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In the ever-evolving field of upper gastrointestinal (UGI) and hepato-pancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery, staying informed about the pivotal research that shapes clinical practice is essential. 50 Landmark Papers every Upper GI and HPB Surgeon Should Know is a carefully curated collection of influential studies that have transformed decision-making in the management of complex conditions.
From groundbreaking insights into cancers of the stomach, liver, and pancreas to the management of bile duct injuries, hiatus hernia, and pharyngeal pouch, this book highlights the research that has redefined surgical approaches. It also delves into the historical significance of interdisciplinary collaboration, such as the creation of GI bleeding units, and includes key papers on endoscopic management and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), reflecting the evolving role of surgeons in these areas.
Organized into focused sections--gallbladder, liver, pancreas, stomach, bile duct, oesophagus, endoscopic treatment, obesity, and general topics--this book serves as a practical guide for surgeons and trainees alike. Each paper has been selected for its impact on clinical practice, offering a foundation for understanding the evidence that underpins modern surgical care.
Whether you are a seasoned surgeon or a trainee, this book will inspire you to explore the evidence, challenge established norms, and strive for excellence in the dynamic field of UGI and HPB surgery.
ABOUT THE EDITORS:
A H Sayed-Hassen BA, MBCHB, FRCS(Ed), FRACSDirector of Surgery Eastern Health, Melbourne
Senior Upper GI/HPB Surgeon, Eastern Health
Senior Lecturer, Monash University
Adrian Fox MBBS, FRACSHead of Upper GI/HPB, Eastern Health, Melbourne
Surgeon, St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne
Lecturer, Monash University
A H Sayed-Hassen BA, MBChB, FRCS (Ed) FRACS is the Executive Director of Surgery at Eastern Health, Victoria. He qualified at Leeds University in 1985 and trained as a registrar in the Newcastle region in the late 1980s. Subsequently, he pursued further training in Upper GI and HPB surgery in Melbourne and a fellowship in Sydney, Australia. He has worked as a transplant surgeon (Austin), trauma surgeon (Alfred) as well as at Eastern Health (Upper GI/HPB) since 1997. He currently only works at Eastern Health and Epworth (private hospital). He is the Chair of Surgery
and also the Upper GI/HPB multidisciplinary meeting. He has had multiple roles at the College of Surgeons including the Chair of the Board in General Surgery, Treasurer of General Surgeons Australia (GSA) and has been the scientific convener for the Congress of the RACS in Singapore in 2014. He had also been the General Surgery convener for Hong Kong 2008 and multiple local conferences for GSA and for the pre-exam course of the General Surgery exam. He remains as chair of SEAM (since 2011) on the Australian Board of General Surgery, which is the educational arm of the Board. He has authored/edited most of the modules of SEAM, which is also assessed by the Board for the purposes of training in the early phases of SET.
Adrian Fox MBBS, FRACS is the Head of the Upper GI/HPB unit at Eastern health and also works at St Vincent's Hospital in Melbourne. He qualified MBBS at the University of Melbourne in 1998 and did his registrar training at St Vincent's Hospital. He did his fellowship training in HPB at St Vincent's, Box Hill (eastern health), and spent 2 years in Toronto where he was exposed to HPB and transplant surgery. He has been heavily involved as supervisor of training for trainees and fellows in HPB surgery. He has authored several publications and is an active member of the board of ANZHPBA (Australian and New Zealand Board of HPB surgeons).
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