Publisher's Synopsis
This reference covers molecular genetics, inherited metabolic diseases, endocrine disorders, immunological syndromes, collagen vascular diseases, and hematological disorders. It includes information on psychosocial illnesses and behavioural problems in childhood and adolescence; explores the management of chronic diseases; and presents detailed discussions of screening, prevention, and health maintenance. There are insights about family structure and function, school health, community resources, and the organizing and financing of a pediatric practice. Extensive revisions in this edition reflect developments in paediatric evaluation and management, and new chapters cover complementary and alternative medical therapies, family systems approach to the care of children, paediatrics and managed care, school readiness and screening for behavioural problems.
