Textbook of surgery / edited by Julian A. Smith, MBBS, MS, MSurgEd, FRACS, FACS, FFSTRCSEd, FCSANZ, FAICD Head, Department of Surgery (School of Clinical Sciences at Monash Health), Monash University, Head, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Monash Health, Editor-in-Chief, ANZ Journal of Surgery, Andrew H. Kaye, AM, MBBS, MD, FRACS, Head, Department of Surgery, The University of Melbourne, Christopher Christophi, AM, MBBS (Hons), MD, FRACS, FRCS, FACS, Head of Surgery (Austin Health), The University of Melbourne, Wendy A. Brown, MBBS (Hons), PhD, FRACS, FACS, Head, Department of Surgery (Central Clinical School, Alfred Health), Monash University Director, Centre for Obesity Research and Education (CORE), Monash University.

Preceded by Textbook of surgery / edited by Joe J. Tjandra ... [et al.]. 3rd ed. 2006.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"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"-- Provided by publisher.

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