Cardiac Surgery: Operative Technique

This comprehensive atlas of congenital and acquired heart disease includes sections on coronary artery surgery, and heart/lung and lung transplants. Text provides technical descriptions of open heart operations along with illustrations that give step-by-step procedures. Includes less frequently performed procedures. Illustrations show exactly what the surgeon will observe during surgery for increased clarity and understanding.

* Covers mitral valve reconstruction, coronary artery bypass grafts, transplantation, and more. * Includes superb halftones taken from the surgeon's perspective at the operating table. * Offers personal tips and advice on how to prevent problems and avoid pitfalls.