Suture and Surgical Hemostasis: A Pocket Guide (Spiral) (ISBN-13: 9781416022473)

Great for students and professionals, this portable reference offers a complete understanding of suture and hemostasis relating to surgical procedures. Its spiral binding and full-color photos and illustrations make it easy to find the appropriate suture materials and related information needed for any surgical procedure.

Small, spiral-bound format offers easy access in any clinical setting.
• Descriptions of suture knots and step-by-step images of different types of stitches provide excellent instruction and are great for review.
• Over 200 full-color illustrations with brief descriptions help readers clearly identify suture materials appropriate for specific surgical procedures.
• A discussion of hemostasis is provided to give readers a full understanding of wounds and wound healing and when and why certain types of suture material should be used.
• Summary-at-a-glance charts and tables synthesize category descriptions and key information for quick reference.
• Key terms, abbreviations, and definitions are provided as a quick-reference glossary.

Author: Rebecca Pieknik
ISBN-10: 1416022473
ISBN-13: 9781416022473
Publisher: Saunders
Language: English
Published: 03/17/2006
Pages: 264
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 7.30h x 4.80w x 0.40d