This fifth
edition of the manual though comprises of the basic principles of clinical
examination in addition to detailed history taking, it also has a separate new
section of infectious diseases.
The firm foundation and authenticated information on clinical methods will aid
the physicians not only in arriving at a provisional diagnosis, but also in
planning relevant necessary investigations to confirm the diagnosis.
It is richly illustrated with figures and tables. The layout of the manual is
such that for each disease the causes, clinical features, investigations and
the disease management are clearly stated.
This manual is a clinical reference manual and will serve as an outstanding
source of information for any physician or physician-in-training.