Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties (Oxford Medical Handbooks)

Now in its 25th year, the __Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties__ has been revised and updated by a trusted author team to bring you practical, up-to-date clinical advice and a unique outlook on the practice of medicine. Twelve books in one, this is the ultimate guide to the core clinical specialties for students, junior doctors, and specialists. This edition features a new and improved referencing system guided by a team of junior doctors, ensuring that the text is packed with valuable references to the most salient data and guidelines across the specialties. Each chapter has been updated on the advice of a team of specialists, to bring you everything you need for any eventuality on the ward or in the field. This essential handbook guides the reader through the management of an unprecedented spectrum of conditions and eventualties, from sexual health to major incident management. Compact and filled with high quality artwork, directions to further reading, and wise advice, this book is an ideal resource for revision and reference on the go. With its companion volume, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties offers a unique perspective on the practice of medicine. Filled with wit, wisdom, and humanity, this book draws on literature, history, and personal experience to teach a philosophy of medicine that always puts the patient at the centre of compassionate care. It is a trustworthy companion for anyone with the spirit of self-improvement and a passion for their practice. "This latest edition of the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties continues its long tradition of providing a unique resource for medical students and junior doctors. It is an excellent companion for anyone who would like an introduction to the medical specialties, those who practice across a wide range of specialties, or whose field interacts with many other specialties. It is also ideal for those who simply enjoy broadening their medical knowledge, knowing that they will be equipped for any eventuality on the ward or in the field!" There has been a substantial increase in the number of full-colour images and diagrams, helping the reader to develop their diagnostic skills and guiding them along the best course for management of an unprecedented spectrum of conditions, from acute glaucoma to zoster infection. Best evidence, advances in practice, and guidelines are all fully updated, including the latest BLS, APLS, and ATLS approaches. Furthermore, it gives practical insight into topics such as major incident management, and the assessment of developmental milestones in children. There are also new features throughout the book that help clear the mists from often confusing medical terminology. Cover 1 Contents 1 Front cover 1 Back cover -1 Drugs 1 Preface to the ninth edition 1 Preface to the first edition 1 Conflicts of interest: none declared 1 Understanding our patients 1 What happens when ward rounds collide? 1 Dedication 1 Acknowledgments 1 How to use this book 1 A note on the use of pronouns 1 Symbols and abbreviations 1 1 Obstetrics 1 2 Paediatrics 1 3 Gynaecology 1 4 Psychiatry 1 5 Ophthalmology 1 6 Primary care 1 7 Ear, nose and throat diseases 1 8 Dermatology 1 9 Anaesthesia 1 10 Unusual eponymous syndromes 1 11 Orthopaedics and trauma 1 12 Pre-hospital immediate care 1 Index 1 A 1 B 1 C 1 D 1 E 1 F 1 G 1 H 1 I 1 J 1 K 1 L 1 M 1 N 1 O 1 P 1 Q 1 R 1 S 1 T 1 U 1 V 1 W 1 X 1 Y 1 Z 1 Twelve books in one, the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Specialties is the ultimate companion to the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine. This new edition has been fully updated to provide all the relevant knowledge needed in modern clinical practice, and maintains its unique patient-centred outlook on medicine. This pack will take readers from their medical school rotations and examinations, throughout their foundation programme and into the first few years as a junior doctor