Partha's Fundamentals of Pediatrics (2^nd Ed.)

The second edition of Partha’s Fundamentals of Pediatrics has been thoroughly revised to bring trainees and physicians fully up to date with the latest developments and rapidly changing concepts in the field of paediatrics.

Beginning with an introduction to physical examination, newborn care, growth and development, and immunisation, the following chapters describe different disciplines within paediatrics including – cardiology, neurology, pulmonology and endocrinology. Adolescent health, allergies, learning disabilities, skin diseases and child abuse are also discussed. The final sections examine radiology and imaging, drug therapy and surgical procedures.

Enhanced with 560 images, illustrations and tables, this comprehensive guide helps with recognition, diagnosis and management of numerous paediatric disorders, with an emphasis on prevention, as well as treatment.

Key points

• Comprehensive guide to complete field of paediatrics
• New edition fully revised with latest developments and concepts
• Emphasis on prevention as well as management of numerous disorders
• Includes 560 full colour images, illustrations and tables
• Previous edition published in 2008

1. Importance of Pediatrics and Essential Pediatric Care in Developing Countries
2. History Elicitation and Physical Examination
3. Newborn Care
4. Growth and Development
5. Immunization, Immunity and Infectious Diseases
6. Community Pediatrics
7. Neurology
8. Cardiology
9. Pulmonology
10. Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Pancreatology
11. Nephrology
12. Hematology
13. Oncology
14. Endocrinology
15. Genetic Disorders
16. Allergy and Rheumatology
17. Adolescent Health
18. Poisoning and Toxic Ingestion
19. Essentials of Pediatric and Neonatal Intensive Care
20. Specific Learning Disability
21. Child Abuse, Neglect and Child Labor
22. Skin Diseases in Children
23. Ophthalmology
24. Ear, Nose and Throat
25. Common Dental Problems
26. Pediatric Surgery
27. Pediatric Orthopedics
28. Rational Drug Therapy in Children
29. Fundamentals of Medical Research
30. Pediatric Procedures—Practical Aspects
31. Pediatric Radiology and Imaging
32. Miscellaneous

A Parthasarathy MD
Distinguished Professor of Paediatrics, The Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University, Guindy, Chennai; Retired Senior Clinical Professor of Paediatrics, Madras Medical College, Institute of Child Health and Hospital for Children, Chennai, India