Emergency Consultation Handbook for Unexplained Fever

Author: Wang Quanchu and Zhang Yumei
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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: Fever is a very common symptom in clinical practice, and almost every day, patients with unexplained fever seek medical attention during internal medicine diagnosis and treatment. Its etiology is diverse and involves various clinical disciplines. The diagnosis of acute fever patients is generally easier to determine, but the etiology of unexplained prolonged fever (FUO) patients is more complex, making clinical management challenging. Although modern medical diagnostic techniques have become highly advanced, the differential diagnosis of unexplained fever remains a significant challenge for clinicians. Therefore, there is a strong need for a clinical guide that can navigate the complexities of unexplained fever.
To address this, we have compiled this manual. It is divided into nine chapters. The five general chapters introduce the symptomatology, diagnostic techniques, diagnostic procedures, and clinical thinking for fever in special populations. The four specific chapters focus on the clinical manifestations and differential diagnostic key points of the four major etiologies of unexplained fever: infectious diseases, malignancies, connective tissue diseases, and drug fever.
This book features an innovative format, rich content, and references a vast amount of domestic and international literature. It incorporates the latest advancements in modern medicine, particularly those from evidence-based medicine research. Primarily presented in the form of tables and figures, it systematically introduces the diagnostic procedures and thought processes for unexplained fever. The language is concise, the key points are highlighted, and it is easy to consult and carry, making it an indispensable quick-reference manual for clinicians.