Zitelli B.J. et al. Zitelli and Davis' Atlas of Pediatric Physical Diagnosis

6th ed., Elsevier, 2012. — 1111 p; ISBN: 978-0-323-07932-7For many disorders, visual recognition remains the key factor in making a correct diagnosis. The experienced clinician who has seen a wide spectrum of disorders carries a wealth of
information for diagnosis and teaching. In a time in which use of technology may erode clinical skills, reinforcing the value of a complete history and careful physical examination grows more important. This book was envisioned by teachers and was developed to aid students, residents, nurses, and practitioners who care for children in the recognition and diagnosis of pediatric disorders. Our goal is to broaden the visual experience of the student and the clinician through rapid visual examination or review of laboratory tests and imaging studies. The enthusiastic response to the previous editions of the Atlas of Pediatric Physical Diagnosis led us to believe that a sixth edition was not only possible but also necessary. Many readers offered helpful suggestions for photographs and topics to be included. Every chapter has been reviewed, revised, and updated. Additional contributors have provided greater depth and dimension. Some chapters have been entirely rewritten, and a new chapter regarding pediatric radiologic diagnosis has been added. Although new information, including imaging and diagnostic techniques, has been incorporated, we continue to emphasize the key role of the physical examination in each chapter. The book is by no means encyclopedic but rather presents an overview of clinical disorders that lend themselves to visual diagnosis. The accompanying text deliberately emphasizes pertinent historical factors, examination techniques, visual findings, and diagnostic methods rather than therapy. We firmly believe that a careful history and physical examination provide the foundation for any clinical assessment. We have attempted to select disorders that are common or important and, when relevant, to describe the spectrum of clinical findings. It is our hope that this book continues to serve as a useful and practical reference for anyone who cares for children.