Hutchison's Clinical Methods, now in its twentieth edition, is the classic textbook on clinical examination. It provides an outstanding source of learning and reference for undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors. Particular emphasis is placed on the importance of the doctor-patient relationship, the essential skills needed for clinical examination and the choice of investigations to aid diagnosis.
For this new edition, each chapter has been extensively revised and brought up to date to reflect the modern principles and practice of medicine. The inclusion of three important new chapters on The Endocrine System and Metabolic Disorders, The Examination of Elderly People and Ethical Issues in Medicine, ensures that the book represents a completely comprehensive and logically structured resource.
In addition, major changes have been introduced to the format and design of the book, which incorporates many new full-colour photographs and colour graphics. Key information and concepts are highlighted in text boxes to aid revision. Readability and clarity are also greatly enhanced.
This new edition of Hutchison's Clinical Methods continues to be an invaluable learning source for all students and postgraduates in medicine