This book describes the anatomical knowledge required for the 60 most common general surgical procedures. Throughout the emphasis is on helping the surgeon prepare for, and successfully and safely complete the operation. The choice of operations covered and the level of detail make the book ideal for higher surgical trainees in General Surgery. More experienced surgeons will also use it as a source of reference.

• Covers approximately 60 of the commonest operations in general surgery that need to be mastered during higher surgical training
• Each chapter covers the anatomy that will be encountered during the operation
• Includes notes on anatomical variations that may be encountered
• Fully illustrated with clear line drawings

• Matches the knowledge expected of candidates for the General Surgical Fellowship
• Totally redesigned with new artwork
• More on endoscopic procedures
• Greater coverage of anatomical variation that the surgeon will encounter