Technique in the use of surgical tools [antikvár]

FOREWORD There are numerous textbooks and monographs available to the student of surgery, but, to my knowledge, there never has been a useful treatise on technique in the use of surgical instruments or tools. Doctors Anderson and Romfh are very analytical in their approach to the use of each of the basic surgical instruments. Alternative methods and advantages and disadvantages of several techniques are described. The pros and cons of a variety of motions and manipulations are pointed out. Simple photographs very clearly illustrate the points the authors discuss. There are a variety of comments about operating room behavior and decorum which are proper and accurate. The poignancy of the aphorisms alone is enough to make the book worthwhile reading. In the past, surgeons have acquired their surgical skills in the use of surgical tools almost exclusively from individual staff surgeons or resident surgeons. This, of course, remains very important and will continue to be the major means of acquiring technical skills in the future. However, the surgical trainee studying the practical content of this book can gain considerably more insight into the use of the tools of his trade at a much earlier stage in his career. He can also apply alternative methods on occasion as the situation warrants. I believe that every surgical trainee should have the opportunity of reading this book with all of its wonderful tips. Stephen L. Wangensteen, M.D. Professor and Head Department of Surgery Health Sciences Center University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona