Fundamentals of Pediatric Surgery

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The previous edition of this book was grounded in a vital philosophy: to offer a practical, up-to-date resource for surgeons focused on the unique surgical care of children. The second edition remains true to this philosophy while introducing significant enhancements. It provides the latest clinical information in a straightforward narrative style, with each chapter offering a rationale for the proposed approach based on scientific evidence and the author’s clinical experience. Detailed algorithms or clinical protocols are presented graphically, alongside discussions of unanswered questions and proposals for future research, as well as suggested readings. The chapters comprehensively cover a wide range of pediatric general surgery topics, including disorders of major abdominal and thoracic organ systems, congenital anomalies in newborns, and issues relevant to fetal surgery. The authors discuss therapeutic methods and surgical techniques, from traditional open operations to modern minimally invasive procedures and emerging technologies like single-site and robotic surgery. Written by field experts, this edition serves as a definitive source of clinical information for residents, fellows, and attending surgeons, enabling them to effectively care for patients in real time.