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42nd edition. With over 5,000 definitions and descriptions of medical terms and concepts, and over 1,000 diagrams, drawings and colour illustrations. This latest edition contains info on the HPV vaccine, Monoclonal Antibodies, the new guidelines for fibroid treatment, endoscopy and laparoscopy, coronary angioplasty and MRSA.
Synopsis
This reference presents over 5000 definitions and descriptions of medical terms and concepts. There are appendices on subjects such as the National Health Service, complementary and alternative medicine, common medical tests and an address list of support and professional organizations.