OXFORD HANDBOOK OF PAEDIATRICS

An exciting new addition to the Oxford Handbook Series, the Oxford Handbookof Paediatrics provides a compact guide to all aspects of acute and chronicpaediatrics. The Handbook's team of specialist contributors and editorshave successfully condensed many years of clinical experience into apocket-sized compendium of clinical problems and treatment options. Takinga 'child-centred' approach to the subject, the authors have providedcomprehensive coverage of areas such as neonatology, surgery, genetics andcongenital malformations and child protection in a user-friendly andsuccinct style. Sections are also devoted to covering the treatment ofchildren in the community, and the psychological effects of illness onboth the child and their family.With practical advice and space for personalised notes, this handbook willbe invaluable to all those involved in the care of the younger patient. A'must have' resource at all stages of training and in various clinicalpractice settings. Edition: First Pub Date: 2008 Pages: 1096 Illustrations 54 Cover Flexicover