An update of the classic step-by-step guide to general surgery procedures. The Eighth Edition presents detailed illustrations depicting the important steps a surgeon must consider while performing an operation, and features new material on laparoscopic procedures, the open hernia procedure, and the central node biopsy procedure.
Review quote:
"This is an outstanding book and has remained outstanding throughout its eight editions. The drawings are excellent, have clearly passed the test of time, and represent the way most surgeons think about a procedure. The descriptions are well written and particularly helpful, especially before undertaking a procedure. It is a large book and is very useful as an atlas for refreshing or learning the steps of a particular procedure. I would recommend it highly to practicing surgeons." "4 Stars!"
All younger surgeons and residents of surgery must have a comprehensive surgical atlas to teach them of the various techniques entailed in successfully completing a wide array of operations and surgical procedures. This classic surgery resource represents a step-by-step comprehensive guide to general surgical procedures. Detailed illustrations elaborate on every step that must be considered during the operation, along with a concise text as well. Key Features: Unsurpassed step-by-step illustrations of the full range of surgical techniques. New section including the most common laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures Updated open hernia procedure to reflect new techniques Coverage on new sentinel node biopsying technique for the detection of metastatic breast cancer. Recommendations for anesthesia and pre- and postoperative preparation incorporated into every chapter Includes additional information on the state-of-the-art use of lasers stapling instruments
Review quote:
"This is an outstanding book and has remained outstanding throughout its eight editions. The drawings are excellent, have clearly passed the test of time, and represent the way most surgeons think about a procedure. The descriptions are well written and particularly helpful, especially before undertaking a procedure. It is a large book and is very useful as an atlas for refreshing or learning the steps of a particular procedure. I would recommend it highly to practicing surgeons." "4 Stars!"
All younger surgeons and residents of surgery must have a comprehensive surgical atlas to teach them of the various techniques entailed in successfully completing a wide array of operations and surgical procedures. This classic surgery resource represents a step-by-step comprehensive guide to general surgical procedures. Detailed illustrations elaborate on every step that must be considered during the operation, along with a concise text as well. Key Features: Unsurpassed step-by-step illustrations of the full range of surgical techniques. New section including the most common laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures Updated open hernia procedure to reflect new techniques Coverage on new sentinel node biopsying technique for the detection of metastatic breast cancer. Recommendations for anesthesia and pre- and postoperative preparation incorporated into every chapter Includes additional information on the state-of-the-art use of lasers stapling instruments