Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis

Description

Nelson Pediatric Symptom-Based Diagnosis, by Drs. Robert M. Kliegman, Patricia S. Lye, Brett Bordini, Heather Toth, and Donald Basel, uses a unique, step-by-step, symptom-based approach to differential diagnosis of diseases and disorders in children and adolescents. Conveniently linked to the world’s best-selling pediatric reference, Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 20th Edition, it focuses on the symptoms you’re likely to see in general practice, as well as uncommon disorders. You’ll find clear guidance on exactly what to consider and how to proceed when faced with a host of common symptoms such as cough, fever, headache, chest pain, gait disturbances, and many more.

Key Features

• Features a practical, symptom-based approach that enables you to form an accurate diagnosis.
• Uses the same consistent, step-by-step presentation in every chapter: History, Physical Examination, Diagnosis (including laboratory tests), Imaging, Diagnosis, and Treatment.
• Covers new approaches to diagnostic imaging and genetic testing, new diagnostic guidelines, BRUE (brief resolved unexplained event), stroke in children, behavior disorders, syncope, recurrent fever syndromes, and much more.
• Includes full-color illustrations, algorithms, tables, and “red flags” to aid differential diagnosis.
• Serves as an ideal companion to Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 20th Edition. Content in this book is referenced and linked electronically to the larger text, providing easy access to full background and evidence-based treatment and management content when you own both references.
• Expert Consult™ eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Table of Contents

1. Section One: Respiratory Disorders
   1. Chapter 1. Sore Throat
   2. Chapter 2. Cough
   3. Chapter 3. Respiratory Distress
   4. Chapter 4. Earache
   5. Chapter 5. Apparent Life-Threatening Event – Brief Resolved Unexplained Event
2. Section Two: Cardiac Disorders
   1. Chapter 6. Syncope and Dizziness
   2. Chapter 7. Chest Pain
   3. Chapter 8. Murmurs
3. Section Three: Gastrointestinal Disorders
   1. Chapter 9. Failure to Thrive
   2. Chapter 10. Abdominal Pain
   3. Chapter 11. Diarrhea
   4. Chapter 12. Vomiting and Regurgitation
   5. Chapter 13. Gastrointestinal Bleeding
   6. Chapter 14. Hepatomegaly
   7. Chapter 15. Jaundice
   8. Chapter 16. Constipation
   9. Chapter 17. Abdominal Masses
4. Section Four: Genitourinary Disorders
   1. Chapter 18. Dysuria
   2. Chapter 19. Proteinuria
   3. Chapter 20. Hematuria
   4. Chapter 21. Acute and Chronic Scrotal Swelling
   5. Chapter 22. Menstrual Problems and Vaginal Bleeding
   6. Chapter 23. Disorders of Sexual Development
5. Section Five: Developmental and Psychiatric Disorders
   1. Chapter 24. Intellectual and Developmental Disability
   2. Chapter 25. Dysmorphology
   3. Chapter 26. The Irritable Infant
   4. Chapter 27. Unusual Behaviors
6. Section Six: Neurosensory Disorders
   1. Chapter 28. Headaches
   2. Chapter 29. Hypotonia, Weakness, and Stroke
   3. Chapter 30. Paroxysmal Disorders
   4. Chapter 31. Altered Mental Status
   5. Chapter 32. Eye Disorders
7. Section Seven: Musculoskeletal Disorders
   1. Chapter 33. Arthritis
   2. Chapter 34. Gait Disturbances
   3. Chapter 35. Back Pain in Children and Adolescents
8. Section Eight: Hematologic Disorders
   1. Chapter 36. Lymphadenopathy and Neck Masses
   2. Chapter 37. Pallor and Anemia
   3. Chapter 38. Bleeding and Thrombosis
9. Section Nine: Infectious Diseases
   1. Chapter 39. Fever
   2. Chapter 40. Fever and Rash
   3. Chapter 41. Recurrent Fever, Infections, Immune Disorders, and Autoinflammatory Diseases
10. Section Ten: Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
    1. Disorders of Puberty
    2. Short Stature
    3. Hypoglycemia
    4. Urinary Incontinence and Polyuria
    5. Acid-Base and Electrolyte Disturbances
11. Section Eleven: Dermatology
    1. Congenital Cutaneous Lesions and Infant Rashes
    2. Acquired Rashes in the Older Child

Authors Biography

Robert M. Kliegman
Professor and Chair Emeritus, Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Patricia S. Lye
Professor and Vice Chair of Education, Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Brett J. Bordini
Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Section of Hospital Medicine

Assistant Professor of Global Health, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Heather Toth
Associate Professor, Program Director, Internal Medicine-Pediatrics Residency Program

Hospitalist, Departments of Medicine and Pediatrics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Donald Basel
Associate Professor and Section Chief, Division of Medical Genetics, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin