The textbook , published by Elsevier Masson , is a core medical reference used by French medical students preparing for the Épreuves Classantes Nationales informatisées (ECNi). Authored by the Collège des Enseignants de Nutrition (CEN) , it serves as the official curriculum guide for the Second Cycle of Medical Studies (DFASM) in France. Role in Medical Training
Medical students in France often have free access to digital versions of Elsevier Masson "Référentiels" through their university's ENT (Environnement Numérique de Travail) or platforms like Cyberlibris . The textbook , published by Elsevier Masson ,
While students often search for PDF downloads, this textbook is a copyrighted publication available for purchase through major retailers. While students often search for PDF downloads, this
The primary purpose of this manual is to centralize the fundamental knowledge required for the ECNi competitive exams. Nutrition is treated as a , meaning its principles are integrated across various medical specialties such as endocrinology, cardiology, and pediatrics. The book is structured into two main sections: The book is structured into two main sections:
You can find the physical and digital versions at Elsevier Masson , Amazon , and specialized medical bookstores like Librairie Les Saisons .
Content is organized into "Ranks" (A and B) to help students prioritize critical core knowledge versus more specialized information.
Covers essential items from the national curriculum (Items 45 to 251), including metabolic diseases, malnutrition ( dénutrition ), and nutritional needs during pregnancy.