Clinical Cases: A Step-by-Step Approach

This book of cases demonstrates the progression of presentations and complications over time, reflecting the average length of stay for a patient in hospital. It covers a range of sub-specialties and includes detailed diagrams and diagnostic imagery to aid understanding. The authors are experienced physicians and medical students.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 228 pages
Publication date: 12 April 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc

It is of utmost importance for medical students and junior doctors to acquire a comprehensive understanding of 'real-life medicine.' This innovative book of cases presents a captivating journey through the progression of a particular presentation, highlighting the diverse complications that may arise and evolve over time, often overlooked by the traditional 'snapshot in time' approach commonly employed in problem-based volumes. The content accurately reflects the average duration of a patient's hospital stay, where their circumstances can undergo numerous changes, necessitating adaptations in the management of chronic conditions as complications emerge.

The book showcases the genuine bedside experiences that medical students can anticipate, regardless of how they may present themselves. It encompasses a diverse range of cases selected from various sub-specialties, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the medical curriculum. Through detailed diagrams and diagnostic imagery, the book illustrates the intricate and progressive problems that physicians encounter during their practice, aiding in understanding and clarity.

Furthermore, it demonstrates the dynamic nature of differential diagnoses as more information becomes available and new symptoms arise. The book meticulously describes a typical initial hospital stay, followed by subsequent presentations to the general practitioner and hospital readmission.

The authors of this remarkable work are:

Dr. Andrew Solomon, a Consultant Physician at the East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust in Stevenage, United Kingdom.
Dr. Julia Anstey, a Foundation Doctor at the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust in Taunton, United Kingdom.
Dr. Liora Wittner, a Resident in Internal Medicine at the Shamir Medical Centre in Be'er Ya'akov, Israel.

Contributions to this book have also been made by:

Dr. Priti Dutta, a Consultant Radiologist at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust in London, United Kingdom.

This book serves as a valuable resource for medical students, providing them with a practical and immersive perspective on the complexities of 'real-life medicine.' It equips them with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the challenges and complexities of patient care, fostering a deeper understanding of the medical profession and preparing them for their future roles as healthcare professionals.

Weight: 530g
Dimension: 174 x 245 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780815367147