Genre: Information/Explanation

This volume is a complete and systematic guide to physical examination of neonates , interpretation of physical findings in neonates , and identification of clinical syndromes as they appear at this stage . The first section reviews the fetal and postnatal development of the various organ systems , describes techniques of physical examination , and thoroughly discusses the significance of physical findings in each body area . Coverage includes detailed information on normal findings and variations of normal , as well as abnormal findings . The second section lists the critical signs , symptoms , and physical findings that are diagnostic or suggestive of specific syndromes . Full-color photographs depict the presentation of specific syndromes in neonates .