A Handbook of Appendix

"Appendicitis is one of the most important and common surgical problems in the field of surgery. The book is primarily written for UG/PG students, surgeons, and surgical trainees. This book is also a reference book for GP doctors and the doctors of other specialties. This is a book about appendix and its extensive description with a view to have the pathophysiology, anatomy, clinical problems, differential diagnosis, management, and operative details in a simple language and manner. The book has simple line diagrams which will be very helpful to the students. Photographs of the patients, investigative procedures, and operations are chosen carefully. This book is different as there is no comprehensive book written about appendix that has A–Z about it. Controversies, Arguments, and Discussions are there to understand different views and to follow the overall accepted procedures and to know the pros and cons of various ways of dealing with a situation. Recent advancements and modern trends make the reader aware of what is recent and what is obsolete. Mnemonics, questions and answers, and MCQs are important for students and also will enhance the knowledge of a surgeon. Medicolegal aspect of management of appendicitis is important in today’s time so that you can avoid unnecessary medicolegal implications. At the end of each chapter, there is an exhaustive list of references which is important for a reader who wishes to know the authenticity of a statement and more. It is difficult to accommodate all in one small and handy book which can be taken to wards, bedsides of patients, and clinics for ready reference. That is why we have prepared a handbook including everything about the subject from anatomy to recent advancements. We hope that this book will be helpful to the undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as to practicing surgeons and those who are interested in acquiring knowledge about appendix and its diseases."