Publisher's Synopsis
This exciting new textbook of surgery provides busy undergraduate medical students with the core information needed to survive the surgical course. Written in a concise and accessible style, the book gives an overview of surgery which emphasizes patient assessment and management rather than the details of surgical procedures. 'Concise Surgery' includes key information on basic examination and common investigations and integratges basic sciences throughout the text.
The breadth of information contained within this book and the emphasis on core knowledge make 'Concise Surgery' an indispensable guide for all undergraduate medical students. It is extensively illustrated throughout, with high-quality line drawings and clinical photographs to aid understanding. Bulleted lists and revision boxes enable the reader to use the book both as a core text and as a revision aid.