Surgery of the Stomach, Duodenum and Small Intestine

This new comprehensive text covers both the scientific basis of surgery of the upper gastrointestinal tract as well as detailed discussions of assessment and management. The editors have invited world-wide authorities in the specialty to distill their collective experience in well-referenced, well-illustrated and clearly written chapters covering every aspect of the subject. Both tried and tested methods and newer methods are included, their advantages and disadvantages discussed and recommendations for appropriate action made. Any general surgeon or aspirant general surgeon who wishes to have a complete modern review of the scientific and clinical aspects of a major part of his/her practice should find this book a valuable aid.