Deals with the most commonly encountered cases in pediatric practice.

Each case is discussed in detail under history, examinations, investigations, clinical features, differential diagnosis, complications, management and treatment.

Cases have been categorized under each system.

Clinical features of each case have been illustrated with diagrams and photographs.

Salient laboratory findings and essential diagnostic criteria for the respective cases are highlighted in box.

New cases Henoch-Schönlein purpura, Infectious mononucleosis and Obesity have been added in this edition.

Laboratory investigations, treatment and management of each case have been completely revised, updated with respect to current strategies.

Exhaustive glossary that acts as a ready reckoner for practical and viva voce competitive examinations.