Oxford Handbook of Acute Medicine 3/e

A comprehensive guide to the most up-to-date therapies and protocols for managing a wide range of acute medical
situations
Relates pathophysiology to features to aid diagnosis
Identifies priorities for treatment and provides step-by-step management advice
Contains the latest evidence-based guidelines, and reflects current recommended management of medical emergencies
An expanded section on practical procedures that covers core competencies for the Foundation Programme
A new chapter on common presentati

Description
The best-selling Oxford Handbook of Acute Medicine is an up-to-date, practical and comprehensive guide to the
management of the acutely ill patient.

This third edition has been revised throughout to include the most up-to-date guidelines and treatment management
plans. A new junior author ensures that the content remains relevant and accessible to all medics approaching acute
medicine for the first time. This edition includes a new chapter which focuses on common presentations, and quick
reference boxes throughout highlight top priorities in the management of each condition. The section on practical
procedures has also been expanded to include core competencies for the Foundation Programme.

With brand new figures and clinical tips from the experienced authors, the third edition of the Oxford Handbook of
Acute Medicine remains the must-have resource for all those dealing with acute illness.


Table of Contents
1. Cardiac emergencies
2. Respiratory emergencies
3. Gastroenterological emergencies
4. Renal emergencies
5. Shock
6. Neurological emergencies
7. Infectious diseases
8. Emergencies in HIV
9. Endocrine emergencies
10. Haematological emergencies
11. Rheumatological emergencies
12. Dermatological emergencies
13. Psychiatric emergencies
14. Drug overdoses
15. Practical procedures
16. Differential diagnosis