Provides contemporary, evidence-based information on the sub-specialist areas relevant to general surgical practice. This title aims to bring together the relevant specialist information that the editors and authors consider important for the practising sub-specialist general surgeon.

Part of the series A Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice , this volume gives a summary of the key topics within the specialty. Icons are used to highlight sections of text and key references. It is also supported by randomized clinical trials, systematic literature reviews, and meta-analysis or observational studies.

Provides a comprehensive head-to-head forum for the debate into open versus endoluminal vascular treatment. This book is illustrated with over 150 half tones and 30 specially commissioned line artworks. It is a one-stop resource for both the trainee vascular surgeon and the vascular consultant.