All chapters have been updated by internationally renowned experts. A new triage chapter provides multiple diagnostic decision trees, to guide readers to the most likely diagnosis. Includes more than a hundred photographs and clinical pictures to further aid diagnosis. Provides specific treatment regimens covering all important eye conditions. Step-by-step guides to performing common ocular procedures, from intravitreal injections to cataract surgery. A wide range of appendices covering topics such as anaphylaxis, how to perform an operating microscope, the names of surgical instruments, and ophthalmic drug use in pregnancy. Guidelines for general practitioners and optometrists, to help determine referral urgency.

Simple, concise yet comprehensive book on Ophthalmic Lenses. More resourceful as a quick reference on the desk of both students as well as practitioners. A new chapter ""Specialty Lenses"" is the unique addition. Updated and elaboration of existing chapters. Multiple Choice Questions at the end of each chapter for better learning. Includes Graphs and Flowcharts to make the book reader friendly.

Errors of refraction form a major part of teaching of ophthalmology in undergraduates, postgraduate training and optometry. The present book is meant for students appearing for first part of final MBBS that includes both theory and practical in optics. Refraction forms a major part of practical examination in postgraduate evaluation. Students undergoing training for MS, MD, DO, DOMS, FRCS, DNB and degree in optometry will find the book handy for practical and viva. The paramedical ophthalmic assistances will be much benefited from the book. Divided into two parts, i.e., basics of optics and application of optics in clinical ophthalmology. The book is profusely illustrated with diagrams, charts and photographs. Written in English that is comprehendible and practiced by students in commonwealth countries.

The book has been thoroughly revised and updated. The multicolour format has seen great improvement. More clinical photographs have been added in the text for better understanding of the orthopaedic conditions. New surgical photographs have been put wherever necessary. This has been greatly appreciated, as it is a great boon for the physiotherapy students, for they seldom get a chance to witness live surgeries in their career. Getting an insight into the operative pictures with help them understand the treatment of orthopaedic conditions better, and this will make them better physiotherapists. Lots of new X-rays have been added to enhance and enrich their clinical knowledge. Plenty of orthopaedic techniques like reduction of a fracture or a dislocation have been shown for their understanding of the treatment of common orthopaedic conditions. All the attractive features of the previous edition like short summaries, mnemonics, anecdotes, etc. have been retained, as it has been very much appreciated by the physiotherapy fraternity.

A comprehensive textbook on vaccines and immunization practices from Indian Academy of Pediatrics. Around 80 state-of-the-art chapters on basic and advanced vaccinology. Authored by more than 80 national and international experts of repute. Five sections covering comprehensively all the facets of contemporary vaccinology from general aspects of vaccination to vaccines in development and new vaccine strategies. Provides in-depth information to the professionals working in the field of vaccination in India and neighbouring south central and south eastern Asian countries. Special emphasis to disease epidemiology and vaccine needs of India and neighbouring countries. A reference material for international health agencies, vaccine developers, national immunization program managers, vaccine-funding agencies, etc. Special foreword by legendary, Dr Stanley A Plotkin, the father of modern vaccinology.

The book encompasses all aspects of both pediatric and neonatal emergency practices. It gives an in-depth account of the diagnosis and management of all common pediatric and neonatal emergency problems encountered day-to-day in an emergency room. Each chapter contains evidence-based background information emphasizing core science. Includes new guidelines that have evolved in various disciplines. Acts as an educational resource for those preparing for the specialization certification examination in pediatric acute care. This book will provide an effective learning experience and referenced resource for all health professionals caring for children in acute care settings, leading to better pediatric acute care and improved patient outcome.

The Textbook of Ventilation, Fluids, Electrolytes and Blood Gases covers all essential aspects, from applied physiology to advanced care, related to ventilation, fluids, and electrolytes in critically ill adult patients. Chapters are written by experts from across the world, with their vast experience and knowledge. Chapters are based on common problems like approach to the patient having hypoxemia, hypercapnia, hypovolemia, electrolyte abnormalities, and acid-base disturbances. Chapters start with a case scenario, followed by structured description of the problem, and in the end discussion about the index case. Figures, tables, and flowcharts have been used throughout the chapters. At the end of each chapter, a few salient points are given to emphasis on the important area of the particular topic.

Almost all the chapters have been thoroughly revised and updated. This book was originally brought out to guide the new entrants to the surgical ward to answer the vexed question How to examine this case and come to a diagnosis?. This original theme of the book has been maintained and adequate emphasis has been laid not only on what to do but also on how to do the various examinations to arrive at the provisional clinical diagnosis. More methods of examinations have been included in this edition with more illustrations to make the subject more understandable. This manual has so far enjoyed zenith of popularity in Indian subcontinent and even abroad.

* The one-stop solution for practical examination preparation for both undergraduates as well as postgraduates. * Easy to read with conceptual explanations and full of visual memory aids. * Fresh design and color scheme for ease of reading and comprehension. * Contains comprehensive information in compact boxes and figures, making it a ready reckoner before the examination. * Only book to include chapters on rheumatology, comprehensive assessment of geriatrics and psychiatric illnesses. * Winner of the Award for Excellence in Book Production by the Federation of Indian Publishers 2020. * Contains case sheet format and diagnosis format for cases in each system. * Only book to comprehensively include all aspects of practical examination in long cases, short cases, semi-long cases, X-rays, ECGs, spotters, laboratory data interpretation, and instruments. * New sections on history taking and common drugs added. * With Free 3 Months Access to Medicine for UnderGrads at Diginerve (Avail subscription by scanning QR code on the cover).

This is a unique atlas with contributions from international experts describing the most simple and advanced pain intervention techniques in a stepwise manner. The atlas provides a clear guide to identify the bony structures as seen on fluoroscopic examination enabling the operator to perform the spinal interventions safely. Remember: Bone is our Eye and Friend when performing spinal interventions under fluoroscopy. Chapters are consistently designedcovering indications, contraindications, equipment needed, and procedural stepswith the text presented in a bulleted style. Including several cases in some of the spinal intervention chapters will prepare the readers to overcome the challenges and the variability that are encountered in clinical practice. Some of the ultrasound-guided techniques described will enable readers to consider performing some pain-relief procedures in remote settings where fluoroscopy or CT guidance is not available.

All chapters have been revised and content has been reorganized into thirty chapters to meet the needs of the student as per competency-based curriculum. Each chapter opens with the competency and specific learning objectives as per the guidelines provided by NMC and various universities. Chapter overviews, illustrations, tables, figures, boxes, headings and subheadings make the content easier and more interesting to read. Revised self-assessment questions in the form of structured long essay questions (SLEQs), short essay questions (SEQs), short answer questions (SAQs), case vignette-based questions (CVBQs) and multiple-choice questions (MCQs), have been provided at the end of each chapter to give an idea of the type of questions that are put across in the examination for various universities. The text is supplemented with Boxes on Strike A Note to highlight the key points. Several universities and medical colleges in India have recommended this CBME-based book in their curriculum for Indian medical graduates.

A unique textbook of physiology as it introduces each topic with Learning Objectives divided into Must Know and Desirable to Know categories. Applied aspects are highlighted in Application Box and the patient- and disease-related concepts are highlighted in Clinical Box. Important and useful facts are emphasized as Important Note(s). All important and complex information are structured and presented in a bulleted and point-wise format to make easy grasp of the topics and not to miss any of the relevant points. All the major concepts are simplified and summarized in the Flowcharts. All relevant and significant mechanisms are described with the help of easily drawable schematic diagrams and graphs. Important data and information are presented in a structured tabular format. All cellular and molecular mechanisms are supplemented with appropriate histological pictures. Substantial contribution of great scientists in the concerned field has been recognized as Scientists Contributed, which will be inspiring to all the budding physiologists. All topics end with a Chapter Summary having two parts: Key Concepts depicting central theme and Must Read/Know depicting all probable Long and Short Questions and Viva Questions for final exams. Multiple choice questions are given at the end of each chapter that will help in preparing for objective type tests, quiz competition, and PG Entrance/NEET Exams. All systems and topics have been thoroughly revised and updated with addition of 23 new chapters, mainly to accommodate more applied and clinical topics, based on the new curriculum of NMC, 2019 and to facilitate early clinical exposure. Early Clinical Exposure in Physiology has been described at the end as a separate chapter. Thus, this is a Comprehensive Textbook that has incorporated all the requirements of a medical student imparting knowledge and skill in the subject, acquiring all the ingredients needed to write the examination, and kindling the aspiration to progress in the profession.