Synopsis

This edition of Recent Advances in Surgery (Volume 15) covers latest reviews from varied topic of different specialty. The contents are focused for the young budding surgeons and postgraduate students. It covers recent developments in the field of surgery, which may bring changes in the clinical practice of surgeons. The chapters are concise and not only discuss the surgical techniques and management but also detail the preoperative evaluation, postoperative management and follow-up of surgical patients. This book will also help postgraduate students and young surgeons to prepare for various examinations.  This volume has contributions from eminent surgeons who have prepared text based on clinical evidence which will help readers to keep abreast with the latest knowledge in this fast-changing world. The chapters are arranged with subheadings, flowcharts and illustrations for better assimilation of content. With the latest development in the field of imaging, newer modalities have been used more frequently not only for the diagnosis of the lesions but also to predict the behavior, response to treatment and to detect recurrence of disease. The newer drugs have been introduced which are the key component in management of many patients with surgical problem.