The second edition of Partha’s Fundamentals of Pediatrics has been thoroughly revised to bring trainees and physicians fully up to date with the latest developments and rapidly changing concepts in the field of paediatrics.Beginning with an introduction to physical examination, newborn care, growth and development, and immunisation, the following chapters describe different disciplines within paediatrics including – cardiology, neurology, pulmonology and endocrinology. Adolescent health, allergies, learning disabilities, skin diseases and child abuse are also discussed. The final sections examine radiology and imaging, drug therapy and surgical procedures.Enhanced with 560 images, illustrations and tables, this comprehensive guide helps with recognition, diagnosis and management of numerous paediatric disorders, with an emphasis on prevention, as well as treatment.Key pointsComprehensive guide to complete field of paediatricsNew edition fully revised with latest developments and conceptsEmphasis on prevention as well as management of numerous disordersIncludes 560 full colour images, illustrations and tablesPrevious edition published in 2008