Books in the Primary Surgery Series series

This is a complete and detailed system of trauma methods which the non-specialist general doctor can use to treat all human injuries that might possibly benefit from his care. One of its most valuable features is a systme of closed methods for all fractures which can be treated this way. There is also an extensive chapter on the treatment of burns.

Describes what a doctor can do if she/he cannot refer a patient, both in emergency and for 'cold surgery'. This work includes common problems such as Caesarean section, the resection of dead gut, and the release of pus from infected bones. It describes the organization and equipment found within an operating theatre.

A manual of anaesthetic methods for general duty doctors who are not specialist anaesthetists, for medical students, and medical assistants, especially in developing countries.