An innovative, visual textbook for medical students to help learn and understand core medical conditions.Over 100 mind maps:The book features over 100 easy to follow, full colour mind maps of clinically relevant medical conditions using a systems-based structure:CardiologyRespiratoryGastroenterologyRenalEndocrinologyNeurologyRheumatologyInfectious diseasesThe mind maps give you quick access to key information in a visually appealing way. Where appropriate the mind map is followed by additional reference information to remind you about, for example, risk assessment tools, staging criteria, and treatment algorithms. Consistent structure:All mind maps are presented consistently and cover:DefinitionPathophysiologyCauses and Risk factorsClinical features: signs and symptomsEpidemiologyInvestigations: blood tests and imagingManagement: lifestyle, pharmacological and surgicalComplicationsOther key features:Images are provided throughout the book to help illustrate key signs.Mnemonics are used throughout to aid learning.Information is up-to-date and based around the latest guidelines.All topics are clinically relevant or likely to appear in medical school examinations.Mind Maps for Medicine is a key medical textbook for all medical students but particularly those who consider themselves visual learners.
