Infections in Surgery

Abstract

Infections in Surgery Prevention and Management Updates in SurgeryThe aim of this series is to provide informative updates on hot topics in the areas of breast, endocrine, and abdominal surgery, surgical oncology, and coloproctology, and on new surgical techniques such as robotic surgery, laparoscopy, and minimally invasive surgery.Readers will find detailed guidance on patient selection, performance of surgical procedures, and avoidance of complications.In addition, a range of other important aspects are covered, from the role of new imaging tools to the use of combined treatments and postoperative care.The topics addressed by volumes in the series Updates in Surgery have been selected for their broad significance in collaboration with the Italian Society of Surgery.Each volume will assist surgical residents and fellows and practicing surgeons in reaching appropriate treatment decisions and achieving optimal outcomes.The series will also be highly relevant for surgical researchers.