Gawande, Atul
Complications: A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science
- ISBN 13:
- 9781846681325
- author:
- Gawande, Atul
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Profile Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 129 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A surgeon's life is one of precision and urgency, where the smallest mistake can have devastating consequences. Atul Gawande's account of his experiences is a candid and thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of surgical practice. Gawande recounts the moments of high tension and the decisions that must be made in the operating room, where the stakes are life and death. He also delves into the importance of autopsies and the lessons that can be learned from mistakes. This book offers a unique insight into the world of surgery, where the boundaries between life and death are constantly blurred.