Sabiston and Spencer Surgery of the Chest, 10th Edition
The only text to cover the full range of adult cardiac, thoracic, and pediatric chest surgery, Sabiston and Spencer Surgery of the Chest provides unparalleled guidance in a single, two-volume resource. This gold standard reference, edited by Drs. Frank Sellke, Pedro del Nido, and Scott Swanson, covers today’s most important knowledge and techniques in cardiac and thoracic surgery—the information you need for specialty board review and for day-to-day surgical practice. Meticulously organized so that you can quickly find expert information on open and endoscopic surgical techniques, this 10th Edition is an essential resource not only for all cardiothoracic surgeons, but also for physicians, residents, and students concerned with diseases of the chest.
Key Features
- Features short, focused chapters divided into three major sections: Adult Cardiac Surgery, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, and Thoracic Surgery.
- Presents the knowledge and expertise of global experts who provide a comprehensive view of the entire specialty.
- Provides full-color coverage throughout, helping you visualize challenging surgical techniques and procedures and navigate the text efficiently.
- Includes new chapters on dissection complications and percutaneous treatment of mitral and tricuspid valve disease.
- Offers extensively revised or rewritten chapters on surgical revascularization, acute dissection, vascular physiology, the latest innovations in minimally invasive cardiothoracic surgery and percutaneous devices, the molecular biology of thoracic malignancy, robotics in chest surgery, congenital valve reconstructions, novel hybrid procedures in pediatric cardiac surgery, and 3D visualization of cardiac anatomy for surgical procedure planning.
- Keeps you up to date with the latest developments in cardiothoracic imaging and diagnosis.
- Provides access to more than 30 surgical videos online, and features new figures, tables, and illustrations throughout.
- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud.
Author Information
By Frank W. Sellke, MD, Karl Karlson & Gloria Karlson Professor and Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Director of the Cardiovascular Institute at the Alpert Medical School of Brown University and Lifespan Hospitals, Providence, Rhode Island; Pedro J. del Nido, MD, Chairman, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery; William E. Ladd Professor of Child Surgery, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts; Scott J. Swanson, MD, Director, Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Associate Chief of Surgery, Dana-Farber/Brigham and Women’s Cancer Center and Professor, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
„Sabiston and Spencer Surgery of the Chest, 10th Edition“
„Sabiston and Spencer Surgery of the Chest“ stands as a cornerstone in the field of cardiothoracic surgery, and the 10th edition continues its legacy of providing unparalleled comprehensive coverage of adult cardiac, thoracic, and pediatric chest surgery. This two-volume resource is edited by esteemed experts in the field: Dr. Frank W. Sellke, MD, Dr. Pedro J. del Nido, MD, and Dr. Scott J. Swanson, MD.
The 10th edition maintains its reputation as the gold standard reference for cardiothoracic surgeons, physicians, residents, and students, covering the latest advancements in both open and endoscopic surgical techniques. The meticulously organized content facilitates quick access to expert information, making it invaluable for specialty board review and day-to-day surgical practice.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive Sections: The content is organized into three major sections – Adult Cardiac Surgery, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, and Thoracic Surgery. Each section features short, focused chapters, enhancing readability and targeted learning.
- Global Expertise: The knowledge and expertise of global leaders in the field contribute to a comprehensive view of cardiothoracic surgery. The editors and contributors ensure that the content reflects the latest advancements and practices.
- Full-Color Illustrations: The inclusion of full-color illustrations throughout the text aids in visualizing complex surgical techniques and procedures. This feature is particularly helpful for both learning and efficiently navigating the extensive content.
- New Chapters: The 10th edition introduces new chapters on dissection complications and percutaneous treatment of mitral and tricuspid valve disease. These additions reflect the evolving landscape of cardiothoracic surgery.
- Updated Content: Existing chapters on surgical revascularization, acute dissection, vascular physiology, minimally invasive cardiothoracic surgery, percutaneous devices, molecular biology of thoracic malignancy, robotics in chest surgery, congenital valve reconstructions, hybrid procedures in pediatric cardiac surgery, and 3D visualization of cardiac anatomy are extensively revised or rewritten to align with the latest developments.
- Current Guidelines: The text incorporates the most current WHO classification systems, diagnostic biomarkers, and guidelines, including those from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) for Pain Management and Anesthesia and Monitoring in Dogs and Cats.
- Online Access: The book includes access to more than 30 surgical videos online, enhancing the learning experience. The eBook version allows users to access the text, figures, and references with additional features like search, customization, note-taking, and content narration.
„Sabiston and Spencer Surgery of the Chest, 10th Edition“ continues to be an indispensable resource for anyone involved in cardiothoracic surgery, offering a blend of foundational knowledge and cutting-edge insights into the dynamic field.
