Includes bibliographical references (page 318) and index.
Contents
Understanding your medical problem, and its surgical solution -- Getting a second opinion -- Evaluating the alternatives -- Finding the right surgeon -- Getting yourself ready for surgery -- Using special services -- Planning your hospitalization -- What to expect in recovery -- Coping in the aftermath of surgery -- What you need to know about anesthesia -- A brief introduction to the surgical procedures -- Breast and skin cancer surgery -- Cardiothoracic surgery -- Endocrine surgery -- Gastrointestinal surgery -- General surgery -- Orthopedic surgery -- Reproductive surgery -- Transplantation surgery -- Vascular surgery.
