The dictionary of medical terminology has stood for linguistic and medical expertise for over 40 years. With approximately 37,000 revised and updated entries, it has become the standard reference work for medical terms and spelling, making it indispensable for anyone dealing with or wanting to understand medical terminology. 180 information boxes explain the components of medical terms. Additionally, the medical dictionary includes a list of medical abbreviations, an extensive table of selected medical laboratory values, and an overview of first aid emergency measures.