Kirk’s Basic Surgical Techniques International Edition (7th Edition)

Description

The Seventh Edition of this highly regarded title for surgical trainees gives clear, concise guidance on all aspects of acquiring surgical techniques to ensure operative success. The full range of surgical skills is comprehensively reviewed in a clear ‘how-to-do-it’ style, which consolidates those learnt both in theatre and on training courses. This new edition has been thoroughly revised by a new author based on the much praised editions by its original author Mr R M Kirk. Key Points boxes throughout the text summarise the important aspects of each technique.

Key Features

• 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 provide hints and tips to reinforce the main aspects of each technique.

New to this Edition

• Now renamed Kirk’s Basic Surgical Techniques a new author has comprehensively revised the text taking full account of new developments in surgical techniques and equipment.
• A new final chapter on the handling the patient.

Table of Contents

1. Handling yourself
2. Handling instruments
3. Handling threads
4. Handling ducts and cavities
5. Handling blood vessels
6. Handling skin
7. Handling connective and soft tissue
8. Handling bones and joints
9. Handling dissection
10. Handling bleeding
11. Handling drains
12. Handling infection
13. Handling minimal access surgery
14. Handling the patient
15. Handling craft skills

Author Biography

Fiona Myint, FRCS, Consultant Vascular and General Surgeon, Royal Free Hospital; Honorary Senior Lecturer, University College London, London, UK