Schwartz's Principles of Surgery, Eighth Edition

New edition of the classic all-encompassing surgery text!

4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW!
"This is an excellent textbook that conveys a complete view of surgery and accomplishes the goals set out by the authors very successfully."--Doody's Review Service

A necessary reference for any surgical resident, this thoroughly revised and updated new edition continues to provide the best and most comprehensive coverage of all topics in surgery. Features 14 chapters on basic science considerations, relevant anatomy and physiology for each organ system, inclusion of all diagnostic test and procedures are included as well as extensive photos and line drawings of surgical techniques and radiographs.

New to this edition:

• NEW editorial board, all of whom are leaders in the specialty
• NEW consistent design promoting increased readability
• NEW illustration program – important for this technique oriented specialty
• NEW coverage of the latest advances in surgery
• Emphasis placed on surgical oncology
• Minimally invasive techniques and procedures
• Genomics and gene therapy
• Abdominal wall hernias including the latest in laparoscopic techniques
• Latest information on the immunology of transplantation
• and more!