The Mont Reid surgical handbook

• Corporate Author: University of Cincinnati
• Other Authors: Reid, Mont (Editor), Fischer, David R. (Editor), Kelly, Burnett S. (Editor)
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: Philadelphia Elsevier Mosby 2005
• Edition: Fifth Edition
• Subjects: Surgical Procedures, Operative > Handbook
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• Item Description: "A Mosby Handbook."
• Physical Description: xx, 815 pages illustrations 18 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index
• ISBN: 9780323017046; 0323017045

As a compilation of practices from the surgical residency training program at the University of Cincinnati, the Mont Reid Surgical Handbook is designed to concisely summarize the art and science of surgery and discuss the initial management of common surgical conditions. The text is divided into four sections: perioperative care, specialized protocols in surgery, surgical procedures, and reference data. This handbook is a quick and portable reference to the most common problems encountered by practicing surgeons. Covers preoperative and postoperative care · pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of the most common surgical conditions · specialized protocols in orthopedics, neurosurgery, and vascular and cardiothoracic surgery · basic surgical procedures · and frequently prescribed pharmaceuticals. Presents the latest information on surgical imaging · sentinel node biopsy · isolated limb perfusion chemotherapy · pancreatic islet cell transplantation · endovascular techniques · and many other cutting-edge topics. Offers detailed figures depicting important anatomical structures and operative techniques. Includes helpful tables that present key data at a glance. Presents the latest information on surgical imaging • sentinel node biopsy • isolated limb perfusion chemotherapy • pancreatic islet cell transplantation • endovascular techniques • and many other cutting-edge topics. Guidelines for preoperative and postoperative care for a wide spectrum of surgical diseases whose pathophysiology is detailed. Includes surgical management that encompasses state-of-the-art technology and recent innovations in technique & instrumentation. Emphasis is placed on minimally invasive techniques including important coverage of laparoscopic cholecystetomy, appendectomy, and herniorrhaphy, as well as, advanced laparoscopic procedures. Guidelines are provided for proper medical record keeping, as well as, other mediocolegal aspects of surgical care