Churchill’s Pocketbook of Surgery, 5th Edition

The Churchill Pocketbook of Surgery is a concise and didactic guide to the essential features of common surgical disorders. This pocket-sized book delivers comprehensive coverage of general surgery and provides basic information on the aetiology, diagnosis and management, including pre-operative and post-operative care of surgical patients. The text is presented in a portable, small format with line drawings and radiological images to provide a clear and succinct guide to surgical principles.

The authors of this fifth edition, Andrew T Raftery BSc MBChB(Hons) MD FRCS(Eng) FRCS(Ed), Michael S. Delbridge MB ChB(Hons) MD FRCS (Vascular), Marcus J. D. Wagstaff BSc(Hons) MB BS PhD MRCS(Eng) FRCS(Plast) FRACS, and Katherine I. Bridge MBChB(Hons) MRCS(Eng), have re-written the text extensively to ensure that it remains up-to-date and relevant in a rapidly evolving field. Senior specialist surgical registrars or newly appointed consultants have contributed to the text, adding new hints and tips sections and over 50 new illustrations. The updated radiological images provide a clear visual aid to aid in the diagnosis and management of surgical disorders.

The book covers all major surgical specialties and includes outlines of common operations such as appendicectomy and thyroidectomy. It also features an introductory chapter covering informed consent, medicolegal issues, statistics, and clinical audit. A checklist of emergency situations is provided for quick reference, making this guide an ideal resource for busy surgical professionals.

The text is clearly structured, with extensive use of headings to guide the reader. The concise yet comprehensive nature of the book makes it an ideal resource for medical students and those in the early years of postgraduate training. The Churchill Pocketbook of Surgery is also an excellent resource for experienced surgical professionals seeking a quick reference guide to common surgical disorders.

One of the key features of the Churchill Pocketbook of Surgery is its portability. The pocket-sized format and lightweight design make it an ideal resource for surgeons on-the-go. Whether you are working in the emergency department, the operating theatre, or on the ward, this guide provides a wealth of information at your fingertips.

The Churchill Pocketbook of Surgery is a highly-praised and bestselling guide to surgical principles. The book delivers clear, concise information on the essential features of all common surgical disorders. The updated fifth edition ensures that the guide remains a relevant and up-to-date resource for surgical professionals.

Ordering the Churchill Pocketbook of Surgery provides access to a wealth of knowledge. The book offers clear guidance on surgical procedures and management of surgical patients, making it an invaluable resource for surgeons, medical students, and those in the early years of postgraduate training. The lightweight and portable design of the pocketbook make it an ideal companion for surgical professionals on-the-go, providing quick reference information to improve patient outcomes. Overall, the Churchill Pocketbook of Surgery is an essential guide for anyone seeking clear and concise information on surgical principles and common surgical disorders.

Product Details

• Presented in portable small format in two colours with line drawings and radiological images. The text is succinct and clearly structured with extensive use of headings to guide the reader.
• Covers all the major surgical specialties.
• Contains outlines of common operations such as appendicectomy and thyroidectomy.
• Contains an introductory chapter on consent, medicolegal issues, statistics and clinical audit.
• Contains a checklist of emergency situations for quick reference.

• The text has been extensively re-written by a team of senior specialist surgical registrars or newly appointed consultants.
• Over 50 new illustrations of line drawings are included as well as updated radiological images.
• New hints and tips sections have been added.

• Series: Churchill Pocketbooks
• : 592 pages
• Publisher: Churchill Livingstone; 5 edition (May 6, 2016)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 070206307X
• ISBN-13: 978-0702063077