Robbins and Cotran Review of Pathology

The Robbins & Cotran Review of Pathology, 5th Edition is an authoritative and comprehensive pathology review book that covers all major topics in general pathology and organ system pathology. It includes 2,000 multiple-choice questions and answers, 1,500 vignette-style questions, and 500 additional interactive questions. The questions are written in the style of USMLE and MCCQE questions and cover the fundamentals of gross and microscopic pathology, as well as the latest findings in molecular biology and genetics. The book also includes recent changes in the understanding of the pathophysiology underlying disease processes and the approach to workup and diagnosis of disease conditions. It is part of the highly regarded Robbins & Cotran family of texts and includes over 300 full-color images to help visualize key pathologic concepts and conditions. An enhanced eBook version is included with purchase.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 488 pages
Publication date: 27 August 2021
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division

The fifth edition of Robbins & Cotran Review of Pathology is a comprehensive and authoritative resource that covers all major topics in general pathology and organ system pathology, effectively preparing students for coursework and examinations. Part of the highly respected Robbins & Cotran family of texts, this easy-to-use review contains 2,000 multiple-choice questions and answers, written, reviewed, updated, and explained by experts in the field, ensuring that students' knowledge is up-to-date, thorough, and clinically relevant.

The book also includes 1,500 vignette-style questions in print that reinforce clinical applications and incorporate key patient care and diagnostic strategies (history, physical examination, laboratory testing, and radiologic imaging). Online, 500 additional interactive questions cover more challenging topics and less common conditions.

The book uses single-best-answer and extended-matching formats to reflect levels of difficulty that prepare students for examinations. Questions are written in the style of USMLE and MCCQE questions that students will encounter for qualifying examinations.

In addition to covering the fundamentals of gross and microscopic pathology, the book also includes the latest findings in molecular biology and genetics. Answers and detailed explanations for every question are found at the end of each chapter.

The book incorporates recent changes in the understanding of the pathophysiology underlying disease processes as well as the approach to workup and diagnosis of disease conditions. It reflects the breadth of content in the leading Robbins & Cotran textbooks, Pathologic Basis of Disease and Basic Pathology, following the chapters for guided review and referencing them for further study.

The book also helps students visualize key pathologies through high-quality images and diagrams, making it an invaluable resource for both students and practitioners in the field of pathology.

Weight: 1018g
Dimension: 218 x 277 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323640220
Edition number: 5 ed