Recent Advances in Surgery is designed to provide an up-to-date and comprehensive review of important and topical issues both in surgery in general, as well as in the major subspecialties of general surgery. Recent Advances in Surgery 34 is no exception. The general topics covered include the management of the diabetic surgical patient, the issue of patient consent and how guidelines determine surgical practice. The upper gastrointestinal topics covered are gastric outlet obstruction, the relationship between volume and outcome for upper gastrointestinal malignancy, techniques in laparoscopic and open liver resection, and the management of advanced gallbladder cancer. Lower gastrointestinal surgery includes rectal and pelvic prolapse, and the management of an intestinal fistula and the modern management of haemorrhoids. There is an overview on recent changes in vascular surgery and the management of retroperitoneal sarcoma. Breast surgery topics include the management of the axilla and the role of radiotherapy in breast cancer. As always, we include a comprehensive review of recent randomised trials in surgery. We hope that each of these important and relevant topics will provide a valuable resource for both surgeons-in-training undertaking professional examinations, and consultant surgeons wishing to keep up-to-date.

Surgery is a constantly evolving specialty in medicine – research and technological advances have made surgical procedures safer and more effective and offer shorter recovery times. Recent Advances in Surgery 37 is the latest volume in the annually-publishing series that reviews current topics in general surgery and its major subspecialties. Divided into fifteen chapters, this volume includes updates on the use of intravenous fluids and management of knife injuries. Other specialist topics covered in this volume include modern prostate cancer management, phyllodes tumour of the breast, the management of varicose veins, and superficial venous incompetence. With contributions from recognised experts, the majority from throughout the UK, this new volume covers all the latest developments in surgery, providing excellent revision material for professional examinations, and helping consultant surgeons keep up to date across the specialty. Key points Latest volume in series bringing postgraduates and surgeons up to date with the latest developments in general surgery and its subspecialties Includes review of randomised clinical trials and meta-analyses in surgery Contributions from recognised experts, mainly in the UK Includes more than 60 images and illustrations

Recent Advances in Surgery 30 is the latest volume in the successful and well-established Recent Advances series. This title is updated annually, covering the latest trends within surgery and reflecting any changes to the professional examinations for surgeons. Suitable for experienced medical professionals, as well as students and candidates of the MRCS/AFRCS, this edition reviews the latest trends within surgery and forms a useful update of general surgery for candidates of the Intercollegiate examination. Over 30 contributors, who are recognized experts in their particular field, provide in-depth reviews of important topics relevant to the management of all surgical patients and advancing areas in surgical subspecialties.

Includes varied subjects of surgery which are surgically important to surgical practice. A galaxy of renowned experts in the field of surgery have provided a detailed approach to stem cell research, newer developments in fetal, bariatric, evidence-based and minimal access surgeries, and multidisciplinary therapy for cancer. The book clearly explains what can be offered to the patients thereby helping them in remedial surgeries.

Recent Advances in Surgery 31 is the latest volume in the successful and well-established Recent Advances series. This title is updated annually, covering the latest trends within surgery and reflecting any changes to the professional examinations for surgeons. Suitable for experienced medical professionals, as well as students and candidates of the MRCS/AFRCS, this edition reviews the latest trends within surgery and forms a useful update of general surgery for candidates of the Intercollegiate examination. Over 30 contributors, who are recognized experts in their particular field, provide in-depth reviews of important topics relevant to the management of all surgical patients and advancing areas in surgical subspecialties.

The 16th volume in this series provides surgeons and trainees with the latest advances in their field. Beginning with a chapter on energy sources in surgical practice, the following sections discuss surgical techniques for diseases and disorders in different parts of the body. Each topic is described in a step by step format, explaining preoperative evaluation, imaging and post-operative management as well as the procedure itself. This new volume is highly illustrated with surgical images, figures and tables to assist learning. Key points New volume covering latest advances and techniques in general surgery Topics explained in step by step format Highly illustrated with surgical images, figures and tables Previous volume (9789352703630) published in 2018

Recent Advances in Surgery 35 is the latest volume in a series that reviews current topics in general surgery and in its major subspecialties. Divided into five sections, this volume includes chapters on perioperative care, cardiopulmonary exercise testing for abdominal surgery, breast reconstruction, facial paralysis, a range of gastrointestinal subjects and the diabetic foot, as well as a review of randomised trials and meta-analyses in surgery. With contributions from recognised experts, the majority from throughout the UK, this new volume covers all the latest developments within surgery, providing excellent revision material for professional examinations, and helping consultant surgeons keep up to date across the specialty. Key points Latest volume in series bringing postgraduates and consultants up to date with the latest developments in general surgery and its subspecialties Includes review of randomised clinical trials and meta-analyses in surgery Contributions from recognised experts, mainly in the UK Includes more than 80 images and illustrations

The 17th volume in this series provides surgeons and trainees with the latest advances in their field. Beginning with a chapter on sepsis biomarkers, the following sections discuss surgical techniques for various diseases, with a focus on different types of cancer. Other chapters cover prenatal surgery, microvascular surgery, and surgical safety. Each topic is explained in a step by step format, explaining preoperative evaluation, imaging and post-operative management, as well as the procedure itself. This new volume is highly illustrated with surgical photographs, figures, flowcharts and tables to assist learning. Key points New volume covering latest advances and techniques in general surgery Topics explained in step by step format Highly illustrated with surgical images, figures and tables Previous volume (9789352708284) published in 2019

Latest volume in the annually-publishing series that reviews current topics in general surgery and its major subspecialties. Contributions from recognised experts, the majority from throughout the UK, this new volume provides excellent revision material for professional examinations, and helps consultant surgeons keep up to date across the specialty.

Recent Advances in Surgery 27 is the latest volume in the successful and well-established Recent Advances series. This title is updated annually, covering the latest trends within surgery and reflecting any changes to the professional examinations for surgeons. Recent Advances in Surgery 27 has contributions on important topics relevant to the management of all surgical patients, providing in-depth reviews of important advancing areas in surgical subspecialties. This wide scope makes this book an ideal choice for the busy consultant as well as an essential read for students of surgery at all levels. Suitable for experienced medical professionals, as well as students and candidates of the MRCS/AFRCS, this edition reviews the latest trends within surgery and forms a useful update of general surgery for candidates of the Intercollegiate examination. Over 30 contributors, who are recognized experts in their particular field, provide in-depth reviews of important topics relevant to the management of all surgical patients and advancing areas in surgical subspecialties.