Surgery sourcebook : basic consumer health information about common surgical techniques and procedures, including appendectomy, breast biopsy, carotid endarterectomy, cataract removal, cesarean section, coronary artery bypass, cosmetic surgery, dilation and curettage, gallbladder surgery, hemorrhoidectomy, hysterectomy, hernia repair, low back surgery, mastectomy, prostatectomy, tonsillectomy, and weight-loss (bariatric) surgery ; along with facts about emergency surgery and critical care and tips on preparing for surgery, getting a second opinion, managing pain and surgical complications, and recovering from surgery, a glossary of related terms, and a directory of resources for more information

Jones, Keith (Editor at Omnigraphics, Inc.), (editor.).

Summary: "Provides basic consumer health information about common surgical procedures, potential risks and complications, pain control options, and recovery issues. Recent advances in surgery are also discussed. Includes index, glossary of related terms, and other resources"--

Record details

ISBN: 9780780815650
ISBN: 0780815653
ISBN: 9780780815667
Physical Description: print
xix, 745 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Edition: Fourth edition.
Publisher: Detroit, MI : Omnigraphics, [2017]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Introduction to surgery. Overview of surgical specialities ; Types and approaches to surgery ; Specialized surgical techniques ; Understanding pediatric surgery ; Surgery in older adults ; Surgery statistics ; Recent research and trends in surgery and patient outcomes -- Preparing for surgery. How to find a qualified surgeon ; How to get a second opinion ; How to prepare for surgery ; Choosing a hospital ; Ambulatory surgical centers ; Anesthesia ; Substance use and surgery ; Blood donation ; Reduced anxiety before surgery ; Understanding informed consent ; Ensuring patient safety ; What Medicare covers if your are having surgery ; Advanced care planning ; Medical tourism -- Common types of surgery and surgical procedures. Head and neck surgery ; Eye surgery ; Dental and endodontic surgery ; Breast surgeries ; Respiratory tract and lung sureries ; Heart and vascular surgery ; Implantable devices for heart problems ; Joint, bone, and spine surgery ; Gastrointestinal surgery ; Weight-loss (bariatric) surgery ; Gynecologic and obstetric surgery ; Kidney transplant ; Urological surgery ; Cosmetic and reconstructive surgery ; Gender reassignment surgery ; Organ transplant surgeries ;Emergency, critical care, or traumatic surgery -- Managing pain and surgical complications. Pain control and surgery ; Assisted breathing and surgery ; Managing blood loss with blood transfusions ; Infection and surgery ; Other surgical complications -- Recovering from surgery. What to expect after surgery ; Hospital discharge planning ; Moving to a nursing home ; Nutrition and exercise concerns after surgery ; Caring for surgical incisions and drains ; Caring for an ostomy pouch after surgery ; Blood clot risks and travel -- Glossary of terms related to surgery -- Directory of organizations that provide information about surgery.