Description

Powered by Handmark, this market-leading illustrated dictionary contains 12,500 authoritative entries on all aspects of medical science. Written by a team of medical experts, all entries have been revised and updated for this new edition to reflect the very latest in medical knowledge and practice. Entries are accessible and jargon-free and are complemented by over 140 illustrations and diagrams.

This brand new edition includes over 500 new entries and features increased coverage of pharmacology, obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, ethics, nephrology, and psychiatry. Recommended web links are now provided for many entries and entries have been expanded to include tables of pediatric reference ranges, milk formulas, and additional abbreviations for blood tests.

This is an essential A-Z for students and those working in the medical and allied professions. It is also an invaluable home reference guide for the general reader.

Features
+ Contains 12,500 authoritative entries on all aspects of medical science
+ Complemented by over 140 illustrations and diagrams
+ No wireless connection required
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