The Merck Manual of Medical Information
2nd Edition
Published on 22. July 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
1907 pages
978-0-911910-35-3 (ISBN)
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Merck - a world leader in breakthrough medical research - has a long tradition of providing medical information to doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. Perhaps the best evidence of Merck's dedication is The Merck Manual, the trusted medical reference doctors have used most since 1899. Although it is one of the most widely used sources of medical information in the world, it isn't written for the general public.
The Merck Manual of Medical Information - Second Home Edition is completely revised and contains virtually all of the same information in The Merck Manual but in easy-to-understand, everyday language with a reader friendly format. The Second Home Edition is generously illustrated and covers all the important diseases and health issues that health-conscious readers want and need to know.
Written by nearly 200 medical experts, the Second Home Edition has been completely revised and updated with some new features and recent developments in health and medicine.Relevant and timely topics from gene therapy and the warning signs of cancer to biological warfare and terrorism
400 more pages than the first Home Edition
Drug names by generic and trade names with pertinent information, including side effects
Alternative Medicine
Behavioral problems in young children
Communicating with healthcare professional
Female sexual dysfunction
First Aid
Symptoms and diagnoses of gynecologic disorders
Merck - a world leader in breakthrough medical research - has a long tradition of providing medical information to doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. Perhaps the best evidence of Merck's dedication is The Merck Manual, the trusted medical reference doctors have used most since 1899. Although it is one of the most widely used sources of medical information in the world, it isn't written for the general public.
The Merck Manual of Medical Information - Second Home Edition is completely revised and contains virtually all of the same information in The Merck Manual but in easy-to-understand, everyday language with a reader friendly format. The Second Home Edition is generously illustrated and covers all the important diseases and health issues that health-conscious readers want and need to know.
Written by nearly 200 medical experts, the Second Home Edition has been completely revised and updated with some new features and recent developments in health and medicine.Relevant and timely topics from gene therapy and the warning signs of cancer to biological warfare and terrorism
400 more pages than the first Home Edition
Drug names by generic and trade names with pertinent information, including side effects
Alternative Medicine
Behavioral problems in young children
Communicating with healthcare professional
Female sexual dysfunction
First Aid
Symptoms and diagnoses of gynecologic disorders
The Merck Manual of Medical Information - Second Home Edition is completely revised and contains virtually all of the same information in The Merck Manual but in easy-to-understand, everyday language with a reader friendly format. The Second Home Edition is generously illustrated and covers all the important diseases and health issues that health-conscious readers want and need to know.
Written by nearly 200 medical experts, the Second Home Edition has been completely revised and updated with some new features and recent developments in health and medicine.Relevant and timely topics from gene therapy and the warning signs of cancer to biological warfare and terrorism
400 more pages than the first Home Edition
Drug names by generic and trade names with pertinent information, including side effects
Alternative Medicine
Behavioral problems in young children
Communicating with healthcare professional
Female sexual dysfunction
First Aid
Symptoms and diagnoses of gynecologic disorders
Merck - a world leader in breakthrough medical research - has a long tradition of providing medical information to doctors, nurses, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. Perhaps the best evidence of Merck's dedication is The Merck Manual, the trusted medical reference doctors have used most since 1899. Although it is one of the most widely used sources of medical information in the world, it isn't written for the general public.
The Merck Manual of Medical Information - Second Home Edition is completely revised and contains virtually all of the same information in The Merck Manual but in easy-to-understand, everyday language with a reader friendly format. The Second Home Edition is generously illustrated and covers all the important diseases and health issues that health-conscious readers want and need to know.
Written by nearly 200 medical experts, the Second Home Edition has been completely revised and updated with some new features and recent developments in health and medicine.Relevant and timely topics from gene therapy and the warning signs of cancer to biological warfare and terrorism
400 more pages than the first Home Edition
Drug names by generic and trade names with pertinent information, including side effects
Alternative Medicine
Behavioral problems in young children
Communicating with healthcare professional
Female sexual dysfunction
First Aid
Symptoms and diagnoses of gynecologic disorders
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2nd Revised edition
Language
English
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London
United Kingdom
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Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Revised edition
ISBN-13
978-0-911910-35-3 (9780911910353)
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Compiled by 200 internationally respected medical experts for Merck, the market leader in the field of medicine.
Compiled by 200 internationally respected medical experts for Merck, the market leader in the field of medicine.
Compiled by 200 internationally respected medical experts for Merck, the market leader in the field of medicine.
Content
Front Matter
Preface
Editors and Editorial Board
Consultants
Contributors
Editorial and Production Staff
A Guide for Readers
Understanding Medical Terms
Section 1. Fundamentals
1. Anatomy
2. Genetics
3. The Aging Body
4. Death and Dying
Section 2. Drugs
5. Overview of Drugs
6. Drug Administration, Distribution, and Elimination
7. Pharmacodynamics
8. Factors Affecting Drug Response
9. Drugs and Aging
10. Adverse Drug Reactions
11. Compliance With Drug Treatment
12. Generic Drugs
13. Over-the-Counter Drugs
Section 3. Heart and Blood Vessel Disorders
14. Biology of the Heart and Blood Vessels
15. Diagnosis of Heart Disease
16. Abnormal Heart Rhythms
17. Heart Failure
18. Cardiomyopathy
19. Heart Valve Disorders
20. Heart Tumors
21. Endocarditis
22. Pericardial Disease
23. Low Blood Pressure
24. Shock
25. High Blood Pressure
26. Atherosclerosis
27. Coronary Artery Disease
28. Peripheral Arterial Disease
29. Aortic Aneurysms and Dissection
30. Venous and Lymphatic Disorders
Section 4. Lung and Airway Disorders
31. Biology of the Lungs and Airways
32. Diagnostic Tests for Lung and Airway Disorders
33. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
34. Pulmonary Embolism
35. Bronchitis
36. Bronchiectasis and Atelectasis
37. Obstructive Airway Diseases
38. Occupational Lung Diseases
39. Allergic Diseases of the Lungs
40. Infiltrative Lung Diseases
41. Pneumonia
42. Lung Abscess
43. Cystic Fibrosis
44. Pleural Disorders
45. Lung Cancer
Section 5. Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders
46. Bones, Joints, and Muscles
47. Osteoporosis
48. Paget's Disease of Bone
49. Bone Tumors
50. Osteoarthritis
51. Disorders of Joints and Connective Tissue
52. Gout and Pseudogout
53. Bone and Joint Infections
54. Charcot's Joints
55. Disorders of Muscles, Bursas, and Tendons
56. Foot Problems
57. Sports Injuries
58. Exercise and Fitness
Section 6. Brain and Nerve Disorders
59. Biology of the Nervous System
60. Examination and Tests
61. Pain
62. Headaches
63. Vertigo
64. Sleep Disorders
65. Muscle Weakness
66. Muscular Dystrophy and Related Disorders
67. Movement Disorders
68. Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
69. Spinal Cord Disorders
70. Peripheral Nerve Disorders
71. Cranial Nerve Disorders
72. Smell and Taste Disorders
73. Seizure Disorders
74. Stroke and Related Disorders
75. Head Injuries
76. Delirium and Dementia
77. Stupor and Coma
78. Infections of the Brain and Spinal Cord
79. Tumors of the Nervous System
Section 7. Mental Health Disorders
80. Overview of Mental Health Care
81. Psychosomatic Disorders
82. Somatoform Disorders
83. Anxiety Disorders
84. Depression and Mania
85. Suicidal Behavior
86. Eating Disorders
87. Sexuality and Psychosexual Disorders
88. Disorders of the Sexual Function
89. Personality Disorders
90. Dissociative Disorders
91. Schizophrenia and Delusional Disorder
92. Drug Dependence and Addiction
Section 8. Mouth and Dental Disorders
93. Disorders of the Lips, Mouth, and Tongue
94. Tooth Disorders
95. Periodontal Diseases
96. Disorders of the Temporomandibular Joint
97. Urgent Dental Problems
98. Cancer and Other Growths of the Mouth
Section 9. Digestive Disorders
99. Biology of the Digestive System
100. Diagnostic Tests for Digestive Disorders
101. Disorders of the Esophagus
102. Disorders of the Stomach and Duodenum
103. Disorders of the Anus and Rectum
104. Disorders of the Pancreas
105. Indigestion
106. Gastroenteritis
107. Bowel Movement Disorders
108. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
109. Antibiotic-Associated Colitis
110. Malabsorption Syndromes
111. Diverticular Disease
112. Gastrointestinal Emergencies
113. Cancer and Other Growths of the Digestive System
Section 10. Liver and Gallbladder Disorders
114. Biology of the Liver and Gallbladder
115. Diagnostic Tests for Liver and Gallbladder Disorders
116. Clinical Manifestations of Liver Disease
117. Fatty Liver, Cirrhosis, and Related Disorders
118. Hepatitis
119. Blood Vessel Disorders of the Liver
120. Liver Tumors
121. Gallbladder Disorders
Section 11. Kidney and Urinary Tract Disorders
122. Biology of the Kidneys and Urinary Tract
123. Kidney Failure
124. Nephritis
125. Blood Vessel Disorders of the Kidneys
126. Metabolic and Congenital Kidney Disorders
127. Urinary Tract Infections
128. Urinary Tract Obstruction
129. Neurogenic Bladder
130. Urinary Incontinence
131. Injury to the Urinary Tract
132. Kidney and Urinary Tract Tumors and Cancers
Section 12. Disorders of Nutrition and Metabolism
133. Overview of Nutrition
134. Malnutrition
135. Vitamins and Minerals
136. Water Balance
137. Salt Balance
138. Acid-Base Balance
139. Disorders of Cholesterol and Other Fats
140. Obesity
141. Porphyrias
142. Amyloidosis
Section 13. Hormonal Disorders
143. Endocrine System and Hormones
144. Pituitary Gland Disorders
145. Thyroid Gland Disorders
146. Adrenal Gland Disorders
147. Diabetes Mellitus
148. Hypoglycemia
149. Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndromes
150. Polyglandular Deficiency Syndromes
151. Carcinoid
Section 14. Blood Disorders
152. Biology of Blood
153. Blood Transfusion
154. Anemias
155. Bleeding Disorders
156. White Blood Cell Disorders
157. Leukemias
158. Lymphomas
159. Plasma Cell Disorders
160. Myeloproliferative Disorders
161. Spleen Disorders
Section 15. Cancer
162. Causes and Risks of Cancer
163. Cancer and the Immune System
164. Diagnosis of Cancer
165. Complications of Cancer
166. Cancer Treatment
Section 16. Immune Disorders
167. Biology of the Immune System
168. Immunodeficiency Disorders
169. Allergic Reactions
170. Transplantation
Section 17. Infections
171. Biology of Infectious Disease
172. Immunizations to Prevent Infection
173. Anti-Infective Drugs
174. Infections of the Skin and Underlying Tissue
175. Abscesses
176. Bacteremia and Septic Shock
177. Bacillary Infections
178. Coccal Infections
179. Spirochetal Infections
180. Anaerobic Bacterial Infections
181. Tuberculosis
182. Leprosy
183. Rickettsial Infections
184. Parasitic Infections
185. Fungal Infections
186. Viral Infections
187. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
188. Infections in People With Impaired Defenses
189. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Section 18. Skin Disorders
190. Biology of the Skin
191. Topical Skin Medications
192. Itching
193. Superficial Skin Disorders
194. Dermatitis
195. Skin Inflammation
196. Blistering Diseases
197. Bedsores
198. Sweating Disorders
199. Sebaceous Gland Disorders
200. Hair Disorders
201. Bacterial Skin Infections
202. Fungal Skin Infections
203. Parasitic Skin Infections
204. Viral Skin Infections
205. Sunlight and Skin Damage
206. Pigment Disorders
207. Noncancerous Skin Growths
208. Skin Cancers
Section 19. Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
209. Ears, Nose and Throat
210. Hearing Loss and Deafness
211. Outer Ear Disorders
212. Middle and Inner Ear Disorders
213. Disorders of the Nose and Sinuses
214. Throat Disorders
215. Head and Neck Cancers
Section 20. Eye Disorders
216. Eyes and Vision
217. Refractive Disorders
218. Eye Injuries
219. Eye Socket Disorders
220. Eyelid and Tear Gland Disorders
221. Disorders of the Conjunctiva
222. Corneal Disorders
223. Cataracts
224. Disorders of the Uvea
225. Retinal Disorders
226. Glaucoma
227. Optic Nerve Disorders
Section 21. Men's Health Issues
228. Male Reproductive System
229. Disorders of the Penis, Prostate, and Testes
230. Impotence
Section 22. Women's Health Issues
231. Female Reproductive System
232. Hormones and Reproduction
233. Menopause
234. Common Gynecologic Problems
235. Absent or Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
236. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
237. Endometriosis
238. Breast Disorders
239. Cancers of the Female Reproductive System
240. Infertility
241. Family Planning
242. Tests for Genetic Disorders
243. Pregnancy
244. High-Risk Pregnancy
245. Complications of Pregnancy
246. Diseases That Can Complicate Pregnancy
247. Drug Use During Pregnancy
248. Labor and Delivery
249. Complications of Labor and Delivery
250. Postdelivery Period
Section 23. Children's Health Issues
251. Normal Newborns and Infants
252. Problems in Newborns and Infants
253. Infections in Newborns and Infants
254. Birth Defects
255. Mental Retardation
256. Sick Children and Their Families
257. Developmental Problems in Young Children
258. Puberty and Problems in Adolescents
259. Bacterial Infections
260. Viral Infections
261. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
262. Pinworm Infection
263. Disorders Likely Caused by Infection
264. Childhood Cancers
265. Gastrointestinal Disorders
266. Nutritional Disorders
267. Metabolic Disorders
268. Hormonal Disorders
269. Musculoskeletal Disorders
270. Cerebral Palsy
271. Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
272. Eye Disorders
273. Mental Health Disorders
274. Child Abuse and Neglect
275. Poisoning
276. Injuries
Section 24. Accidents and Injuries
277. Burns
278. Electrical Injuries
279. Radiation Injury
280. Heat Disorders
281. Cold Injuries
282. Mountain Sickness
283. Near Drowning
284. Diving Injuries
285. Air Travel and Medical Problems
286. Poisoning
287. Venomous Bites and Stings
Appendixes
I. Legal Issues
II. Weights and Measures
III. Common Medical Tests
IV. Some Trade Names of Generic Drugs
V. Resources for Help and Information
Preface
Editors and Editorial Board
Consultants
Contributors
Editorial and Production Staff
A Guide for Readers
Understanding Medical Terms
Section 1. Fundamentals
1. Anatomy
2. Genetics
3. The Aging Body
4. Death and Dying
Section 2. Drugs
5. Overview of Drugs
6. Drug Administration, Distribution, and Elimination
7. Pharmacodynamics
8. Factors Affecting Drug Response
9. Drugs and Aging
10. Adverse Drug Reactions
11. Compliance With Drug Treatment
12. Generic Drugs
13. Over-the-Counter Drugs
Section 3. Heart and Blood Vessel Disorders
14. Biology of the Heart and Blood Vessels
15. Diagnosis of Heart Disease
16. Abnormal Heart Rhythms
17. Heart Failure
18. Cardiomyopathy
19. Heart Valve Disorders
20. Heart Tumors
21. Endocarditis
22. Pericardial Disease
23. Low Blood Pressure
24. Shock
25. High Blood Pressure
26. Atherosclerosis
27. Coronary Artery Disease
28. Peripheral Arterial Disease
29. Aortic Aneurysms and Dissection
30. Venous and Lymphatic Disorders
Section 4. Lung and Airway Disorders
31. Biology of the Lungs and Airways
32. Diagnostic Tests for Lung and Airway Disorders
33. Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
34. Pulmonary Embolism
35. Bronchitis
36. Bronchiectasis and Atelectasis
37. Obstructive Airway Diseases
38. Occupational Lung Diseases
39. Allergic Diseases of the Lungs
40. Infiltrative Lung Diseases
41. Pneumonia
42. Lung Abscess
43. Cystic Fibrosis
44. Pleural Disorders
45. Lung Cancer
Section 5. Bone, Joint, and Muscle Disorders
46. Bones, Joints, and Muscles
47. Osteoporosis
48. Paget's Disease of Bone
49. Bone Tumors
50. Osteoarthritis
51. Disorders of Joints and Connective Tissue
52. Gout and Pseudogout
53. Bone and Joint Infections
54. Charcot's Joints
55. Disorders of Muscles, Bursas, and Tendons
56. Foot Problems
57. Sports Injuries
58. Exercise and Fitness
Section 6. Brain and Nerve Disorders
59. Biology of the Nervous System
60. Examination and Tests
61. Pain
62. Headaches
63. Vertigo
64. Sleep Disorders
65. Muscle Weakness
66. Muscular Dystrophy and Related Disorders
67. Movement Disorders
68. Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
69. Spinal Cord Disorders
70. Peripheral Nerve Disorders
71. Cranial Nerve Disorders
72. Smell and Taste Disorders
73. Seizure Disorders
74. Stroke and Related Disorders
75. Head Injuries
76. Delirium and Dementia
77. Stupor and Coma
78. Infections of the Brain and Spinal Cord
79. Tumors of the Nervous System
Section 7. Mental Health Disorders
80. Overview of Mental Health Care
81. Psychosomatic Disorders
82. Somatoform Disorders
83. Anxiety Disorders
84. Depression and Mania
85. Suicidal Behavior
86. Eating Disorders
87. Sexuality and Psychosexual Disorders
88. Disorders of the Sexual Function
89. Personality Disorders
90. Dissociative Disorders
91. Schizophrenia and Delusional Disorder
92. Drug Dependence and Addiction
Section 8. Mouth and Dental Disorders
93. Disorders of the Lips, Mouth, and Tongue
94. Tooth Disorders
95. Periodontal Diseases
96. Disorders of the Temporomandibular Joint
97. Urgent Dental Problems
98. Cancer and Other Growths of the Mouth
Section 9. Digestive Disorders
99. Biology of the Digestive System
100. Diagnostic Tests for Digestive Disorders
101. Disorders of the Esophagus
102. Disorders of the Stomach and Duodenum
103. Disorders of the Anus and Rectum
104. Disorders of the Pancreas
105. Indigestion
106. Gastroenteritis
107. Bowel Movement Disorders
108. Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
109. Antibiotic-Associated Colitis
110. Malabsorption Syndromes
111. Diverticular Disease
112. Gastrointestinal Emergencies
113. Cancer and Other Growths of the Digestive System
Section 10. Liver and Gallbladder Disorders
114. Biology of the Liver and Gallbladder
115. Diagnostic Tests for Liver and Gallbladder Disorders
116. Clinical Manifestations of Liver Disease
117. Fatty Liver, Cirrhosis, and Related Disorders
118. Hepatitis
119. Blood Vessel Disorders of the Liver
120. Liver Tumors
121. Gallbladder Disorders
Section 11. Kidney and Urinary Tract Disorders
122. Biology of the Kidneys and Urinary Tract
123. Kidney Failure
124. Nephritis
125. Blood Vessel Disorders of the Kidneys
126. Metabolic and Congenital Kidney Disorders
127. Urinary Tract Infections
128. Urinary Tract Obstruction
129. Neurogenic Bladder
130. Urinary Incontinence
131. Injury to the Urinary Tract
132. Kidney and Urinary Tract Tumors and Cancers
Section 12. Disorders of Nutrition and Metabolism
133. Overview of Nutrition
134. Malnutrition
135. Vitamins and Minerals
136. Water Balance
137. Salt Balance
138. Acid-Base Balance
139. Disorders of Cholesterol and Other Fats
140. Obesity
141. Porphyrias
142. Amyloidosis
Section 13. Hormonal Disorders
143. Endocrine System and Hormones
144. Pituitary Gland Disorders
145. Thyroid Gland Disorders
146. Adrenal Gland Disorders
147. Diabetes Mellitus
148. Hypoglycemia
149. Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Syndromes
150. Polyglandular Deficiency Syndromes
151. Carcinoid
Section 14. Blood Disorders
152. Biology of Blood
153. Blood Transfusion
154. Anemias
155. Bleeding Disorders
156. White Blood Cell Disorders
157. Leukemias
158. Lymphomas
159. Plasma Cell Disorders
160. Myeloproliferative Disorders
161. Spleen Disorders
Section 15. Cancer
162. Causes and Risks of Cancer
163. Cancer and the Immune System
164. Diagnosis of Cancer
165. Complications of Cancer
166. Cancer Treatment
Section 16. Immune Disorders
167. Biology of the Immune System
168. Immunodeficiency Disorders
169. Allergic Reactions
170. Transplantation
Section 17. Infections
171. Biology of Infectious Disease
172. Immunizations to Prevent Infection
173. Anti-Infective Drugs
174. Infections of the Skin and Underlying Tissue
175. Abscesses
176. Bacteremia and Septic Shock
177. Bacillary Infections
178. Coccal Infections
179. Spirochetal Infections
180. Anaerobic Bacterial Infections
181. Tuberculosis
182. Leprosy
183. Rickettsial Infections
184. Parasitic Infections
185. Fungal Infections
186. Viral Infections
187. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
188. Infections in People With Impaired Defenses
189. Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Section 18. Skin Disorders
190. Biology of the Skin
191. Topical Skin Medications
192. Itching
193. Superficial Skin Disorders
194. Dermatitis
195. Skin Inflammation
196. Blistering Diseases
197. Bedsores
198. Sweating Disorders
199. Sebaceous Gland Disorders
200. Hair Disorders
201. Bacterial Skin Infections
202. Fungal Skin Infections
203. Parasitic Skin Infections
204. Viral Skin Infections
205. Sunlight and Skin Damage
206. Pigment Disorders
207. Noncancerous Skin Growths
208. Skin Cancers
Section 19. Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
209. Ears, Nose and Throat
210. Hearing Loss and Deafness
211. Outer Ear Disorders
212. Middle and Inner Ear Disorders
213. Disorders of the Nose and Sinuses
214. Throat Disorders
215. Head and Neck Cancers
Section 20. Eye Disorders
216. Eyes and Vision
217. Refractive Disorders
218. Eye Injuries
219. Eye Socket Disorders
220. Eyelid and Tear Gland Disorders
221. Disorders of the Conjunctiva
222. Corneal Disorders
223. Cataracts
224. Disorders of the Uvea
225. Retinal Disorders
226. Glaucoma
227. Optic Nerve Disorders
Section 21. Men's Health Issues
228. Male Reproductive System
229. Disorders of the Penis, Prostate, and Testes
230. Impotence
Section 22. Women's Health Issues
231. Female Reproductive System
232. Hormones and Reproduction
233. Menopause
234. Common Gynecologic Problems
235. Absent or Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
236. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
237. Endometriosis
238. Breast Disorders
239. Cancers of the Female Reproductive System
240. Infertility
241. Family Planning
242. Tests for Genetic Disorders
243. Pregnancy
244. High-Risk Pregnancy
245. Complications of Pregnancy
246. Diseases That Can Complicate Pregnancy
247. Drug Use During Pregnancy
248. Labor and Delivery
249. Complications of Labor and Delivery
250. Postdelivery Period
Section 23. Children's Health Issues
251. Normal Newborns and Infants
252. Problems in Newborns and Infants
253. Infections in Newborns and Infants
254. Birth Defects
255. Mental Retardation
256. Sick Children and Their Families
257. Developmental Problems in Young Children
258. Puberty and Problems in Adolescents
259. Bacterial Infections
260. Viral Infections
261. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection
262. Pinworm Infection
263. Disorders Likely Caused by Infection
264. Childhood Cancers
265. Gastrointestinal Disorders
266. Nutritional Disorders
267. Metabolic Disorders
268. Hormonal Disorders
269. Musculoskeletal Disorders
270. Cerebral Palsy
271. Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
272. Eye Disorders
273. Mental Health Disorders
274. Child Abuse and Neglect
275. Poisoning
276. Injuries
Section 24. Accidents and Injuries
277. Burns
278. Electrical Injuries
279. Radiation Injury
280. Heat Disorders
281. Cold Injuries
282. Mountain Sickness
283. Near Drowning
284. Diving Injuries
285. Air Travel and Medical Problems
286. Poisoning
287. Venomous Bites and Stings
Appendixes
I. Legal Issues
II. Weights and Measures
III. Common Medical Tests
IV. Some Trade Names of Generic Drugs
V. Resources for Help and Information