Springer Vascular Surgery (Springer Surgery Atlas Series)

The second half of the twentieth century saw vascu- agree or disagree, but will be stimulated to question lar surgery develop from a necessity for hemostasis their surgical management and explore possible - to a mature reconstructive art. However, this was ac- ternatives. companied by increasing patient expectations and The only certainty of the future is that it will bring the introduction of the alternative techniques of dila- change. An essential requirement for facing that tation and stenting. These factors have helped sur- change is multidisciplinary teamwork, and within geons to focus attention on the need for clinical audit that framework to define the roles of endovascular and to define clearly the limitations and standards of and invasive procedures, as well as the place of m- excellence that should be achieved in the specialty. ical management in the prevention and modification Vascular disease remains an extensive problem in of vascular disease. Review From the reviews: "Vascular Surgery … is intended as a comprehensive detailed guide to performing vascular procedures. … supply a valuable resource for vascular surgeons of any level. … The chapters are well written and supply any surgeon with a valuable resource on how to perform a multiplicity of vascular operations. Overall … can be highly recommended. The vascular surgery atlas truly provides a step-by-step guide for surgeons undertaking vascular procedures and interventions. This text would be of particular use for vascular surgery trainees … ." (Todd R. Vogel, Journal of the American Medical Association, Vol. 302 (10), September, 2009) "This well-written vascular surgery atlas presents a detailed practical guide for each procedure with excellent color diagrams. … Vascular surgeons of any level and general surgeons performing vascular procedures and interventions are the intended audience. … This is as an excellent and up-to-date vascular surgery atlas. … This book clearly has an advantage over other texts due to the comprehensive, high-quality illustrations, the outstanding contributors, and the recognized expertise of the editors." (Manuel Garcia-Toca, Doody’s Review Service, November, 2009) From the Back Cover The aim of the Springer Surgery Atlas Series is to a provide step-by-step guide for surgeons undertaking the commom operations in each specialty. The experienced editors of the Vascular Surgery volume have selected the procedures that currently make up their speciality and have invited a team of experts to contribute to these areas. The authors present a detailed practical guide for each procedure; their instructions are complemented by full color clear uncomplicated diagrams. The reader is thus provided with the means of undertaking safe reflective skilled surgery, this being the basis for a successful outcome.