This highly practical text is aimed at surgeons - both consultants and those in training who are interested in the advancing role played by imaging technology within surgical decision making. Cross-sectional imaging is now widely available and is routinely used to evaluate patients who potentially require surgery. It is therefore essential that the surgeons have a fundamental knowledge of the imaging findings of the main surgical pathologies. The book is in two sections, with the first part describing the principles of imaging, and the different imaging techniques available to the surgeon. The second part of the book is symptom-based rather than organ-based, with the aim of providing a practical hands-on approach to imaging patients with common surgical complaints. Written by leading experts in the field, this book will help the surgeon to better understand the imaging options available to them, and choose the correct modalities using a problem-based approach.

From the reviews:

"This compact book on common surgical problems and associated imaging is unique in that it is practical and useful for students, residents, and practicing surgeons. ? The book targets trainees, but also will be useful for practicing surgeons as technology in radiology continues to rapidly advance. The design of the book allows the novice to gain knowledge in basic principles of imaging ? . The images are clear and the descriptions are easy to follow." (Susan Skaff Hagen, Doody's Review Service, August, 2008)