Operative Surgery Vivas for the MRCS

This is a comprehensive study manual for the operative surgery section of the MRCS examination. This unique text is set to the level of a basic surgical examination and the material is discussed in easy to access, simple and informative manner. The A-Z format means topics appear at random, mirroring the nature of the examination. For each operative procedure the basic principles, applied anatomy, indications and complications are discussed alongside an overview of technique. Frequently asked examination questions and practical tips for giving the fullest answer for the most marks are also included. Care has been taken to ensure compatibility with all UK syllabuses, and inclusion of material required for equivalent examinations internationally. This manual is an excellent source of information for use during personal study and self-testing, and as a teaching aid.

Spis treści:
Preface
1. The elective repair of an abdominal aortic aneurysm
2. Adrenalectomy
3. Amputation (below knee)
4. Anorectal sepsis
5. Appendicectomy
6. Principles of bowel anastomosis
7. Breast surgery
8. Carotid endarterectomy
9. Carpal tunnel decompression
10. Central venous cannulation
11. Cholescystectomy (laparascopic)
12. Circumcision
13. Colles fracture reduction
14. Compound fractures
15. Dupuytrens contracture release
16. Dynamic hip screw
17. Fasciotomy
18. Femoral embolectomy
19. Femoral hernia repair
20. Haemorrhoidectomy
21. Hip surgery
22. Hydrocele repair
23. Inguinal hernia repair
24. Laparatomy and abdominal incisions
25. Oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy
26. Orchidectomy
27. Parotidectomy
28. Perforated peptic ulcer
29. Pyloric stenosis and Ramstedts pyloromyotomy
30. Right hemicolectomy
31. Skin cover (reconstructive ladder)
32. Spinal surgery
33. Splenectomy
34. Stomas
35. Submandibular gland excision
36. Tendon repair
37. Thoracostomy (chest drain)
38. Thoracotomy
39. Thyroidectomy
40. Tracheostomy
41. Urinary retention and related surgical procedures
42. Varicose vein surgery
43. Vasectomy
44. Zadiks procedure.