Frequently Overlooked Diagnoses In the Acute Setting

This new book is a well-written and succinct overview of 25 diseases that are commonly overlooked by physicians in the acute setting, and the bulk of these conditions are quite common. If not considered, they could lead to significant morbidity or mortality. For each disorder, the author presents the background, the reasons that the disorder is overlooked, the differential diagnosis, clinical features, lab findings, treatment, and a valuable list of key summary points.

• A book that addresses an issue not given much attention in standard texts: serious medical problems that are often overlooked
• Features a focused, easy-to-read format
• Key points summarize the important guidelines on diagnosing these difficult conditions