Book excerpt: This book presents the core elements of pediatric surgery in a concise and clear fashion along with information from related fields that have an impact on pediatric surgical care. It has been designed to be useful as a source of information for pediatric surgeons, surgical residents in all specialities, and other surgeons who perform procedures on infants and children. It is also designed to serve as a concise reference in a single volume for pediatricians, neonatologists, preiatric medical specialists, and other physicians who manage the care of children.