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The Oxford Textbook of Medicine is the foremost international textbook of medicine. Unrivalled in its coverage of
the scientific aspects and clinical practice of internal medicine and its subspecialties, it is a fixture in the
offices and wards of physicians around the world , as well as being a key resource for medico legal practitioners.
Accessible digitally with regular updates, as well as in print, readers are provided with multiple avenues of access
depending on their need and preference.
More comprehensive, more authoritative, and more international than any other textbook; Oxford Textbook of Medicine
focuses on offering both perspective and practical guidance on clinical management and prevention of disease.
Introductory sections focus on the patient experience, medical ethics and clinical decision making, outlining a
philosophy which has always characterized the Oxford Textbook of Medicine. It is humane, thought provoking, and aims
to instill in readers an understanding of the role of medicine in society and the contribution it can make to the
health of populations, and it does not shy away from discussion of controversial aspects of modern medicine.
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As always, there is detailed coverage of all areas of internal medicine by the world's very best authors.
The Oxford Textbook of Medicine seeks to embody advances in understanding and practice that have arisen through
scientific research. The integration of basic science and clinical practice is unparalleled, and throughout the book
the implications of research for medical practice are explained. The core clinical medicine sections offer in depth
coverage of the traditional specialty areas. The Oxford Textbook of Medicine has unsurpassed detail on infectious
diseases: the most comprehensive coverage to be found in any textbook of medicine. Other sections of note include
stem cells and regenerative medicine; inequalities in health; medical aspects of pollution and climate change; travel
and expedition medicine; bioterrorism and forensic medicine; pain; medical disorders in pregnancy; nutrition; and
psychiatry and drug related problems in general medical practice. The section on acute medicine is designed to give
rapid access to information when it is needed quickly.
In response to ongoing user feedback there have been substantial changes to ensure that the Oxford Textbook of
Medicine continues to meet the needs of its readers. Chapter essentials give accessible overviews of the content
and a new design ensures that the textbook is easy to read and navigate. The evidence base and references continue
to be at the forefront of research.
New to this edition is that purchasers of the print version of the Oxford Textbook of Medicine sixth edition will have
free access on Oxford Medicine Online to all the content plus regular updates for the life of the edition
Section 1 Patients and their treatment
Section 2 Background to medicine
Section 3 Cell biology
Section 4 Immunological mechanisms
Section 5 Principles of clinical oncology
Section 6 Old age medicine
Section 7 Pain and palliative care
Section 8 Infectious diseases
Section 9 Sexually transmitted diseases
Section 10 Environmental medicine, occupational medicine, and poisoning
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Section 11 Nutrition
Section 12 Metabolic disorders
Section 13 Endocrine disorders
Section 14 Medical disorders in pregnancy
Section 15 Gastroenterological disorders
Section 16 Cardiovascular disorders
Section 17 Critical care medicine
Section 18 Respiratory disorders
Section 19 Rheumatological disorders
Section 20 Disorders of the skeleton
Section 21 Disorders of the kidney and urinary tract
Section 22 Haematological disorders
Section 23 Disorders of the skin
Section 24 Neurological disorders
Section 25 Disorders of the eye
Section 26 Psychiatric and drug-related disorders
Section 27 Forensic medicine
Section 28 Sport and exercise medicine
Section 29 Biochemistry in medicine
Section 30 Acute medicine