Up-to-date edition, all chapters and sections have been thoroughly updated with newer information. An entirely new part SARS COVID-19, under the section VIRAL INFECTIONS has been added, that cover major topics such as Covid-19: epidemiology, clinical course, treatment, lab-diagnosis, Covid complications and care clinics, etc. A separate chapter on Covid Vaccination is included. Section-HIV Medicine is broadened to various aspects including HIV Malignancy, Antiretroviral Therapy and interactions, HIV and Pregnancy, HIV-2 etc. A novel chapter on DNA-Repair Deficiency and Lysosomal Storage Disorders have been added. A separate chapter on the Impact of Covid-19 on Hospital Environment under section Environmental Medicine is presented separately., Authoritatively written by experts with immense knowledge and experience.

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.

Provides clear and concise information about current concepts and theories of various mental processes. Units are written in clear and concise manner touching every aspect of the topic. Well illustrated with tables, figures, flowcharts which are easy to grasp. Contains question bank as per the latest INC examination pattern. Illustrations and examples are exclusively covered in each topic along with elaborated nurse's role.

Full-color guide to the most common dermatologic conditions Common skin conditions are easy to diagnose and treat Organized by anatomic region, the authors provide an in-depth discussion of 75 skin conditions and growths Each monograph contains Clinical and Treatment sections as well as full-color photographs.

What is New in the Fourth Edition A new long case discussion on portal hypertension due to cirrhosis of liver is included. Two new short cases discussion are added-phyllodes tumor of breast and lingual thyroid. In operative section steps of mesh repair of paraumbilical hernia has been added. Most of the chapters are updated based on current guidelines for management. TNM classification for all types of cancer has been updated with AJCC 8th edition. SALIENT FEATURES Practically almost all the sections have been revised. Special emphasis is given on elicitation of different physical signs. All long cases and short cases important for undergraduate and postgraduate examination are included. All surgical problems- emergency and non-emergency-are discussed with important X-ray plates. Surgical anatomy section is profusely illustrated with hand drawn illustrations, and it correlates the anatomy portion with short and long cases. Operating section contains steps of important operations which are easily understandable for MBBS and PG students. All short and long cases are discussed with lots of color photographs and schematic diagrams maintaining the correlation with pathology and anatomy.

What is new in this edition? Divided into two parts-(1) General Microbiology, Immunology and Hospital Infection Control and (II) Systemic Microbiology. Systemic Microbiology (Infectious Diseases)-eight sections, each comprises of a first chapter on clinical infective syndrome followed by several chapters covering detailed information about the etiological agents. Chapters on Clinical Infective Syndromes-represent the first chapter of every Systemic Microbiology section, covers various infective syndromes pertaining to that system in detail. Parasitology topics-have been updated as per the current need of Indian Medical Graduate and discussed under respective infective syndromes. Hospital Infection Control Section-thoroughly updated in various topics such as major HAI types, monitoring of antimicrobial stewardship, escalation vs de-escalation strategy, donning/doffing of PPE and transmission-based precautions. General Microbiology Section-meticulously restructured with the inclusion of general virology, general parasitology and general mycology chapters. General bacteriology is reorganized into a single chapter with several subchapters. Overview Chapters-incorporated in the General Microbiology section, which will help in better understanding of organisms when discussed under Systemic Microbiology. COVID-19 Chapter-has been revised and updated as per the current scenario. AETCOM Module-has been updated as per the CBME curriculum for second MBBS students. Recent Advances-updates made in laboratory diagnosis, treatment guidelines and vaccine prophylaxis of infectious diseases, of note tuberculosis and HIV. Epidemiology Updates Included on-recent outbreaks and geographical distribution with special emphasis on Indian epidemiology. References followed from the latest editions of Harrison, Mandell, Bailey & Scott, CDC and WHO websites and health care programme/guidelines such as ICMR, NCDC, NTEP, NACO, NVBDCP, Immunization and GPEI, etc. Inclusion of more tables, flowcharts, real images and schematic diagram-for better understanding. One weapon, two targets-MBBS exam and NExT entrance: Only textbook written in a National Exit Test (NExT)-oriented way so that the matter of textbook does not differ a lot from a PG entrance book (major deficiency with all other Indian UG textbooks). Most features of the previous editions are maintained. More content, less pageshandy look, saves students time. Concise, bulleted format and to-the-point text-easy to read during MBBS examination. Simple and lucid language makes the understanding easy. Separate boxes for summary of laboratory diagnosis and treatment-for quick review. Clinical case-based essay questions and MCQs incorporated at the end of each chapter.

A comprehensive, most up-to-date and state-of-the-art book with a focus on relevance in India and its neighboring countries. Eminently covering MCI curriculum/syllabus and postgraduate entrance examination course. Rational division of the contents in 11 Sections. Profusely illustrated with hundreds of illustrations (clinical photographs, diagrams and flowcharts/ algorithms), boxes and tables. A brand new Section comprising 12 crisp chapters on Pediatric Emergencies and Intensive Care. Pearls include MCQs and Clinical Problem-solving reviews at the end of most chapters for self-assessment. Tailor-made and student-friendly textbook with down-to-earth presentation and easy-to-understand descriptions. Color design allowing easy location of key content. An excellent and comprehensive Index facilitating easy and speedy access to and retrieval of the requisite information.

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.

The IAN Textbook of Neurology is written by the top experts of neurology in the country, under the Aegis of Indian Academy of Neurology. It provides a concise yet comprehensive clinical approach to both common and rare neurological disorders seen in clinical practice. Chapters have been organized into 7 sections covering History and Clinical Neurological Examination, Applied Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology, Approach to Common Neurological Symptoms, Diseases of the Nervous System, Investigations, Principles of Management, and Counseling and DoctorPatient Relationship. The book provides streamlined content supplemented through relevant tables, images, boxes, and flowcharts, which make learning and understanding simpler.

The fourth edition of Diagnostic Procedures in Ophthalmology is updated and almost all chapters are revised. Includes 4 new chaptersFundus Autofluorescence Angiography, Optical Coherence Tomography in Retinal Diseases, Videonystagmography and Cerebral Angiography in Neuro-ophthalmology. Serves as a ready reckoner for basic and advanced diagnostic procedures. Translated in the Spanish language for the benefit of the Spanish-speaking students and ophthalmologists. Liberally illustrated.

Essentials of Biochemistry is streamlined to focus on the dental biochemistry syllabus prescribed by DCI and can also be used by allied health science students. Content has been presented in a way, so that the students would find it easy to attempt any question in the form of objective type or essay type. To facilitate the student learning, exam questions in the form of long answer questions (LAQs), short answer questions (SAQs), and multiple choice questions (MCQs) are given at the end of each chapter.

In the book, several clinical cases have been discussed highlighting issues pertaining to arriving at the correct diagnosis and avoiding pitfalls. A separate section had been devoted discussing diagnostic challenges faced by neurologists in critical care units with the help of 15 authentic cases by critical care neurologists from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, USA. Many chapters have been followed by Editorial notes and Appendices on some key issues relating to diagnostic pathways, again at times with the help of illustrative case studies. First one of its kind to be published from India. Access to videos has been given with the book.