Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, Volume 1

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Richard E. Behrman, Robert Kliegman, Hal B. Jenson
Elsevier España, 2004 - Medical - 2618 pages
The 17th Edition of this best-selling, classic text provides state-of-the-art coverage of all medical and surgical disorders in children. Readers will find complete, authoritative information on genetics, endocrinology, aetiology, epidemiology, pathology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and prognosis.

Many new contributors have been added, and the text has been revised and updated, including substantial revisions to sections on allergic disorders, the upper and lower respiratory tracts, neoplastic diseases and tumours, diabetes mellitus in children, neuromuscular disorders, behavioral and psychologic disorders, and the ear. This classic text has been enhanced with redrawn artwork, additional tables and boxes to highlight key points, and an enhanced two-colour design.

  • Includes completely revised sections on allergic disorders
  • the upper respiratory tract
  • the lower respiratory tract
  • neoplastic diseases and tumors
  • diabetes mellitus in children
  • neuromuscular disorders
  • behavioral and psychological disorders
  • and the ear.
  • Features enhanced and redrawn artwork for enhanced clarity, additional boxes and tables that highlight key points, and an enhanced 2-color design.
  • Presents fresh perspectives from a wealth of new contributors.
  • Offers completely updated and streamlined content from cover to cover.
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