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Saturday, August 21, 2010

Neuroanatomy: An Atlas of Structures, Sections, and Systems, North American Edition





Now in its 25th year, this best-selling work is the only neuroanatomy atlas to integrate neuroanatomy and neurobiology with extensive clinical information. It combines full-color anatomical illustrations with over 200 MRI, CT, MRA, and MRV images to clearly demonstrate anatomical-clinical correlations. This edition contains many new MRI/CT images and is fully updated to conform to Terminologia Anatomica. Fifteen innovative new color illustrations correlate clinical images of lesions at strategic locations on pathways with corresponding deficits in Brown-Sequard syndrome, dystonia, Parkinson disease, and other conditions. The question-and-answer chapter contains over 235 review questions, many USMLE-style. Interactive Neuroanatomy, Version 3, an online component packaged with the atlas, contains new brain slice series, including coronal, axial, and sagittal slices.



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Neuroanatomy Through Clinical Cases



Neuroanatomy through Clinical Cases brings a pioneering interactive approach to the teaching of neuroanatomy, using over 100 actual Clinical Cases and high-quality radiologic images to bring the subject to life. This approach allows students to appreciate the clinical relevance of structural details as they are being learned, and to integrate knowledge of disparate functional systems, since a single lesion may affect several different neural structures and pathways.
Most of the book comprises chapters that explain the major neuroanatomical systems. Each chapter first presents background material including an overview of relevant neuroanatomical structures and pathways, and a brief discussion of related clinical disorders. The second half of each chapter is devoted to clinical cases. The cases begin with a narrative of how the patient developed symptoms, and what deficits were found upon neurological examination. Boldface type highlights important symptoms and signs. A series of questions challenges the reader to deduce the neuroanatomical location of the patient’s lesion, and the diagnosis. Discussion and answers follow, and an epilogue reveals the actual outcome.
One of the book’s most innovative features is the inclusion of CT and MRI scans that depict each patient’s lesion. These radiographs help the reader develop skills in interpreting the same kinds of diagnostic images employed in clinical practice.
The book is intended primarily for first- or second-year medical students enrolled in a basic neuroanatomy, neurobiology or neuroscience course. It is also a valuable resource for advanced medical students and residents, as well as students of other health professions, notably physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, dentistry, speech therapy, and neuropsychology.


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Practical Handbook of Neurosurgery: From Leading Neurosurgeons



The book invites the reader to an exciting journey through the vast fields of neurosurgery, accompanied by a large panel of leading neurosurgeons.
At a time when neurosurgery has a tendency to segment in many subspecialties, the goal was to regroup practical lessons from experienced neurosurgeons. In addition, the book represents an anthology of ninety worldwide recognized neurosurgeons, with the main features of their curriculum and contributions.
The book has three volumes which cover the following items: Volume 1: Techniques and cranial approaches; Vascular lesions; Cranial traumas; CSF/infectious diseases – Volume 2: Intracranial tumors; Intraoperative explorations; Pediatrics; – Volume 3: Spine; Functional neurosurgery; Peripheral nerves; Education
The authors deliver their critical views and give useful guidelines.


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Neurology Oral Boards Review: A Concise and Systematic Approach to Clinical Practice




A comprehensive yet concise review of relevant topics and examination strategies needed to pass the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) Part II (Oral) exam, complete with up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines on diagnosis and management in clinical neurology. The book follows the ABPN format, providing clinical case vignettes designed to allow the examinee to localize the plausible disease process, to indicate which investigations may help in establishing a diagnosis, to deduce treatment plans, and to make a prognosis, including patient and family counseling. The emergency cases test the ability to think critically when faced with a neurological emergency, putting a premium on resuscitation, patient safety, and rapid high-yield investigations. The general neurology cases reflect the breadth of disorders experienced in hospital and outpatient settings. The author’s suggested study regimen takes into account the difficulties of allotting time to prepare while in post-residency training or practice. Comprehensive and case-based, Neurology Oral Boards Review: A Concise and Systematic Approach to Clinical Practice provides a structured approach to clinical problem solving in neurology, as well as an effective and time-efficient method to master the factual material needed to successfully complete the Neurology Oral Boards.

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Ultrasound for Surgeons (Vademecum) [ILLUSTRATED]




In recent years, technology has revolutionized the practice of surgery. As part of this change, surgeon-performed ultrasound has become one of themost integral parts of the surgeon’s clinical practice. It is not surprising to observe this current surge of interest in ultrasound by general surgeons because surgeons are highly motivated to provide the best possible care for their patients, including the use of the latest technologic advances in diagnosis and treatment. Furthermore, ultrasound equipment is compact, affordable and user-friendly so that extensive training is not required to master focused ultrasound techniques. Cost containment initiatives by patients, clinicians and third-party payers have encouraged the use of modalities, such as ultrasound, that save time and money. Considering the unique qualities of ultrasound -noninvasive, portable, rapid and easily repeatable, ultrasound is especially suitable to the surgeon’s practice. The FAST has replaced central venous pressure measurements for the detection of hemopericardiumand diagnostic peritoneal lavage for the detection of hemoperitoneum. Bedside ultrasound detects a pleural effusion so well in critically ill patients that fewer lateral decubutis X-rays are ordered. Ultrasound directed biopsy of breast lesions is a common office procedure. Laparoscopic ultrasound allows for tumor staging without formal celiotomy while ultrasound is an adjunct tomany hepatic and pancreatic procedures. Endoscopic and endorectal ultrasoundhave added a new dimension to the assessment and treatment of many gastrointestinal lesions. Color-flow duplex imaging and endoluminal ultrasound have significantly expanded the diagnostic and therapeutic aspects ofvascular imaging.

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Sabiston Textbook of Surgery: Expert Consult Premium Edition: 18th Edition




This distinguished reference carries on a 70-year legacy as the world’s most thorough, useful, readable, and understandable text on the principles and techniques of surgery. Its peerless contributors deliver all the well-rounded, state-of-the-art knowledge you need to richly grasp the pathophysiology and optimal management of every surgical condition-so you can make the best clinical decisions, avoid complications, manage unusual situations, and achieve the best possible outcomes. It is a valuable review tool for certification/recertification preparation, and an indispensable source of guidance on overcoming the challenges that arise in everyday practice. As an Expert Consult title, the thoroughly updated 18th edition comes with access to the complete contents online, fully searchable-enabling you to consult it rapidly from any computer with an Internet connection. In addition, this Premium Edition includes timely clinical updates online, plus links to MEDLINE, downloadable illustrations, bonus journal articles, review questions, and much more.
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* Offers a more distinguished team of contributors and a better blend of clinical and basic-science information than any other source, providing you with the best possible understanding of the clinical issues surrounding every operative situation.
* Features a more user-friendly format, a larger and more helpful array of full-color illustrations, and a more versatile and well-constructed web site than other resources-making the answers that you need easier to locate and understand quickly.
* Offers an organization and content that parallels the written board American Board of Surgery exam, providing excellent preparation for certification and recertification.
* Includes access to the complete contents online, fully searchable, PLUS timely updates to reflect new scientific and clinical developments · references linked to MEDLINE · downloadable illustrations · bonus articles from important surgery periodicals (such as Surgical Clinics of North America, the American Journal of Surgery, Operative Techniques in General Surgery, and Seminars in Colon and Rectal Surgery) · review questions · and other valuable features.
* Incorporates an enhanced emphasis on surgical outcomes to mirror the growing importance of this topic.
* Delivers comprehensive updates to keep you current with the latest research, techniques, and emerging procedures in the field, as well as completely new chapters on “Surgical Patient Safety” and “Regenerative Medicine.”


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CURRENT Diagnosis and Treatment Surgery Thirteenth Edition





To-the-point information on more than 1000 diseases and disorders surgeons are most likely to encounter
The leading single-source surgery book for house-staff, students, practitioners, and surgeons
“All medical libraries should acquire this book, which is an outstanding text for medical students.” — 4-star Doody’s review (of an earlier edition)
Authoritative, concise, and completely up-to-date, CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Surgery features:
Wide-ranging coverage that encompasses general surgery and all the important subspecialties including otolaryngology, urology, gynecology, orthopedics, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and pediatrics
References linked to recent journal articles
Logical quick-find organization made even more accessible by a comprehensive index
More than 600 informative photographs and illustrations
Detailed treatment algorithms
NEW CD-ROM with content from Quick Answers: Surgery to speed diagnosis of symptoms and signs
NEW Chapter on Training, Communication, Professionalism, and Systems-Based Practice
Completely rewritten chapters on Wound Healing, Anesthesia, Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery, The Heart, Neurosurgery, Gynecology, and Orthopedics


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Greenfield's Surgery: Scientific Principles And Practice (with Solutions Package) (Mulholland, Greenfield's Surgery)



The Greenfield Solution gives you a complete print and multimedia package consisting of the full-color textbook, Greenfield’s Surgery: Scientific Principles and Practice, Fourth Edition, plus instant access to a wealth of online resources to benefit your daily practice, residency, board review, and teaching.
In addition to the print book, you’ll receive instant access to the Website featuring the fully searchable complete content of the Greenfield Textbook. The online textbook is cross-linked to step-by-step descriptions of the most common surgical procedures and pearls of operative techniques from the classic Mastery of Surgery book. Also included is a complete image bank consisting of the full-color images from the Greenfield Textbook that is downloadable for use in PowerPoint, and handy PDA downloads of essential on-the-go surgical information taken from the Greenfield Textbook.
For those preparing for the ABSITE exam, the boards, or recertification examinations, we also include on the Website the entire text of The Review of Surgery with an easy-to-use test bank. This completely updated Fourth edition, not available in print form and only available as part of The Greenfield Solution, provides multiple-choice questions, answers, and rationales behind correct answers. The online review module is organized to correspond with chapters from the Greenfield Textbook for an easy in-depth review. The Website also includes access to current abstracts from the Annals of Surgery, as well as monthly postings of classic articles, help wanted ads, and more.
Included with your Greenfield Solution:
A copy of the full-color PRINT text of Greenfield’s Surgery: Scientific Principles and Practice, Fourth Edition providing a full-color text and comprehensive coverage of all types of surgery by integrating basic science with clinical practice Access to an easy-to-navigate Website integrating all the resources you need for daily practice, board review, and teaching at your fingertips Full content of the Greenfield Textbook ONLINE with quick-searching capabilities Links to illustrated and step-by-step instructions to the common surgical procedures taken from Mastery of Surgery to clearly guide you through the decision-making process of operative techniques. The illustrated procedures include editorial comments throughout. A complete image bank of the full-color images from Greenfield’s Textbook, searchable and downloadable to PowerPoint Key information from the Greenfield’s Textbook downloadable to your PDA for quick access while on the go The full text of The Review of Surgery, a comprehensive online review cross-referenced to the Greenfield Textbook-with multiple-choice questions, answers, and rationales for correct answers-only available as part of The Greenfield Solution Classic articles, current abstracts, key updates and more from the Annals of Surgery





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General Surgery: Principles and International Practice



General Surgery: Principles and International Practice is organized into Ten Sections, each representing an important branch of surgical science. It aims to provide the medical student, general surgical resident or active practitioner with an illustrative, instructive and comprehensive textbook 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 summarizing the ‘impact’, concerns and outcomes of surgical management. Amply supported by line drawings and photographs, algorithms and anatomical depictions, this provides the student of diseases, as well as those studying for Board examinations, a text that has rapidly assimilated data into the most contemporary applications of surgical therapy.


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Mastery of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery




This text/atlas is a comprehensive guide to minimally invasive procedures in general surgery. Chapters are authored by world-renowned experts in this technology, who share their firsthand operative experience, emphasizing decision-making, anatomy, and key steps in the operations. The Third Edition features expanded sections on the esophagus, gastrointestinal tract, liver and biliary tract, pancreas and spleen, and small and large bowel. These areas have become vitally important to general surgeons and residents since they have seen the most significant advances in the last few years.



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Zollinger's Atlas of Surgical Operations



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. This title includes key features such as: 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; and, coverage on new sentinel node biopsying technique for the detection of metastatic breast cancer.Recommendations for anesthesia and pre- and postoperative preparation is incorporated into every chapter. This title includes additional information on the state-of-the-art use of lasers stapling instruments.


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Medicine and Surgery: An integrated textbook



This is a stunning new hybrid textbook that has evolved as a direct response to the increasing integration of the two disciplines of medicine and surgery in today’s medical curricula. The advantage of this combined approach is it reduces the amount of reading by the elimination of repetition (and inconsistencies) to provide an integrated explanation of the common problems faced both by students during exams and clinicians in daily practice. This book’s greatest asset is the ability to illustrate that medical and surgical treatment options are actually part of a continuum in the management of disease.
*An integrated textbook combining the two major clinical specialities of general medicine and general surgery.
*Written and edited by a team of physicians and surgeons supported by a team of specialist subject advisors.
*Puts medicine and surgery in the context of the continuum of disease management and outlines a comprehensive and structured approach to patient management.
*Adopts a current evidence-based approach with extensive use of national and international guidelines.
*A full colour textbook with innovative design features and illustrations.


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Essential Surgery: Problems, Diagnosis and Management



Essential Surgery is a comprehensive and highly illustrated textbook for clinical students as well as a practical manual for junior doctors and those preparing for postgraduate qualifications in surgery. The unique feature of the book is its problem-orientated nature as distinct to the traditional disease-based structure.
*Explains the pathophysiological basis of surgical diseases and of their management to help bridge the gap between the basic medical sciences and clinical problems.
*Adopts a problem-solving rather than a disease-orientated approach to diagnosis and treatment, reflecting current teaching trends which emphasise the full understanding of how a diagnosis is made and why a particular treatment is used.
*Includes information about epidemiology, disease prevention and the provision of health care, and tries to relate the community aspects of surgical problems to aetiology, disease prevention and primary care.
*Contains outlines of common surgical operations, to enable students and junior doctors to explain operations to patients and to allow them to participate intelligently in the operating department, as well as giving them an understanding of how to prevent complications.
*Includes a major section on accident surgery related to the general surgeon.
*Now with full text online on Student Consult.
*Comprehensively updated in line with the evolution and refinement of surgery over the past few years, by an expanded author team and an advisory group of surgical and radiological experts.
*All line drawings re-presented for greater impact and clarity.
*All radiological images reviewed and updated.
*Includes a new chapter on screening.
*Incorporates all the latest consensus guidelines for managing common disorders.


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Essential Practice of Surgery



A condensed version of the critically-acclaimed SURGERY: BASIC SCIENCE AND CLINICAL EVIDENCE, Essential Practice of Surgery provides a state-of-the-art, evidence-based approach to surgery for surgeons, residents and medical students. The book is divided into 8 comprehensive sections, providing the most succinct coverage of crtical topics: Care of the Surgical Patient; Gastrointestinal & Abdominal Disease; Endocrine Surgery; Vascular Surgery; Cardiothoracic Surgery; Transplantation; Cancer; and Associated Disciplines. Over 250 illustrations and 340 tables, including 62 evidence-based tables, complement the text.

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McGraw-Hill Manual Colorectal Surgery (Mcgraw Hill Manual)



McGraw-Hill Manual Colorectal Surgery provides the information you need for every kind of colorectal surgery, conveniently presented in at-a-glance bulleted lists and tables. Concise chapters provide high-yield summaries of symptoms, diseases, differential diagnoses, management, and potential complications, along with step-by-step technical instructions for operations.
FEATURES
*Brief thumbnail descriptions of symptoms and diagnosis; evaluation tools; anatomy and physiology; diseases and problems; operative techniques; adjuvant and conservative treatment; perioperative management; and more!
*Can be used as a guide, a resource, a refresher, or a board review
*Two-color design with tabbed pages facilitates on-the-spot look-up
*Tables of drugs with both trade and generic names, plus important dosing and safety information
*New medical illustrations created for this resource
*ICD-9 codes tagged for each relevant chapter for domestic and international reference
*Handy slim design and stain resistant covers
*Helpful appendices on medications, tumor staging, Amsterdam/Bethesda criteria, and incontinence scores


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Pocket Guide to the Operating Room



The third edition is an invaluable reference book for the novice perioperative nurse or surgical technologist. For someone studying for the CNOR, this is a tremendous resource book and study guide. The AORN Journal, December 2008
This pocket guide presents more than 500 surgical procedures! State-of-the-art revisions familiarize the reader with new standards of excellence for care of the surgical patient in the perioperative environment. For each procedure, you ll find a definition discussion description of the surgery preparation of the patient skin preparation draping technique instrumentation supplies and special notes pertinent to that surgery.Comprehensive patient care is addressed, including psychological care of the patient in surgery safety measures for the patient and perioperative personnel the written record of intra-, pre- and postoperative care The Joint Commission s Universal Protocol and AORN s standards and recommended practices, (including correct site and laterality considerations).Its in-depth coverage also encompasses charting as a legal document patient teaching detailed surgical patient positioning with drawings anesthesia and anesthetic agents laser application robotics endoscopy (including laparoscopic, hysteroscopic, thoracoscopic, and arthroscopic procedures) microsurgery (including microendoscopy and microneuroendoscopy) harmonic scalpel argon beam coagulator special considerations for the pediatric patient in surgery, (including anesthesia modifications and surgical procedures).
Key Features
This guide was written for perioperative nurses, surgical technologists, and students in these disciplines. Features extensive coverage of minimal access surgery, including endoscopic procedures for multiple specialties, microsurgical techniques, and instrumentation for these procedures. Updates the section on anesthesia and anesthetic drugs. Describes equipment and instrument trays, including pediatric trays. Addresses the roles of the registered nurse and the surgical technologist in the perioperative environment. Provides charting/documentation of care to comply with medicolegal requirements. Includes a Surgical Assessment and Perioperative Checklist, and a Preoperative Care Plan adaptable to the individual patient, complete with areas that focus on nursing care and desired outcomes. Fits in a lab coat pocket for immediate reference. Offers a Bibliography that provides sources for additional reading, including websites.

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Schwartz's Principles of Surgery, Ninth Edition (Sept 2009)



The #1 surgical practice and education resource — completely updated and now in full-color!Praise for the 8th Edition:”This is an excellent textbook that conveys a complete view of surgery and accomplishes the goals set out by the authors very successfully.”–Doody’s Review Service
Written by the world’s foremost practitioners and instructors, this landmark reference logically progresses from basic science principles, including topics such as cells, genomics, and molecular surgery, to clinical areas such as pancreas. From cover to cover, the book reflects a distinctly modern approach in the dissemination of surgical knowledge, providing up-to-date coverage of all key surgical areas, from trauma and transplantation, to neurosurgery. In each chapter, this content is supported by a skill-building format that includes boxed key points, detailed anatomical figures, diagnostic and management algorithms, an abundance of informative tables, and key references.
For every kind of procedure, this one-of-a-kind clinical companion helps you meet the sequential demands in the care of surgical patients, leading to the best possible outcomes.
NEW TO THIS EDITION:
*Full color design for easier navigation
*2 new chapters: “Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Core Competencies,” examines the six areas designated as critical for general surgery resident training and “Ethics, Palliative Care, and Care at the End of Life,” offers an overview of biomedical ethics, and surveys specific issues in surgical and professional ethics, the general principles and considerations of palliative care, and care at the end of life
*Greater focus on evidence-based medicine with highlighted references in each chapter and separate key reference list
*Increased number of treatment and diagnostic algorithms
*Key points in every chapter
*International advisory board comprised of renowned surgeons contributes important regional feedback on content and curricula
*Companion DVD of surgical video clips


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Haemostasis in Surgery



This unique volume presents the cutting edge of haemostasis in surgery and includes the advances in the science pertaining to related important medical and surgical problems. It is the only book that includes all the surgical subspecialties focusing specifically on the problems of haemostasis in each field. State-of-the-art laboratory and clinical reviews are included and modern devices used in the different specialties are also covered. The contributors are well-known authorities in their special fields and haematological area. Each is covered comprehensively with special emphasis on unanswered questions. The book is addressed to all surgeons and physicians with an interest in this exciting field.


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Textbook of Surgery - Joe Tiandra



Textbook of Surgery is a core book for medical and surgical students providing a comprehensive overview of general and speciality surgery. Each topic is written by an expert in the field.
The book focuses on the principles and techniques of surgical management of common diseases. Great emphasis is placed on problem-solving to guide students and junior doctors through their surgical training.
Throughout the book are numerous reproducible line drawings, tables and boxes that will prove invaluable for learning and revision. In addition there are detailed guidelines provided for surgical management.
Up-to-date and ideal for medical students and junior doctors on surgical attachments and a perfect refresher for RACS and MRCS candidates.

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Surgical English




Surgeons around the world need a basic knowledge of English to keep up to date with advances in their field. Fluency in surgical English is important for your professional development, enabling you to attend English-speaking patients with confidence, to study (or work) in other hospitals, speak confidently at international meetings, and to write articles for international journals. This book will provide you with the basic tools to handle day-to-day situations without stress and will help you to improve your English, no matter what your level. To our knowledge, this is the first English book written specifically by surgeons for surgeons. We are sure that surgical specialists from all over the “non-English-speaking world” (general surgeons, thoracic surgeons, vascular surgeons, neurosurgeons, gynecologists, plastic surgeons) will enjoy reading it.

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Surgical Techniques -Textbook for medical students




“Surgical techniques” is a subject relating to the principles of surgery. Traditionally it discusses instrumentation, tools and sterile techniques used to perform safe operations by generations of surgeons. A relatively new, but continuously expanding element is linked to the development of clinical surgery. This part involves surgical research on the pathophysiology of the perioperative period, and scientific studies on the consequences of invasive procedures on the body functions and on the relationship of surgery and patient care in general. These aspects are of utmost importance for the achievement of good surgical results. In brief, “surgical techniques” is concerned with the methodology of classical surgery, and may also be regarded as the deontology of modern surgery (deontology = theory of obligations). This handbook is based on the topics presented on the graduate courses at the Institute of Surgical Research at the University of Szeged. These courses do not cover all aspects of clinical surgery; the intention is rather to give a general overview of basic techniques which could be used in practice in all major fields and subspecialties. There are a number of conventional surgical techniques that have been in use for some time and the scalpel is the symbolic instrument of these fields. However, it is being replaced by new and more effective surgical tools, sophisticated computer technology and techniques such as laser, robotic or minimally invasive surgery. If we wish to be at the forefront of these advances, the new methods should also be discussed.

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Crohn's Disease: A Multidisciplinary Approach




Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease, whose symptoms are similar to other intestinal disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis; it can therefore be difficult to diagnose. Its knowledge and understanding have increased considerably in the last years; new advances in genetics, medical and surgical management offer today new possibilities for patients suffering from an inflammatory bowel disease. However, Crohn’s disease remains a difficult disease to deal with, both from a research and clinical point of view.
This book provides general practitioners with a basic knowledge of the disease, offering in the same time an update on new facts about Crohn’s disease to specialists. It can also be useful for residents willing to develop a deeper knowledge of inflammatory bowel diseases.

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Basic Surgical Techniques



The fifth edition of this successful title for surgical trainees gives clear, concise guidance on all aspects of acquiring surgical skills to ensure operative success. The full range of surgical procedures is comprehensively reviewed in a clear “how-to-do-it” style, which consolidates the skills learnt in theatre. The new edition has been thoroughly updated throughout, with new, additional information on laparoscopic procedures and minimal access surgery. Each chapter is now introduced with a key points box, which briefly summarises the key issues that are covered. In addition, over 25% of the original illustrations have been replaced with clear, new drawings. Finally, for the first time experts have reviewed and added their comments to each chapter.

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