Sabiston and Spencer Surgery of the Chest, 10th Edition

By: Frank W. Sellke, MD; Pedri J. del Nido, MD; Scott J. Swanson, MD

ISBN: 9780323790246

Publication Date: December 26, 2023

Reviewer: Benjamin C. Degner, MD (East Carolina University)

Description

Since 1962, this book has been the preeminent textbook in cardiothoracic surgery. This current two-volume edition maintains and exceeds the high bar of previous editions. With both updated and entirely new chapters, this latest edition is a worthy update of the previous edition which was published in 2015.

Purpose

The purpose of this book is to provide a complete review of thoracic surgery, adult cardiac surgery, and congenital heart surgery. Each chapter is extremely well-written and accompanied by a corresponding thorough reference section.

Audience                  

The book’s primary audience is those training in cardiothoracic surgery, but this book is still an invaluable reference for practicing attending surgeons as well. The editors and authors are some of the most experienced and most highly regarded physicians in the field.

Features

The best aspect of this book is the completeness of the material. While these are large volume works, it is great to have nearly everything in the field of cardiothoracic surgery in one standardized source. Useful for both training purposes and board preparation, it is also a key resource for practicing surgeons. The ebook offering and selected videos are innovative additions to this text that enhance the understanding of the topics.

Assessment

It is easy to review such an important book in our field. Without a doubt, this book belongs on the bookshelf of every cardiothoracic surgeon. Although previous editions of this book were excellent, this newest edition offers the most up to date information on the surgical management of cardiothoracic disease.

©Doody’s Review Service, 2024, Benjamin C. Degner, MD (East Carolina University), Doody’s Score: 100 – 5 Stars!

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