- Updated topics reflecting the most current epidemiology, etiology, and diagnosis and treatment recommendations
- New chapter on Disorders of Hemostasis & Antithrombotic Therapy
- Many chapters on specific disorders have been reorganized to emphasize disease states, including Geriatric Disorders, Dermatologic Disorders, Disorders of the Eyes & Lids, Heart Disorders, Pulmonary Disorders, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Nervous System Disorders, Nutritional Disorders, Common Problems in Infectious Diseases & Antimicrobial Therapy, Bacterial & Chlamydial Infections, Spirochetal Infections, and Mycotic Infections
- Palliative Care & Pain Management are now the focus of the reconceived chapter on end-of-life care
- The Common Symptoms chapter has been expanded to include more symptoms (eg, palpitations) and to provide more information on treatment
- Reorganized Cancer chapter brings together common cancers and highlights latest treatment advances
- Developments in HIV infection, including new drugs, currently recommended treatment regimens, and up-to-date information on antiretroviral drug resistance
- New information on alternative medicine and complementary therapies, including sections on mind-body medicine; on clinical hypnosis; biofeedback; mindfulness meditation; stress reduction and cognitive therapy; and guided imagery
- Update on antibiotic, antiviral, and antifungal agents
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