Description
Book SynopsisThis book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of paediatric emergencies.
Divided into fourteen sections, the text covers emergency scenarios in all major systems of the body, from the heart and lungs, to the endocrine and neurological systems, and much more.
Each section features several cases presented in a step by step approach guiding clinicians through signs and symptoms, investigation, diagnosis and treatment. Each case concludes with questions and answers to enhance learning.
Acute illnesses such as bronchiolitis, gastroenteritis, hypertension, seizures, adrenal crisis, and respiratory distress, are covered in detail.
Each chapter is supplemented with clinical images and ‘key learning points’.
Key points
- Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of paediatric emergencies
- Covers emergency scenarios in all systems of the body
- Each chapter concludes with questions and answers
- Clinical images and ‘key learning points’ supplement each topic
Table of ContentsSection 1: Life-threatening Emergency
Section 2: Nephrology
- Acute Renal Injury
- Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
- Acute Glomerulonephritis
- Hematuria
Section 3: Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Central Diabetes Insipidus
- Transient Pseudohypoadldosteronism
- Acute Adrenal Crisis
- Hypoglycemia
- Pheochromocytoma
- Annular Pancreas
Section 4: Neurology
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Acute Seizures
- Status Epilepticus
- Super-refractory Status Epilepticus
- Raised Intracranial Pressure
- Acute Febrile Encephalopathy
- Acute Flaccid Paralysis
- Metabolic Crisis
- Bacterial Meningitis
Section 5: Pulmonology
- Respiratory Distress
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Pneumonia
- Acute Severe Asthma
Section 6: Cardiology
- Malignant Hypertension
- Acute Severe Hypertension
- Congestive Heart Failure
Section 7: Infectious Diseases
- Severe Dengue
- Cerebral Malaria
- Influenza
Section 8: Envenomation
Section 9: Gastroenterology
- Acute Gastroenteritis
- Acute Dysentery
- Variceal Bleed
- Acute Hepatitis
- Acute Pancreatitis
Section 10: Nutrition
- Severe Acute Malnutrition
Section 11: Hemato-Oncology
- Bleeding Child
- Tumor Lysis Syndrome
Section 12: Homeostasis
- Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
Section 13: Rheumatology
Section 14: Sleep Disorders
