Anatomy for the Generic Surgical Sciences Examination (GSSE)

This book is designed for Generic Surgical Sciences Examination (GSSE). This collection of questions and answers as well as short notes is intended to assist junior doctors in successfully sitting the GSSE. The questions are specifically designed to highl

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Anatomy for the Generic Surgical Sciences Examination (GSSE)

S. Ali Mirjalili Editor

Anatomy for the Generic Surgical Sciences Examination (GSSE)

Editor S. Ali Mirjalili Department of Anatomy and Medical Imaging University of Auckland Auckland New Zealand

Jointly published with People’s Medical Publishing House ISBN 978-981-10-3882-2    ISBN 978-981-10-3883-9 (eBook) DOI 10.1007/978-981-10-3883-9 The print edition is not for sale in China Mainland. Customers from China Mainland please order the print book from: People’s Medical Publishing House. Library of Congress Control Number: 2017940034 © Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. and People’s Medical Publishing House 2017 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are reserved by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, express or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. Printed on acid-free paper This Springer imprint is published by Springer Nature The registered company is Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. The registered company address is: 152 Beach Road, #21-01/04 Gateway East, Singapore 189721, Singapore

Preface

Passing the milestone of the Generic Surgical Sciences Examination (GSSE) is an unforgettable experience for any surgeon. Learning enough to “get through” the anatomy component while juggling work on busy surgical units, and maintaining sanity, is mission near impossible. This collection of questions and answers is intended to assist junior doctors in successfully sitting the GSSE. The questions are specifically designed to highlight key surgical anatomy, and are supplemented by images that replicate “spot-test” type questions in the GSSE. Illustrations are used to highlight particular anatomical relationships that are difficult to grasp. The reader can be assured that all anatomical details are in concert with the recommended textbook for the GSSE, e.g., the sternal angle is described at the level of T4 posteriorly (recommended reference) as opposed to other