Category: Dictionary & Encyclopedia
Number of Pages: 610
Language: English
Publisher: DK Publishing Ltd.
Publisher: DK Publishing Ltd.
Age Range: 8 and Up
About the Book
The British Medical Association (BMA) Illustrated Medical Dictionary gives comprehensive coverage of anatomical terms, disorders, tests, treatments and drugs and contains extensive cross referencing for fast access to related topics.
This A to Z of medical terms is the only full-color medical dictionary and provides easy-to-follow explanations for over 5,500 terms, many of them illustrated to help understanding. Inside you'll find more than just basic definitions; entries for conditions define the ailment, explain how it affects the person, and outline possible treatments. Key terms, such as heart disease, emphysema, and dialysis are accompanied by full-color images. From exploring a dental abscess diagram to discovering the symptoms and causes of asthma, stay one step ahead of your family's ailments. Fully updated and revised with the latest information on anatomical terms, disorders, essential tests, and drugs, so whatever you're dealing with, you're fully in the know.
It is the essential dictionary for general practitioners, students and those with an interest in the medical field.