Book excerpt: This second edition presents medical students and trainees with step by step long cases in general surgery. Thoroughly revised, the second edition covers inguinal hernia, thyroid gland, breast cancer, stomach, jaundice, varicose veins and more. More than 270 full colour images and illustrations enhance learning – the previous edition published in 2008. Key points New, revised edition presenting medical students and trainees with long cases in general surgery Includes more than 270 full colour images and illustrations Previous edition published in 2008