Contains most recent developments in medicine and health care delivery. Defines diseases and conditions, treatments, and microorganisms. Includes entries for commonly prescribed and over-the-counter medications.

A reference for all who need clear explanation of medical terms: nurses, health care professionals and students, health service management, actuaries, lawyers and journalists.

Provides in-depth coverage of a variety of topics in A-Z entries and appendices.

Presents definitions for the medical acronyms and abbreviations that are used today.