Kumar & Clark's Cases in Clinical Medicine
Philip Xiu author Nicholas Aveyard author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Elsevier Health Sciences
Published:6th May '25
Should be back in stock very soon

This award-winning book provides a comprehensive collection of over 200 real-life clinical cases designed to support clinical reasoning and enhance diagnostic and management skills through case-based learning. The cases cover a wide range of acute symptoms and conditions encountered in medicine, with clear and concise advice on diagnosis and management. The level of detail is ideal for exam revision as well as to support junior doctors and other healthcare professionals on the wards. Now in its fifth edition, this latest Kumar & Clark has been fully updated by new editors who bring a wealth of clinical experience as well as a recent junior doctor perspective to this highly useful book. More than 200 clinical cases covering various acute symptoms and conditions Includes the most common MLA conditions Concise, relevant, and fully updated with evidence-based information and the latest guidelines Clear advice on immediate and further management, complications, differential diagnoses, history-taking, tips, pitfalls, alerts, investigations, and prioritisation Key points reinforced through ‘Remember’, ‘Investigations’ and ‘Information’ boxes High-quality diagrams, tables, and photographs throughout An enhanced eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customise your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
5 Stars! "The book is aimed at strengthening clinical reasoning, decision-making skills, and patient management skills through case-based learning. It delivers concise, evidence-based advice on diagnosis, immediate care, long-term management, and potential complications. Notable additions to this latest edition include new specialty sections, an expanded dermatology section, and thorough alignment with the most up-to-date clinical guidelines.... This book is helpful for a wide range of readers involved in clinical practice and medical education. It is an excellent resource for medical students preparing for examinations as it offers practical, case-based learning to consolidate knowledge.... a high-quality, practical resource that effectively supports medical students, residents, and other healthcare professionals. Its structured case-based approach promotes active learning and mirrors real life clinical problem-solving. This latest edition has enhanced relevance and educational value, and it stands out for its breadth of coverage, clarity, and inclusion of updated content." Review by Vedang Bhavsar, MD, FACC (Northeast Georgia Health System), ©Doody's Review Service, 2025. Doody's Score: 97, 5 Stars!
ISBN: 9780443261893
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 780g
532 pages
5th edition