Description

 The #1 annually updated text in internal medicine -- trusted, authoritative, and essential to daily practice




CMDT delivers the most current insights into signs, symptoms, epidemiology, etiology, and treatment for over 1,000 diseases and disorders. Turn to any topic, and you'll find on-the-spot, evidence-based answers that reflect the most recent developments in diagnosis and treatment. This concise, authoritative reference gets you up to speed--fast--on the latest medical advances, prevention strategies, cost-effective treatments, and more.




Putting you and the experts on the same page:




Comprehensive coverage of inpatient and outpatient care, focusing on the diagnostic tools relevant to your day-to-day practice




Full review of all primary care topics, including gynecology, obstetrics, dermatology, ophthalmology, otolaryngology, psychiatry, neurology, toxicology, and urology




Only text with an annual review of advances in HIV treatment




“Essentials of Diagnosis” for most diseases/disorders




Hundreds of quick-access drug treatment tables, with indexed trade names and updated drug prices




ICD codes featured on inside covers




Diagnostic and treatment algorithms present important information in an at-a-glance style


Up-to-date references provide peer-reviewed, evidence-based information






New to this edition:




Color insert expanded to 16 pages




Latest developments in HIV infection, including new drugs, recommended treatment regimens, and antiretroviral drug resistance




All new chapter on hemostasis and antithrombotic therapy




Completely revamped End of Life Chapter, now called Palliative Care & Pain Management to reflect its new emphasis




Sections on asthma (includes 2007 NAEPP guidelines) and palpitations




More algorithms throughout and increased coverage of Canadian and International Guidelines




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