Special Volume 23 of Recent Advances in Pediatrics is a compilation of reviews bringing trainees and physicians fully up to date with key developments in paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition. Divided into four sections, Part 1 discusses issues in paediatric gastroenterology such as irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, abdominal pain and gastrointestinal endoscopy. Part 2 examines hepatologic disorders that may be encountered in children, including acute liver failure, viral hepatitis and liver transplantation. Parts 3 and 4 cover nutrition and pharmacotherapy. Presented in an easy to follow format, Special Volume 23 follows a multidisciplinary approach. Each chapter finishes with a summary of key learning points and extensive references for further reading. Clinical photographs, illustrations and tables enhance learning. Key points New, updated volume presenting latest developments in paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition Multidisciplinary approach, easy to follow format Extensive references and key learning points summarised in each chapter Includes contributions from experts in London, Liverpool and California

Developmental and behavioural paediatrics is the assessment of children to ascertain their developmental status. This includes speech and language delay, learning difficulties, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and social communication disorders, including Asperger’s Syndrome and Autism. Accurate diagnosis means that children, and their parents, can be given the appropriate support and advice required to ensure the best possible therapy and support (BMI Healthcare). This book is a comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of developmental and behavioural disorders in children. Beginning with an introduction to normal development and behaviour, the text then discusses surveillance and screening processes. Each of the following chapters covers a different disorder or syndrome, from Down’s syndrome, neuroregressive disorders and ADHD, to cerebral palsy, selective mutism, visual and hearing impairments, and many more. The final sections discuss therapeutic techniques including pharmacotherapy, counselling, and complementary and alternative medicine. Key points Comprehensive guide to diagnosis and management of developmental and behavioural disorders in children Covers many different disorders and syndromes Includes discussion on medicolegal aspects Features illustrations and figures to enhance learning

The Short Textbook of Pediatrics is the latest edition of this extensive guide to the field of paediatrics, featuring revised, updated and brand new content. New chapters in this edition include fever spectrum, fungal, protozoal, heliminthic, intrauterine, and nosocomial infections and infestations, all in the paediatric infections section. Enhanced by over 815 full colour images, with multiple choice questions and clinical problems at the end of chapters for self-evaluation.

IAP Textbook of Pediatrics is the latest edition of this extensive textbook, which highlights the substantial advances in preventive and therapeutic care in paediatrics since the last edition. This edition has been thoroughly revised and reorganised into a single volume, enhanced by nearly 1200 full colour images and illustrations which allow for quick and easy reference. New content and topics in this edition include new IAP growth charts, human milk banking, and survival of childhood cancer.

Chapter 1. Approach to Neurological Assessment in Children Chapter 2. Approach to Localization of Neurological Disorders Chapter 3. Approach to Congenital Malformation of Brain Chapter 4. Approach to Abnormal Head: Size and Shape Chapter 5. Approach to Developmental Delay in Children Chapter 6. Approach to Intellectual Disability and Specific Learning Disorder Chapter 7. Approach to Autism Chapter 8. Approach to Inborn Errors of Metabolism in Neonate, Infant, and Children Chapter 9. Approach to Neuronal Migration Disorders Chapter 10. Approach to Acute Febrile Chapter 11. Approach to Acute Encephalitis (Indian Scenario) Chapter 12. Approach to Childhood Neurotuberculosis in Children Chapter 13. Approach to Cerebral Malaria Chapter 14. Approach to Neurocysticercosis in Children Chapter 15. Approach to Fungal Infections of Central Nervous System Chapter 16. Approach to Altered Sensorium Chapter 17. Approach to Acute Stroke Syndrome Chapter 18. Approach to Febrile Seizures and Fever-related Epilepsies Chapter 19. Approach to a Child with Epilepsy Chapter 20. Approach to Self-limited Focal Epilepsies of Childhood Chapter 21. Approach to Intractable Seizures Chapter 22. Approach to Seizures Imitator and Seizure Mimics Chapter 23. Approach to Dizziness and Vertigo in Children Chapter 24. Approach to Neonatal Seizures Chapter 25. Approach to Management of Status Epilepticus Chapter 26. Current Guidelines for Diagnosis and Management of Childhood Epilepsy Chapter 27. Approach to Neurological Emergencies in Children Chapter 28. Approach to Child with Cerebral Palsy Chapter 29. Approach to Early Intervention Therapy in Cerebral Palsy Chapter 30. Approach to Neurodegenerative Disorders Chapter 31. Approach to Demyelinating Disorders of Central Nervous System Chapter 32. Approach to Movement Disorders in Children Chapter 33. Approach to Opsoclonus Myoclonus Syndrome Chapter 34. Approach to a Child with Ataxia Chapter 35. Approach to Neuromuscular Diseases Chapter 36. Approach to Child with Acute Flaccid Paralysis Chapter 37. Approach to Paraplegia Chapter 38. Approach to Floppy Infant Chapter 39. Approach to a Child with Myopathy and Myositis Chapter 40. Approach to Headache in Children Chapter 41. Approach to Neurocutaneous Syndrome Chapter 42. Approach to Nutritional Disorders of Nervous System Chapter 43. Approach to Rabies Chapter 44. Approach to Neurotoxic Snake Envenomation Chapter 45. Fundus Examination in Children Chapter 46. Approach to Cerebrospinal Fluid Interpretation in Children Chapter 47. Approach to Neurophysiological Investigations Chapter 48. Approach to Basics of MRI and CT Scan Drugs Appendix Index

SECTION I: BASICS OF MICROBIOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 1. Rational Antimicrobial Therapy: Need of the Hour 2. Basics of Microbiologic Diagnosis 3. Antimicrobial Resistance: Current Scenario 4. Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of Antimicrobials 5. Penicillins and Monobactams 6. Cephalosporins 7. Carbapenems 8. Beta-lactam and Beta-lactamase Inhibitor Combinations 9. Aminoglycosides 10. Macrolides and Azalides 11. Quinolones 12. Glycopeptides, Lipopeptides, Oxazolidinones, and Glycolipopeptides 13. Polymyxins, Newer Tetracyclines and Fosfomycin 14. Miscellaneous Antibacterial Drugs SECTION II: ANTIMICROBIAL THERAPY OF INFECTIONS 15. General Principles of Antimicrobial Therapy 16. Practicing Rational Antimicrobial Therapy 17. Antimicrobial Therapy in Acute Gastroenteritis 18. Antimicrobial Therapy in Intra-abdominal Infections 19. Antimicrobial Therapy in Upper Respiratory Tract Infections 20. Antimicrobial Therapy in Lower Respiratory Tract Infections 21. Antitubercular Therapy 22. Antimicrobial Therapy in Enteric Fever 23. Antimicrobial Therapy in Urinary Tract Infections 24. Antimicrobial Therapy in Skin and Soft Tissue Infections 25. Antimicrobial Therapy in Skeletal Infections 26. Antimicrobial Therapy in Central Nervous System Infections 27. Antimicrobial Therapy in Infective Endocarditis 28. Antimicrobial Therapy in Neonatal Sepsis 29. Antimicrobial Therapy in Septic Shock 30. Antimicrobial Therapy of Healthcare-associated Infections 31. Antimicrobial Therapy in Febrile Neutropenia 32. Antimicrobial Prophylaxis 33. Antimalarial Therapy 34. Antiretroviral Therapy 35. Anthelminthic Therapy 36. Antiviral Therapy 37. Antifungal Therapy 38. Antimicrobial Therapy of Assorted Infections SECTION III: CASE SCENARIOS OF ANTIMICROBIAL THERAPY 39. Rational Antimicrobial Therapy--Illustrative Cases SECTION IV: READY RECKONER FOR ANTIMICROBIAL DRUGS 40. Antimicrobial Formulary Index