Anatomic, Physiologic, and Therapeutic Principles of Surgical Diseases: A Comprehensive, High-Yield Review

This text provides a comprehensive and high-yield resource for surgical diseases, presenting algorithmic approaches to treatment with particular attention to operative options. It includes a concise list of steps for common surgical operations and suggested readings and summaries of pivotal studies. It is written with senior-level general surgery residents preparing for the qualifying and certifying board examinations in mind and will also be valuable to all levels of trainees preparing for the annual American Board of Surgery In-service Training Exam.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 795 pages
Publication date: 24 August 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive and highly informative text serves as a valuable resource for understanding the major anatomical, physiological, and therapeutic principles of surgical diseases. Rather than solely focusing on clinical presentation and pre-operative management, it presents practical algorithmic approaches to treatment for each pathology, with a particular emphasis on operative options. By offering a wide range of surgical options, this book empowers readers to develop an extensive arsenal of techniques to safely address surgical challenges and facilitate informed decision-making processes. Each chapter includes critical steps and techniques specific to various operations, ensuring a thorough understanding of the subject matter.

Additionally, this book stands out by providing a concise list of steps for common surgical operations, particularly those frequently encountered during the Certifying Oral Board exam after completing residency. This unique feature sets it apart from other study materials available. Furthermore, chapters include suggested readings and summaries of pivotal studies on the specific topics, offering a convenient reference for the content covered.

The topics covered in this text span a wide range, beginning with pre-operative evaluation and anesthesiology and progressing anatomically across all relevant body systems and organs, including trauma, transplantation, pediatric surgery, and many more. Written with senior-level general surgery residents in mind who are preparing for the qualifying (written) and certifying (oral) board examinations, as well as all levels of trainees preparing for the annual American Board of Surgery In-service Training Exam (ABSITE), and medical students with an interest in surgical training and trainees in their fellowship after completing residency, this book is invaluable.

In summary, this comprehensive and extensively researched text offers a wealth of knowledge and practical insights into surgical diseases, empowering readers to excel in their surgical endeavors and make informed decisions for patient care.

Weight: 1366g
Dimension: 155 x 235 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031255953
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023