{"product_id":"9783031804670","title":"Difficult Decisions in Surgery: An Evidence-Based Approach","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDifficult Decisions in Surgery: An Evidence-Based Approach\u003c\/h1\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSlidell, Mark B.; Henry, Marion C.W.\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Aptos; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePediatric surgery is a demanding specialty that requires not only technical expertise but also exceptional clinical judgment and adaptability. Pediatric surgeons frequently encounter rare congenital anomalies and unusual surgical problems, often requiring them to make difficult decisions with limited precedent. Even well-recognized congenital conditions can present in atypical ways, necessitating a patient-centered approach that may deviate from routine practice. This places a premium on a surgeon’s ability to apply broad surgical principles to novel and complex situations, tailoring interventions to each child’s unique anatomy and pathology. Compounding this challenge is the rapidly evolving literature in pediatric surgery, where new techniques, evolving guidelines, and emerging technologies continually reshape best practices. Thoughtful interpretation of the literature is essential, particularly when the optimal approach to a problem remains unclear or controversial. Pediatric surgeons must not only stay abreast of these developments but also critically analyze and synthesize data to make sound, evidence-based decisions in the face of uncertainty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Aptos; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Difficult Decisions in Surgery series was developed to address many of these challenges faced by surgeons. To date, 10 volumes have been published, receiving enthusiastic engagement from the surgical community. These multi-authored volumes consist of concise chapters, each focused on a specific difficult or controversial decision within a surgical specialty. This series is particularly well-suited for pediatric surgeons, as it provides insight into difficult decisions faced within the field. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Aptos; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe volumes serve as a timely reference for practicing surgeons, trainees, and educators, emphasizing the ideal approach to selected clinical situations rather than merely reflecting customary care. Recommendations are grounded in published evidence, while also incorporating expert opinions and personal experiences, helping surgeons navigate complex, evolving literature and apply general surgical principles to novel pediatric challenges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: Aptos; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe chapters in each volume adhere to a specific format.  This approach provides uniformity to the presentations, making it possible to identify useful material at a glance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ea brief general introduction and description of the Difficult Decision laid out using PICO formatting·\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ea brief description of the literature search process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ea summary of available published evidence and discussion of the findings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ethe author’s personal view of the data and approach to the problem and why they do (or don’t do) things found in the presented literature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ethe chapter authors were selected from experts around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ethe editors for this volume were selected from among internationally renown faculty at The University of Chicago and The Johns Hopkins University.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublished by: Springer\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublication Date: 2025-03-28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormat: Hardcover\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eISBN-13: 9783031804670\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDOI: 10.1007\/978-3-031-80468-7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensions: 235cm x155cm\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePages: 584\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Springer Nature Switzerland","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45660713549964,"sku":"9783031804670","price":197.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9783031804670_b20e7ba1-de06-4d7f-9ca1-5013e7c5f031.jpg?v=1775053202","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9783031804670","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}