Most Commons in Medicine

by Edward F. Goljan

This pocket-sized, quick reference describes the most common causes of disease, signs and symptoms, lab findings, radiologic findings, complications, and management issues of every major disease in each system. In a concise, student friendly manner, it utilises tables to relay information relative to all major areas of internal medicine. A heavy emphasis is placed on physical diagnosis and pathogenesis of disease. Additionally, it reviews all areas commonly covered on the USMLE Steps II and III and provides questions similar to those used on the exam. Features material organised in a table format with concise explanations, and review questions and discussions. Emphasises preventive medicine with coverage of primary and secondary screening and immunisations. Includes tables dedicated to use of lab tests in diagnosis/confirmation of disease. Features a chapter devoted to clinical oncology with all the precursors of all major cancers, and reviews all chemotherapy drugs. Provides complete coverage of important topics such as critical care medicine, hematology, acid-base, endocrinology, and cutaneous manifestations of systemic disease. Includes tables covering all aspects of AIDS.

Paperback

First published February 18, 2000