Fig. 15.1 Grommet Indications Bilateral otitis media with effusion (OME) of longer than 3 months duration. Recurrent acute otitis media (AOM). Complications of AOM e.g. mastoiditis or facial nerve palsy….

Fig. 19.1 McBurney’s point can be found 2/3 of the distance from the umbilicus to the right anterior superior iliac spine An appendix can be removed by an open procedure…

Fig. 13.1 Arterial supply of the cerebrum Venous Drainage This system drains into the internal jugular vein. Notably, the bridging veins of the superior sagittal sinus are vulnerable to rupture…

1805 P. Bozzini Inventor of “Lichtleiter” Composed of Mirrors, a wax candle for illumination and an urethral cannula used to visualise GU tract 1853 A. J. Desormeaux “Father of endoscopy”…

Plate 2.1 Sensory supply of abdominal viscera and body wall. The figure can be read from left to right in order to ‘map’ a given source of visceral pain to…

Fig. 29.1 Diagram depicting the two main routes of training to reach consultancy in a given specialty. Table of specialties separated by route of training The main exams taken by…

Fig. 4.1 Benefits of effective leadership Fig. 4.2 Transactional vs. transformational leadership Fig. 4.3 Qualities of a good leader Transactional and transformational leadership theories are among the leadership models most…

Fig. 17.1 The anatomy of the coronary arteries, showing their location in relation to the chambers of the heart and main branches The right coronary artery (RCA) arises from the…

Level of care Appropriate patients 0 – Ward Those who have undergone minor surgical procedures Those whose needs can be met through normal ward care 1 – Surgical Ward Those who are…

Preterm Born at < 37 weeks gestation Full term Born between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation Neonates <4 weeks of age Infant <1 year of age Toddler 1–2 years…