This book is aimed at surgeons faced with the immediate management of acute surgical problems in a variety of resource settings. The topics covered are common in both developed and developing countries as well as in tropical and non-tropical settings. The book offers an introduction to trauma, which includes primary, secondary and tertiary surveys, trauma resuscitation, and multidisciplinary care followed by a short section on acute burns management and a discussion of a range of specific surgical topics including various of acute abdomen, upper and lower gastrointestinal bleeding, perianal conditions, oncological issues that require acute intervention, abdominal wall problems, urological emergencies and neck swellings. It also addresses the rational use of antibiotics and medications and the role of high dependency units. Each chapter includes a flow chart algorithm with multiple endpoints that relate to the resource situations available to the surgeon. The book is of interest to clinicians dealing with changes in acute surgery and the increasing disparity between developed and developing countries

The Sixth Edition of this highly regarded 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 both in theatre and on training courses. This new edition has been completely updated throughout, with all the illustrations redrawn in full colour. Each chapter is introduced with a key points box, which briefly summarises the major issues that are covered. International experts from the Middle East, Australia, Asia, North America and Europe have reviewed and added their comments to the text. Provides guidance on the full range of surgical techniques required by all trainee surgeons. Concentrates on the main principles behind the use of the surgical techniques "Key Points" boxes throughout provide hints and tips to reinforce the main aspects of each technique. Now presented in full colour with all illustrations redrawn to add detail and clarity and to bring all the information fully up to date. A comprehensively updated text takes account of new developments in surgical techniques and equipment. A new final chapter on surgical craftsmanship brings the skills all together for the surgeon in the operating theatre, uniting and applying the relevant factors in the correct sequence and focussing on getting it right first time.

This unique manual is a “surgical cookbook” designed to provide clear and concise guidance for trainees in pediatric surgery. With the aid of simple line drawings depicting each operative step, more than one hundred frequently performed procedures are explained and demonstrated. The reader will learn how to perform each procedure effectively and safely, avoiding potential complications. The full range of surgery is covered, including basic surgical skills, day surgery procedures, emergency surgery procedures and minimally invasive surgery. The book will be of value not only to trainees in pediatric surgery but also to trainees in general surgery, theatre nurses, parents and carers.

A definitive, accessible, and reliable resource which provides a solid foundation of the knowledge and basic science needed to hone all of the core surgical skills used in surgical settings. Presented in a clear and accessible way it addresses the cross-specialty aspects of surgery applicable to all trainees.

An introduction to the principles and fundamental skills that must be mastered by surgeons and surgical assistants. Designed for self-instruction the book includes more than 300 photographs and illustrations and is accompanied by a free CD-ROM containing animated video presentations.

Featuring more than 950 photographs and drawings—including 500 in full color—this text offers step-by-step instructions on techniques for performing common and complex sports medicine procedures in the upper and lower extremities. Noted experts who have developed or perfected these techniques guide the reader in stepwise detail through each procedure. Where appropriate, the book covers both open and arthroscopic techniques for each injury or problem. Coverage includes the most current and cutting-edge techniques as well as traditional tried and true procedures in operative sports medicine.

General Surgical Operations is a highly-praised and comprehensive textbook of operative surgery. It is a practical manual aimed at the surgeon who is about to carry out an operation, rather than just a description of the principles suitable for an examiner. Kirk's General Surgical Operations continues to be aimed at a broad readership: the candidate preparing for the Intercollegiate FRCS in General Surgery or international equivalents; the trained surgeon faced, through necessity, with undertaking an infrequently performed procedure; and the many surgeons working in hospitals throughout the world without access to specialist services. It remains above all a practical text which will guide the surgeon in training, or one unfamiliar with a procedure, on how to perform it, but more importantly on how to manage the uncertainties which so often arise This is a 'What to do' book. Using it the reader can aspire to gain diagnostic, decision making and operative surgical competence with confidence. - The book is written in a clear and direct style and providing explicit instructions using descriptive headings for easy reference. - The contents covers standard routine operations in full; non-routine and rarely performed operations are included only where appropriate and in lesser detail - The text includes advice on topics such as patient selection; preparation and access to the site of operation; how to accomplish the procedure; closing and aftercare - Difficulties are highlighted and advice given on how to respond to unexpected findings - Each procedure is fully described thus avoiding repetitions and cutting cross-references to a minimum - Regular summaries of key points in the decision making process are included. - This Sixth Edition is now known as Kirk's General Surgical Operations in recognition of its distinguished founding editor, Professor RM Kirk, who is now Editor Emeritus on the textbook. - The new editorial team for the Sixth Edition comprises a colorectal surgeon, a vascular surgeon and an orthopaedic surgeon - The contents have been restructured and radically revised into 42 chapters, the majority of which have been completely rewritten. - Laparoscopic techniques have been incorporated into all relevant chapters. - All the illustrations have been redrawn to improve their clarity.