The Harriet Lane Handbook: A Manual for Pediatric House OfficersFor more than 50 years, The Harriet Lane Handbook has been the pediatrician's reference of choice in hospitals nationwide-and for good reason. Its unsurpassed diagnostic and management guidance, recommended tests, complete therapeutic information, and a comprehensive drug formulary make it essential for anyone who treats children. Now, the 16th Edition is completely revised and updated to provide the latest treatments, guidelines, and management recommendations. Also available as PDA Handheld Software for Palm OS or Windows CE/ Pocket PC devices!
27 additional contributing experts. 14th Edition also available in Spanish, ISBN: 84-8174-274-0 |
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Contents
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Information | 97 |
Neonatology 379 | 79 |
Nephrology 397 | 97 |
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