Bailey and Love's Short Practice of Surgery (25th ed.)

"Bailey and Love's Short Practice of Surgery" remains one of the world's pre-eminent medical textbooks, beloved by generations of surgeons, with lifetime sales in excess of one million copies.

Now in its 25th edition, the book's traditional strengths are combined with complete revision and updating - it emphasises the importance of effective clinical examination and soundly based surgical principles while taking account throughout of the latest developments in surgical practice.

The eminent editorial team comprises two editors with experience gained over previous editions with a third editor new to this edition, and as a result text features enthusiastically received in the last edition have been retained but developed where appropriate in light of reader feedback and the input of the editors.

For the first time, the content has been sub-divided into Parts to ensure a logical sequence and grouping of related chapters throughout.

The new edition opens with sections devoted to the underlying principles of surgical practice, investigation and diagnosis, and pre-operative care.

These are followed by chapters covering all aspects of surgical trauma.The remainder of the book considers each of the surgical specialties in turn, from elective orthopaedics through skin, head and neck, breast and endocrine, cardiothoracic and vascular, to abdominal and genitourinary. "Bailey and Love" has a wide appeal to all those studying surgery, from undergraduate medical students to those in preparation for their postgraduate surgical examinations.

In addition, its high standing and reputation for unambiguous advice also make it the first point of reference for many practising surgeons.

The changes that have been introduced to the 25th edition will only serve to strengthen support for the text among all these groups.