Oxford Handbook of Clinical Surgery

Description:

The fifth edition of this bestselling Oxford Medical Handbook is now even better than ever, with the inclusion of three new chapters on day case surgery, remote and rural surgery, and emergency surgery. It has been thoroughly revised with the latest guidelines, management algorithms, and guidance on decision-making. Now with the editorial team expanded to include four new associate editors, this new edition provides an accessible pocket reference for surgical trainees, medical students, and all those involved in the care of the surgical patient. It is thoroughly comprehensive, without sacrificing the clear, concise, and quick-reference style the Oxford Medical Handbooks are known for. It provides surgically relevant anatomy and physiology, quick reference symbols, key diagrams, and a focus on evidence-based practice with key references throughout. This essential guide will ensure you have the information you need at your fingertips.

Table of Contents:

1 Good surgical practice

2 Principles of surgery

3 Surgical pathology

4 Practical procedures

5 Head and neck surgery

6 Breast surgery

7 Endocrine surgery

8 Upper gastrointestinal surgery

9 Liver, pancreatic, and biliary surgery

10 Abdominal wall

11 Urology

12 Colorectal surgery

13 Paediatric surgery

14 Paediatric orthopaedic surgery

15 Major trauma

16 Orthopaedic surgery

17 Plastic surgery

18 Cardiothoracic surgery

19 Peripheral vascular disease

20 Transplantation

21 Common surgical procedures

22 Remote and rural surgery

23 Surgery in tropical diseases

24 Eponymous terms and rarities

25 Day case surgery

26 Emergency surgery topics

Anatomy and physiology key revision points index

Index