For over four decades Ghai Essential Pediatrics has been the subcontinent’s most trusted resource for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in pediatrics. With contributions from more than 40 experts, the ninth edition is thoroughly updated and revised to ensure that the reader has access to latest information on diagnoses and therapies.

Unique features of this edition
Emphasis on recognition and management of common pediatric conditions
Liberal use of algorithms and tables emphasizing differential diagnosis, and integrating strategies for evaluation and management
Updated guidelines on diagnosis and management of hypertension, tuberculosis and other infections,and diabetes mellitus
Extensively revised chapters on nutrition, growth, adolescent health, immunization, infections, gastrointestinal system,malignancies,and inborn errors of metabolism
Fresh perspectives from new contributing authors on disorders of development, central nervous system,otorhinolaryngology,micronutrients,poisonings and IMNCI
Easy to locate key content through unique color design
References to relevant websites and updated resources for suggested reading
Free access to dedicated App that provides resource of related clinical photographs, radiographs, tables and algorithms to enhance student-learning and support class-teaching