Amply supported by line drawings and photographs, algorithms and anatomical depictions, this book provides a comprehensive resource that readily depicts the rationale for the basic operative principles mandated by state-of-the-art surgical therapy.
General Surgery: Principles and International Practice is organized over two volumes into ten Sections, each representing an important branch of surgical science. Amply supported by line drawings and photographs, algorithms and anatomical depictions, it provides illustrative, instructive and comprehensive coverage depicting the rationale for the basic operative principles mandated by state-of-the-art surgical therapy.
“Go-to” source to rapidly evaluate the organ site-disease
‘Pearls and Pitfalls’ application to differentiate poignant specified applications for treatment of surgical disease (Pearls) and emphasize failures (Pitfalls) when such diagnostic approaches, technique and therapy are not utilized
Comprehensive insight into selective management of high-risk and rare diseases
General Surgery: Principles and International Practice is organized over two volumes into ten Sections, each representing an important branch of surgical science. Amply supported by line drawings and photographs, algorithms and anatomical depictions, it provides the medical student, general surgical resident or active practitioner with illustrative, instructive and comprehensive coverage depicting the rationale for the basic operative principles mandated by state-of-the-art surgical therapy. The reader can rapidly review the subject matter in a three-to-five page summary with contemporary bibliography in each chapter and a Pearls and Pitfalls section that summarizes the impact, concerns and outcomes of surgical management.
Kirby I. Bland
Surgery principles and practice surgical management surgical therapy
From the reviews:
"This … book covers the full spectrum of topics of interest to general surgeons. … the book organizes the material in a unique and highly practical format. … Written for practicing surgeons, the book should be valuable to residents, fellows, and students as well. … an excellent reference for surgeons preparing to take the boards or preparing for maintenance of certification. … Surgeons who need a … detailed book addressing management of surgical problems (including the most complex ones) will find excellent guidance here." (Carol Scott-Conner, Doody’s Review Service, March, 2009)