The Merck Manual of Geriatrics

In the style of the Merck Manual, this title provides information of clinical relevance to all physicians involved with the care of the elderly. In the five years since the publication of the first edition geriatric medicine has evolved and the Manual has evolved with it. New information about normal and abnormal aging, diagnosis, management and treatment of disease has been added, along with important updates on the legal and ethical issues relevant to clinicians. Coverage of nursing home and home care, and the roles of nursing, social services and rehabilitation has been expanded. New chapters provide additional information on breast, gynecologic, pulmonary, and gastroenterologic disorders and cancer. In addition, this edition has been completely redesigned and includes new illustrations and new tables. Features: * 68 figures, all new or redrawn * All chapters completely updated * Redesigned for easier access to information and easy reading * Expanded coverage of: * Cancer * Incontinence * Dementia and Behavioural Disorders * Ethical and legal issues * Medication use * Pain control * Home Health Care and Nursing Home Care * Anaesthesia * Surgery * Occupational and physical therapy * Sexuality and impotence * Gynaecology * AIDS