Pediatria

A comprehensive textbook of paediatrics in which childhood disease is described within the context of social determinants of illness, such as genetic origins and social factors. The emphasis is on differential diagnosis from a presenting problem viewpoint, making it suitable for any problem-based learning style of curriculum.

A complete revision of this successful pocketbook, the fourteenth edition of A Paediatric Vade-Mecum provides the junior doctor and trainee grade paediatrician with invaluable information on the diagnosis and management of illness in children, and with practical evidence-based advice for the safe and effective management of the sick child. Retaining the easy-to-digest style that has made previous editions so popular, the content has been restructed into five major sections: acute paediatric problems, outpatient paediatrics, formulary, normal values and glossary of terms, with entries in sections 1 and 2 organised alphabetically for ease of reference. Pre-registration house officers, SHOs and SpRs in Paediatrics, and GPs in training should not be without a personal copy.

The new edition of this major text focuses on fetology, discussing fetal development, fetal diagnosis and monitoring, and medical and surgical management of the fetus. In neonatology, it covers maternal factors influencing neonatal outcome, management of high-risk pregnancy, and neonatal resuscitation. Discussions are organized by organ system, diagnosis, treatment, management, and critical care techniques.

Many children are operated on by surgeons who are not pediatric specialists. And many of these surgeons are familiar with minimally invasive techniques, yet hesitate to conduct laparoscopy in young patients. This book provides the knowledge they require and gives technical advice concerning the performance of the most frequent laparoscopic procedures in small children. The text provides a step-by-step approach and technical guide with little text and many instructive drawings. Diagnostic criteria are also discussed.

This user-friendly text in question-and-answer format is intended for the general pediatric practitioner as well as family physicians, especially those in the office and clinic setting. Emphasis is on common questions and issues encountered in everyday practice. Coverage also includes special topics such as travel medicine and emerging infections (Hanta virus, West Nile virus, etc.). A practical, useful chapter addresses vaccine myths and facts. The text concludes with a useful chapter on fingertip facts.

This comprehensive account of the biological basis and clinical management of childhood asthma and other wheezing disorders brings together all the aspects necessary for full understanding by the trainee or practising respiratory physician, paediatrician, or specialist nurse of therapist. The text reviews the nature of childhood asthma, its developmental and biological origins and its impact both for the individual and for society. In each section the scientific background is brought together with comprehensive clinical information, reviewed where possible with an evidence base in mind, providing the reader with informed guidance to best practice. Thoroughly revised and updated throughout, this second edition reflects the significant developments that have occurred in the field during recent years. Advances in medical genetics are discussed, new techniques for investigation of inflammatory processes and for the evaluation of the impact of childhood asthma are described fully, additional information on the aetiology of this condition is provided and the pharmacology section includes a description of the leukotriene receptor agonists, the first novel drug therapy to emerge for 20 years. An entirely new section devoted to 'asthma around the world' including personal perspectives from clinicians from Japan, Africa, Latin America, and elsewhere has also been added. The book continues to place childhood asthma in a wider social context, with sections on teachning and training for health professionals outside the hospital setting and the delivery of care in the community. It remains essential reading for all paediatricians and respiratory physicians in training and in practice, and will also provide invaluable reference material for other health care professionals caring for babies, children and adolescents with asthma and wheezing disorders.

This book introduces, explores and clearly explains acupuncture and related techniques used in the treatment of children. The author is a practicing pediatrician with many years' experience in both working with children and as an acupuncture practitioner. The book introduces important concepts of childhood development that integrate conventional theories with the Traditional Chinese Medicine theories presented in the classic texts. It covers a variety of acupuncture techniques, including non-invasive approaches (such as electrical stimulation, laser and magnet therapy) which are particularly helpful with children. Full treatment protocols are given for 22 common pediatric conditions, with a particular emphasis on treatments which are safe, simple and readily accepted by children. In addition, issues of diet and immunization are explored by the author.

Thoroughly revised and updated, the 4th Edition of this practical reference presents superbly illustrated guidance on the visual diagnosis of hundreds of common and important pediatric disorders. Accompanying text emphasizes pertinent historical factors, examination techniques, visual findings, and diagnostic methods rather than therapy. Expanded coverage from new contributors enhances readers' diagnostic skills, enabling them to take advantage of the best treatment options available.

The field of community paediatrics continues to change and grow in importance, as more care is given in the community and the impact of the environment and public health issues on children's health and welfare are recognised. Today, all trainees in paediatrics, nursing, health visiting and speech and occupational therapy must be familiar with the key issues in this field. This title provides a superb introduction to child health in the community for those with some experience of clinical paediatrics and is an excellent text for self-directed learning and examination preparation. Its emphasis is on the social and educational significance of paediatric problems, bringing together he latest research and guidelines in both the UK and other countries.

Perfect for quick consultation, this popular resource uses an easy-to-follow, modified outline format to provide authoritative content on all aspects of paediatrics! Where appropriate, body systems sections include sub-sections on symptoms, diseases, critical states, and common procedures. Comprehensive and up-to-date, it explores important topics such as illness prevention, ethical issues, nutrition, behavior/psychology, infections, emergencies, and poisonings.

This book provides a consistent, analytical approach practitioners use to reach a definitive diagnosis when resolving problems of their patients. The sections of each chapter answer three basic questions: What are the diagnostic possibilities? How can I diagnose each one? What is my approach to this problem? The structure of each chapter follows this logical sequence of the diagnostic process with the last section discussing the diagnostic approach to a definitive diagnosis. Plus--an easy-to-use table of contents listing the signs and symptoms in alphabetical order