The material content of several of the chapters is presented in interesting and sometimes novel formats. Many of the illustrations are vivid and the anatomical diagrams are clear and relevant. Some chapters break down issues into sections reviewing definitions, presentations, clinical course, treatment and so on for a number of conditions sequentially and this can make rather interrupted gleaning of information but for some will perhaps be a stimulating way of acquiring information.

The incorporation of a section on Professional behaviour ethical and legal aspects of the specialty enriches the publication.