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Oxford Handbook of Clinical and Laboratory Investigation (3 ed.)

Edited by Drew Provan

Publisher:
Oxford University Press
Print Publication Date:
Jul 2010
Print ISBN-13:
9780199233717
Published to Oxford Medicine:
Aug 2010
DOI:
10.1093/med/9780199233717.001.0001

Disclaimer

Oxford University Press makes no representation, express or implied, that the drug dosages in this book are correct. Readers must therefore always check the product information and clinical procedures with the most up to date published product information and data sheets provided by the manufacturers and the most recent codes of conduct and safety regulations. The authors and the publishers do not accept responsibility or legal liability for any errors in the text or for the misuse or misapplication of material in this work. Except where otherwise stated, drug dosages and recommendations are for the non-pregnant adult who is not breastfeeding.

Preface to the third edition

Advances in modern medicine continue to improve the diagnostic and care pathways for patients. Keeping track of developments within one’s own specialty can sometimes be difficult and, considering internal medicine as a whole, it is virtually impossible for most of us to remember which tests are required and in which specific situations.

This new and updated version of the Oxford Handbook of Clinical and Laboratory Investigation reflects today’s practice. Major updating has been carried out particularly in the Cardiology, Poisoning and Rheumatology chapters. Other chapters have been updated where necessary, bringing them in line with current guidelines.

In addition, new and better quality illustrations have been used, and the line art has been redrawn to provide extra clarity. We have also cross-referenced where possible to the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Medicine, 8th edn, Oxford University Press.

The OUP team have been patient with us and has kept the project moving along. The writing team has managed to deliver great content, which is no mean feat when considering how busy each of them is delivering care to their patients. I am indebted to them for making this book relevant and readable for clinicians of all grades.

As before, I take responsibility for errors or omissions in the book and welcome any comments readers may have. This book is meant to be used, rather than kept on a bookshelf, and its usability relies on feedback from readers, so please contact me at a.provan@virgin.net if there is anything you feel could be improved in the next edition.

Drew Provan

2010