Written by internationally acclaimed specialists, Upper Abdominal Surgery provides pertinent and concise procedure descriptions spanning benign and malignant problems and minimally invasive procedures. Complications are reviewed when appropriate for the organ system and problem, creating a book that is both comprehensive and accessible. Stages of operative approaches with relevant technical considerations are outlined in an easily understandable manner. The text is illustrated with photographs that depict anatomic or technical principles.

Forming part of the series, Surgery: Complications, Risks and Consequences, this volume Upper Abdominal Surgery provides a valuable resource for all general surgeons and residents in training. Other healthcare providers will also find this a useful resource.

From the reviews:

"This is a wonderful addition to the literature in the field of surgery. ... For residents, this book is an invaluable resource to guide discussion with patients during the informed consent process. Similarly, for practicing surgeons, it provides estimated frequencies of surgical complications that allows for more informative risk/benefit discussions with patients and their families. ... There is no other resource that compiles all of this information into one, easy-to-read book." (Luis J. Garcia, Doody's Book Reviews, May, 2014)