Transplantation: A Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice 5th Edition

Transplantation delivers a contemporary, practical, and evidence-based overview of transplant surgery, designed specifically for surgeons in training and practicing consultants. As part of the esteemed Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series, this volume offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of current best practices, recent advances, and key controversies within the field of organ transplantation—presented in a format accessible for both general surgeons and transplant specialists.

Each chapter integrates up-to-date clinical guidance with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary care and evolving global standards. The text distinguishes clearly between strong evidence and expert opinion, helping clinicians make well-informed, nuanced decisions in everyday practice.

Key Features:

• Evidence-based content:
  Thorough referencing throughout, with clearly indicated levels of evidence supporting each clinical recommendation.
• Contemporary coverage:
  Focuses on current developments in transplantation techniques, immunosuppression strategies, organ preservation, and perfusion technologies.
• New and expanded content:
• A brand-new chapter on organ perfusion and preservation, authored by an international expert, highlights the growing relevance of these techniques in modern transplant practice.
• Updated material on novel immunosuppressive therapies and management strategies across all major organ systems.
• Global perspective:
  Contributions from a broadened authorship team—including leading voices from Europe and worldwide—ensure global relevance and applicability.
• Team-based care emphasis:
  Emphasizes the collaborative, multidisciplinary approach at the core of successful transplant care.
• Digital access included:
  Purchase of the print edition includes access to a downloadable eBook, offering flexible reference across devices.
• Part of a trusted series:
  One of eight volumes in the Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series—renowned for delivering concise, high-quality, specialty-specific surgical knowledge tailored to the needs of the practicing surgeon.