Davidson's Principles & Practice of Medicine is an internationally famous and best-selling textbook of general (or internal) medicine, renowned for providing a rational and easily understood basis for the practice of clinical medicine. Since it was first published this comprehensive text has met the requirements of several generations of medical students preparing for their examinations, while serving as a valuable reference for doctors in training. The publication of the Nineteenth Edition marks the fiftieth anniversary ...
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Davidson's Principles & Practice of Medicine is an internationally famous and best-selling textbook of general (or internal) medicine, renowned for providing a rational and easily understood basis for the practice of clinical medicine. Since it was first published this comprehensive text has met the requirements of several generations of medical students preparing for their examinations, while serving as a valuable reference for doctors in training. The publication of the Nineteenth Edition marks the fiftieth anniversary of the first publication of the book, during which time over 2,000,000 copies have been sold. Medicine is the most dynamic of biological disciplines; while the basic principles remain unaltered, current practice is undergoing exponential change. This new edition of Davidson's Principles & Practice of Medicine, aims to reflect this transformation, whilst at the same time continuing the tradition of providing a concise, yet up-to-date and comprehensive text on clinical medicine. Many doctors preparing for postgraduate qualifications such as the MRCP value Davidson as a core text, while for a large number of general practitioners, nurses, pharmacists and other health-care professionals Davidson has proven to be an easy-to-use reference source. This truly international textbook has a large following of medical students and doctors all around the globe; their numerous comments have helped shape the development of the book over 50 years. In this latest edition the formation of the International Advisory Board, a panel of 27 distinguished academics and clinicians from 12 countries, has led to significant input to the content of the book ensuring that Davidson maintains its international perspective and world-wide reputation.New two-page overviews of the important elements of the clinical examination at the beginning of each system-based chapter Expanded sections on major manifestations of disease provide a practical, problem-orientated diagnostic guide in all system-based chapters Boxes and tables classified and colour-coded according to the type of information they present Over 175 evidence-based medicine panels summarising the results of systematic reviews and randomised controlled trials in key therapeutic areas New 'Issues in older people' boxes throughout highlight the important aspects of medical practice in the elderly population A thoroughly revised and restructured chapter on infectious diseases with a problem-based approach New discrete chapters on Diabetes and Clinical Genetics A multi-disciplinary author team of physicians and surgeons to give a wider perspective on clinical management A list of up-to-date reviews and useful websites with links to management guidelines included at the end of each chapter Over 1000 illustrations, including many new X-rays, scans, colour photographs and drawings A combined index and glossary of medical acronyms, expanded to include more than 10,000 subject entries An International Advisory Board providing invaluable advice to ensure that Davidson maintains its international perspective and world-wide reputation A highly respected textbook with a truly international reputation for clarity and thorough explanation of clinical medicine Presented in colour throughout More 'student friendly' - major manifestations of disease colour-coded throughout and indexed through a contents list on the inside cover - information summary boxes and tables used extensively throughout to break up the text - includes outlines of clinical examination in all system chapters - evidence-based medical guidelines included throughout - surgical aspects of medical disease now included - geriatric issues highlighted throughout the book - a clear and attractive presentation of clinical medicine - each chapter reviewed by a junior doctor to ensure appropriateness for clinical studies.Highly illustrated with over 1,000 colour photographs and drawings as well as radiological images
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