New edition of this acclaimed title. Published in association with the Royal College of Surgeons of England, this book is a set text for the Clinical Surgery in General part of the MRCS/AFRCS exam and encompasses recent changes to the curriculum. This manual helps the trainee surgeon pass the exam and aids understanding of general surgical principles, helping to build a foundation of knowledge for the reader's future career.The book draws together a collection of basic information which is not available elsewhere. It bridges the gap between the basic sciences and clinical practice for surgeons in practically every specialty. The distinguished editors are heavily involved in surgical education and the RCS.