Rennie & Roberton’s Textbook of Neonatology, 5th Edition is the definitive reference for neonatal care, offering comprehensive, evidence-based guidance on the diagnosis and management of newborns. Highly commended by the BMA Medical Book Awards in Paediatrics (2013), this edition combines detailed pathophysiology with practical clinical approaches and addresses the psychosocial, ethical, and legal aspects of neonatology. Contributions from fetal medicine specialists and obstetricians provide essential contextual knowledge, making this an indispensable resource for the entire neonatal care team, from practitioners to trainees preparing for certification exams.
Key Features
- Thoroughly updated and revised, reflecting the latest advances in neonatal care
- Comprehensive coverage of all neonatal conditions, including neurologic, respiratory, cardiovascular, and genetic disorders
- Expanded chapters on resuscitation, ventilation, chronic lung disease, periventricular leukomalacia, and genomics
- Inclusion of latest imaging techniques (CT, cranial ultrasonography, MRI) with guidance on clinical application
- Practical focus on differential diagnosis and management planning
- Addresses psychosocial aspects: handling perinatal death, ethical and legal considerations
- Incorporates current clinical governance guidelines as recommended by the RCPCH
- Improved illustration program with full-color figures and line drawings for rapid review and better comprehension
- Selected key references at the end of each chapter for targeted further reading and research
- Serves as both an authoritative reference and a practical guide for neonatal practitioners, nurses, and trainees
