Basic Thoracic Surgery

Author: Qin Wenchao
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book is a reference for physicians new to thoracic surgery. Whether it's an intern rotating through thoracic surgery or a resident newly assigned to the department, there is often a sense of difficulty in fully participating. Starting from a practical perspective, the book begins with how to write medical records and perform physical examinations for a thoracic surgery patient upon admission, and then introduces imaging diagnosis, special examinations, anesthesia, basic thoracic surgery techniques, management of thoracic trauma, and the theories and experiences in diagnosing and treating common thoracic diseases. Due to advancements in medical science, tuberculosis and pulmonary abscesses have significantly decreased in the field of thoracic surgery. The focus of thoracic surgery has shifted to thoracic oncology, specifically lung cancer and esophageal cancer, so the book dedicates more attention to these two types of tumors. The book also emphasizes the importance of comprehensive treatment for thoracic malignancies and includes a dedicated chapter on the subject. The book provides only key points on surgical procedures. It offers great help in guiding physicians new to thoracic surgery to quickly grasp the fundamental knowledge and clinical precautions in the field.