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Clinical Biochemistry is a best-selling textbook, with global sales of well over 80,000. It is used across the world, and has been translated into ten languages. Over six successive editions, it has provided students with just the right amount of information they need to understand and apply clinical biochemistry in a clinical context. It is aimed fairly and squarely at those who are new to the subject, and is suitable for undergraduates across a range of courses including medicine, nursing, biomedical science, pharmacy and life sciences. Junior doctors will also find it useful. The seventh edition retains the same practical and patient-centred approach that has made previous editions so popular. Despite its accessibility, there is no 'dumbing-down': all essential information is covered. The illustrations, which are a major part of its visual appeal, have been revisited and updated. This book is an ideal source for understanding the background to biochemical tests and how they should be interpreted. It will help you apply your learning in the clinical context. The same basic structure that has proved successful previously has been retained; sections on core biochemistry, endocrinology and specialised investigations follow an introductory section. Clinical notes and case histories on help you to apply learning to clinical practice Covers the bulk of routine analyses and their relevance to the clinical setting Addresses real-world practicalities, such as how modern hospital laboratories work, and how test results should be interpreted Each topic presented on a richly illustrated two-page spread for easier understanding MCQs for each chapter Accompanying e-book now includes some animations A new chapter on the pancreas, as well as two chapters that explain how some analyses are done - methods involving antibodies, and methods that separate and identify analytes.

Presents a short illustrated textbook of neuroanatomy that throughout makes clear the relevance of the anatomy to clinical neurology. This book avoids overburdening the reader with topographical detail that is unnecessary for the medical student.

Offering an introduction to ophthalmology, this book looks at the anatomy of the eye and its examination. It describes the major diseases of the eye and their management. It also offers an introduction to clinical decision making.

Now in its fourth edition, this definitive and popular introduction to human behaviour in the context of health and illness includes three new chapters, many new contributors and a new co-editor. It is arranged in nine sections to cover the core concepts of psychology and sociology as they apply to medicine. The life cycle Development of the person Society and health Preventing illness and promoting health Illness, behaviour and the doctor-patient encounter Illness and disability Coping with illness and disability Hoe do health services work How do you fit into all this? Topics presented as self-contained double-page spreads. Cases throughout to reinforce understanding of important concepts. Boxes and discussion points throughout. The authors comprise psychologists, sociologists and doctors. Highly illustrated 48 new contributors New co-editor, Gerry Humphris 3 new chapters: Malnutrition and obesity Urban nature health and well-being LGBT Health

Part of the "Illustrated Colour Text" series, this book provides an illustrated short account of human anatomy for medical and other health science students. It includes a high proportion of cadavaric photographs prepared especially for this book. It concentrates on the clinical relevance of the anatomy.

Suitable for medical students, junior doctors and others needing a concise and practical introduction to the subject, this title focuses on haematology.

Part of the "Illustrated Colour Text" series on ENT, this title is suitable for medical students and junior doctors.

An introductory textbook of neurology in the "Illustrated Colour Text" series.

Suitable for those taking an undergraduate or postgraduate medical courses, this book helps in understanding the topological relationships in gross anatomy and explains many congenital anomalies.

Provides a clear and readable introduction to the central concepts of clinical neuroscience. This book deals with fundamental areas of neuroscience required for a sound understanding of brain disease.