This updated pocketbook provides a concise and didactic account of the essential features of all common surgical disorders at both a size and price to suit the pocket. Following on from the success of the previous edition, it is an essential on-the-ward reference for every medical student and junior doctor. Two-colour attractive presentation Wipe-clean plastic cover, short and concise Covers all major surgical specialities such as orthopaedics, urology, neurosurgery, etc. Inexpensive The comprehensive text outlines the basic principles together with key information on aetiology, diagnosis and management, as well as pre- and post-operative care Attractive presentation of the important clinical points using charts, tables, lists and diagrams Practical treatment descriptions are clearly highlighted Checklist of emergency situations for quick reference A comprehensive update of the whole text including: - An expanded first chapter on the introduction to surgery Additional material in chapter 2 on the use of MRI and interventional radiology Major changes to the chapter on the breast in view of the changing approach to carcinoma of the breast Major changes in endovascular procedures in dealing with peripheral vascular disease A full rewrite of the transplantation chapter Approximately 50 radiographs added to key disease sections (especially orthopaedics, abdominal and alimentary tract chapters) Revised page design (to match Hayes: Pocketbook of Medicine 3E) New full colour cover design.