Description
Book SynopsisThe 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.
Trade ReviewThis is a high-quality offering in a field where there are several similar books. This book provides a wealth of information in a portable format while being affordable and highly practical. The new edition amply justifies replacing the previous edition. * Carol Scott-Conner, Doody's *
this book is excellent and lives up to the high-quality bar set by other Oxford Handbooks in the series ... an excellent and substantial textbook of surgery packed into the dimensions of a handbook. It is a win win situation for all users * Dr Harry Brown, Glycosmedia *
Review from previous edition I found it friendly and easy to find any source of information in a systematic order. I would recommend it for junior doctors and final year medical students. * BMA Book Awards 2014. Highly Commended *
'[It] perfectly summarises surgery in all its glory - highly recommended for anyone embarking on a surgical rotation.' * GKT Surgical Society *
'In short, it's a little surgical gem.' * Glasgow University Medical Journal *
Table of Contents1: 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 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