Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis (Hardcover) by Robert Kliegman, Heather Toth, Brett J Bordini

Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis, by Drs. Robert M. Kliegman, Patricia S. Lye, Brett Bordini, Heather Toth, and Donald Basel, uses a unique, step-by-step, symptom-based approach to differential diagnosis of diseases and disorders in children and adolescents. Conveniently linked to the world?s best-selling pediatric reference, Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 20th Edition, it focuses on the symptoms you?re likely to see in general practice, as well as uncommon disorders. You?ll find clear guidance on exactly what to consider and how to proceed when faced with a host of common symptoms such as cough, fever, headache, chest pain, gait disturbances, and many more. Features a practical, symptom-based approach that enables you to form an accurate diagnosis. Uses the same consistent, step-by-step presentation in every chapter: History, Physical Examination, Diagnosis (including laboratory tests), Imaging, Diagnosis, and Treatment. Covers new approaches to diagnostic imaging and genetic testing, new diagnostic guidelines, BRUE (brief resolved unexplained event), stroke in children, behavior disorders, syncope, recurrent fever syndromes, and much more. Includes full-color illustrations, algorithms, tables, and "red flags" to aid differential diagnosis. Serves as an ideal companion to Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 20th Edition. Content in this book is referenced and linked electronically to the larger text, providing easy access to full background and evidence-based treatment and management content when you own both references. Expert Consult? eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices. Nelson branded ? authoritative, market leading content Links and references to Nelson ? cross referencing provides the reader with a full understanding and background, plus evidence-based treatment and management New named diseases ? up to date New diagnostic procedures ? up to date Illustrations and images from Nelson ? up to date and easy to use illustrations and images 4-color ? color coded step-by-step approach New design ? more content in less space References online only ? takes the reader directly to PubMed citation and leaves more room in the print for DDx content