Manual of Common Bedside Surgical Procedures

The Second Edition of this sought-after manual offers peace of mind to the medical student or intern during his or her surgical rotation. Devoted to teaching the invasive monitoring, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed at the bedside by general surgeons, Manual of Common Bedside Surgical Procedures complements the bedside lessons taught by attending physicians. Written by surgical residents and faculty from Johns Hopkins University Hospital, this manual gives residents and interns the confidence they'll need to perform under the supervision of senior colleagues. Spiral-bound, pocket-sized and complete with illustrations and detailed text, this manual covers indications, contraindications, anesthesia, equipment, positioning, technique and the possible complications associated with each procedure.