Differential Diagnosis in Pediatrics : Indian Academy of Pediatrics (Original PDF from Publisher)

Differential Diagnosis in Pediatrics : Indian Academy of Pediatrics (Original PDF from Publisher)

The differential diagnosis of symptoms and indications is the book’s main topic .

Each topic includes a brief introduction with definitions as needed , a list of the differential diagnoses in text , box , table and figure format as needed and an explanation of how to differentiate each condition based on history , clinical features and investigations leading to a particular diagnosis . Common clinical conditions from various systems are also included . An algorithmic approach has been used whenever practical and illustrations have been added when necessary . There are significant citations at the end of each chapter for further reading .

Aspects of treatment are purposefully left out because the focus is on differential diagnosis . focuses on symptom and sign differential diagnosis. Definition , differential diagnosis , history , clinical characteristics and investigations that lead to a diagnosis are all covered in each chapter . supported by illustrative charts , explanation tables and algorithms . Information has been clearly provided in a way that is reader-friendly . The book will be helpful for physicians and pediatric residents to use as a reference for daily practice .

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