Surgery on Call

Revision Highlights: On-Call Problem section thoroughly revised to reflect current practices and treatment optionsUpdated and expanded information on interpretation of laboratory tests and bedside proceduresThorough update of the Commonly Used Medications chapter and the addition of important new drugs Logically organized, quick-access reference to the evaluation and management of problems encountered on the surgical service Ĺź essential information is located immediately and provides a complete picture of the initial evaluation and treatment of specific problemsProblem-oriented approach to the information is uniquely suited to the way in which surgery is taught and practiced Ĺź focuses on the diagnostic and therapeutic modalities used to address medical problems seen on the wards Differential diagnosis, key laboratory and diagnostic tests, and treatment plans for 80 of the most common surgical problems Ĺź synthesizes issues relating to the diagnosis and treatment of common problems Chapters on laboratory and diagnostic tests, procedures, and commonly used medications Ĺź highlight important information in the management of the patientĹźs problem