Pocketbook of Differential Diagnosis

The Pocketbook is a guide for medical students, junior doctors, and other health professionals to make accurate diagnoses. It covers 125 common presenting problems in medicine and surgery, with a list of potential causes and a targeted guide to follow-up investigations. Two sections cover differential diagnosis of biochemical and haematological disorders. The text has been thoroughly revised by a new authorial team to ensure coverage is appropriate for its readership.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 624 pages
Publication date: 20 September 2021
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

This comprehensive guide is designed to provide valuable assistance to medical students, junior doctors, and other healthcare professionals in accurately diagnosing various presenting complaints. Now in its fifth edition, this pocketbook has been extensively revised and updated to encompass the broad spectrum of common presenting issues that clinicians encounter on a daily basis.

The book is organized in a user-friendly and logical manner, making it accessible to clinicians across a diverse range of settings, from the classroom to the emergency department and primary care.

The Fifth Edition covers 125 common presenting problems in medicine and surgery, presenting them in a consistent format. Each topic is accompanied by a comprehensive list of potential causes, color-coded to indicate their frequency, occurrence, or rarity. Additionally, important geographical variations are highlighted to ensure relevance to practitioners worldwide.

Two dedicated sections focus on the differential diagnosis of biochemical and hematological disorders, offering a convenient reference when reviewing abnormal test results. The text also includes a targeted guide to the appropriate general and specific follow-up investigations that should be conducted based on the individual case.

To enhance learning, each topic concludes with a box summarizing key learning points or highlighting symptoms and signs that suggest significant pathology, requiring immediate action.

A new authorial team has meticulously revised the contents of this edition, ensuring that the coverage is fully aligned with the book's intended readership. Whether you are a medical student, junior doctor, or healthcare professional, this pocketbook serves as a valuable resource for improving your diagnostic skills and delivering optimal patient care.

Weight: 606g
Dimension: 116 x 192 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780702077777
Edition number: 5 ed