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Clinical examination, a systematic guide to physical diagnosis (4th ed). Nicholas J Talley and Simon O'Connor. Sydney: MacLennan & Petty, 2001 (xxii + 519pp). ISBN 0-86433-1444.	Doctors and students in many countries have relied on this well established medical text which continues to go from strength to strength. Like preceding editions Clinical examination (4th ed) will provide new generations with clear and sensible explanations of clinical methods. Building from introductory to advanced level, and retaining the popular key elements of earlier editions, this edition has been completely revised and updated. An important new feature is the annotated references, which provide the beginning of an evidence-based approach to physical examination techniques. There is more material on listening to patients and new photographs of important clinical signs in all sections. More information is provided on the examination of the joints and on principles of examination for soft tissue injuries, and the neurological examination has been explained. All chapters have been peer-reviewed by experts in the field, and every effort taken to create an up-to-date, accurate and relevant text for medical students and trainee clinicians. Order this book All prices subject to change without notice. Errors and omissions excepted.
Clinical examination, a systematic guide to physical diagnosis (5th ed). Nicholas J Talley and Simon O'Connor. ISBN 0-7295-3762-5.	Clinical Examination 5th edition is an essential reference for both medical students and the more experienced reader, outlining the skills of clinical examination clearly and understandably. Set out logically and systematically, this best-selling textbook, already highly regarded by students in many countries, delivers comprehensive coverage of essential skills nessarsary for history taking and patient examination. Clinical Examination 5e has been significantly revised and updated to include more evidence-based medicine, colour artwork throughout, and a fresh new design allowing greater accessibility to readers. The new edition appropriately covers clinical examination and concepts in a systems approach related to study and practice with a clear, consistant and fresh user-friendly approach. Order this book All prices subject to change without notice. Errors and omissions excepted.