Macleod's Clinical Examination

Macleod's Clinical Examination is a comprehensive textbook for medical students, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health practitioners, providing essential skills for taking a history and conducting proficient clinical examinations. The fifteenth edition is updated with 32 supplementary videos, new and revised content, and access to a searchable eBook. It covers general principles, relevant history, examination, and investigations for all major body systems, and helps practitioners apply these skills to specific clinical situations and prepare for assessments.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 20 April 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

Fifty years since its initial publication, Macleod's remains the preferred textbook for medical students, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health practitioners who recognize the importance of excelling in clinical examination as a fundamental component of effective practice. The fifteenth edition of this esteemed text is designed to impart valuable skills in taking a comprehensive history and conducting proficient clinical examinations, with the ultimate goal of eliciting the essential clinical symptoms and signs of disease. Spanning a wide range of topics, the book covers general principles, relevant history, examination, and investigations for all major body systems. It equips readers with the knowledge and techniques to effectively apply these skills to specific clinical situations and prepare for assessments.

Macleod's Clinical Examination is further enriched with 32 supplementary videos, showcasing key clinical examination routines described in the book. These videos, many of which have been newly created or revised for this edition, align with the latest guidance and best practices. Primarily aimed at medical students and early career clinicians, the book explains the physical basis of clinical signs to enhance understanding. It introduces the formulation of a differential diagnosis, a crucial skill in clinical decision-making. Additionally, it provides logical initial investigations for each body system, aiding in the diagnostic process.

To cater to a diverse readership and patient population, the book has undergone an update in text and images. The content is now more relevant and inclusive, ensuring it resonates with a wide range of healthcare professionals. Furthermore, enhanced sections have been included on adapting skills to particular situations, particularly in the context of remote consultation and infection control. These updates reflect the evolving healthcare landscape and the need for practitioners to adapt their skills accordingly.

In addition to the comprehensive content, Macleod's Clinical Examination offers valuable resources to support learning. Access to the complete, fully searchable, and downloadable eBook provides convenient access to the text at any time and place. Furthermore, eight brand new videos have been produced exclusively for this edition, covering a range of clinical examination topics. These videos, which include obstetric examination, gynecological examination, assessment of fluid balance, examination of the hand and wrist, examination of the foot and ankle, examination of the neck, and examination of the ear, offer practical demonstrations and insights into the examination process.

By incorporating Macleod's Clinical Examination into their educational journey, medical students, junior doctors, nurses, and allied health practitioners can enhance their clinical examination skills and improve their ability to diagnose and manage patients effectively. The fifteenth edition of this textbook serves as a valuable companion, equipping readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to excel in their clinical practice.

Weight: 952g
Dimension: 240 x 187 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323847704
Edition number: 15 ed