology, the clinical presentation, the diagnostic workup, and the principles of treatment. Carefully selected and annotated references are provided for each topic.Paperback edition available only in selected countries. Please check with your local representative or distributor.