Pediatric Physical Diagnosis

This is the second edition of a successful textbook which puts emphasis on the study and knowledge of normality in physical diagnosis, in order to better appreciate, describe, diagnose and treat the abnormal. Clearly written and generously illustrated, it describes in practical step-by-step, head-to-toe procedures, the diagnostic examination of the newborn, child and adolescent. It provides a novel approach to the recognition and description of physical findings. This book is divided into 4 sections - Introduction to the Concept of Normality, Taking the History, Physical Examinations, and Specialised Examinations. It emphasises the importance of both subjective and objective observations, of distinguishing between the two, and of the use of exact measurements whenever possible.This book is comprehensive and easy to use, the text flows easily and understandably, unusual or key words are defined, rare diseases, unusual syndromes and name-dropping are avoided wherever possible. In short, this new edition of "Pediatric Physical Diagnosis" is an enjoyable, invaluable reference for both the beginner and the experienced physician and for trainees specialising in pediatrics and neonatology. DR BALU H ATHREYA Clinical Director, Children's Seashore House, New Jersey, USAChief Pediatric Rheumatology Centre, Children's Hospital Philadelphia, USAAssociate Prof of Pediatrics, School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, USA - PROF BASIL ZITELLI Chief Pitsburg Children's Hosptial, USA Table of Contents 1. Objectively Describing Normality 2. Defining Normality: What is Normal? 3. Techniques in History Taking 4. Three Basic Steps in Diagnosis 5. History Taking by Systems 6. General Physical Examination 7. Regional and System Physical Examination 7A Head, Neck and Sensory Organs 7B Chest (including heart and lungs) 7C Abdomen and Genitalia 7D Skin 7E Musculoskeletal System 7F Central Nervous System 8. Developmental and Behavioural Assessment 9. Physical Examination of the Newborn Infant 10. Examination of the Adolescent