The Vascular Surgery In-Training Examination Review (VSITE)

by Allen Murga (Editor), Theodore H. Teruya (Editor), Ahmed M. Abou-Zamzam Jr (Editor), Christian Bianchi (Editor)

Overview

The field of vascular surgery has been progressing and developing. The training for vascular surgery has progressed to now encompassing 0+5 residency along with 5+2 fellowship, which will then produce more vascular surgeons, as the need for them continues to be in demand. In the process of progressing through two years or five years of training a comprehensive review book is essential for trainees in preparation for boards as well as everyday practice.  This textbook will serve as an extremely useful resource primarily for residents and fellows but also for anyone involved with managing vascular surgery disease. It will be a useful tool in preparation for any vascular examination including the VSITE and vascular boards. It will provide a concise and comprehensive summary of vascular surgery disease and serve as an initial platform for further expanding their knowledge of vascular disease processes. All chapters are written by experts in the field and willinclude the most up to date scientific and clinical information.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783031241215
Publisher:	Springer-Verlag New York, LLC
Publication date:	03/02/2023
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	43 MB
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About the Author

Allen Murga, MDAssociate ProfessorDepartment of Vascular SurgeryLoma Linda University11175 Campus St Suite 21123Loma Linda, CA 92350951-323-5502, [e-mail], [e-mail]
Theodore H. Teruya, MDAssociate Professor of SurgeryAssociate program director of vascular surgery fellowshipLoma Linda University11175 Campus St. Suite 21123Loma Linda, CA [e-mail]
Ahmed M. Abou-Zamzam JrProfessor of SurgeryChief, Division of Vascular SurgeryProgram Director of Vascular Surgery FellowshipLoma Linda University11175 Campus St. Suite 21123Loma Linda, CA [e-mail]
Christian BianchiChief of Vascular Surgery of Loma LindaLoma Linda University Loma Linda, CA [e-mail]

Table of Contents

1. Embryology of the Vascular System.- 2. Hematology and Coagulation.- 3. Fluids, Electrolytes, and Nutrition.- 4. Medications in Vascular Surgery.- 5. Hemodynamics, Atherosclerosis, Intimal Hyperplasia and Wound Healing.- 6. Imaging/Vascular Laboratory.- 7. Vascular Medicine.- 8. Cerebrovascular Disease.- 9. Upper Extremity, Medical Surgical and Endovascular Management.- 10. Thoracic Outlet Syndromes.- 11. Aortoiliac Artery Aneurysms and Peripheral Artery Aneurysms.- 12. Lower Extremity Occlusive Disease.- 13. Mesenteric Arterial Disease.- 14. Renal artery.- 15. Thoracic Aortic Disease.- 16. Venous Disease.- 17. Vascular Access.- 18. Non-Atherosclerotic Vascular Disease.- 19. Vascular Trauma.- 20. Techniques of Vascular Access and Endovascular Surgery.- 21. Vascular grafts.- 22. Lymphatic Disease.- 23. Vascular Malformations.- 24. Complications of Vascular Surgery.- 25. Amputations.- 26. Portal Hypertension.- 27. Miscellaneous.- 28. Biostatistics.

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Margaret Ann Reilly, MD, MS (Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine)
Description: This book aims to provide a high yield reference and study guide for the annual vascular surgery in-training exam (VSITE), written boards, and oral boards. It explores an extensive number of vascular surgery topics using a bullet point format designed to facilitate quick review. Diagrams and drawings from prominent vascular surgery reference texts are dispersed throughout the chapters, which close with topic-specific multiple-choice questions. The book can be accessed online, where it is available for download on devices or as a PDF.
Purpose: The book is designed for trainees to use as a resource for any vascular surgery exam. It serves as a supplement to other vascular texts and a study guide when navigating vascular topics. This book is the one of the first to provide a succinct review of vascular surgery pathologies for the express purpose of studying for the in-training exam and fills an obvious void in the current literature. The book successfully describes topics in a concise yet effective way, using diagrams and a bullet point format to promote quick review.
Audience: The book is written for vascular surgery residents of all years and training paradigms. Prior to this book, no written or physical study guide existed specifically for the VSITE — instead, study materials included large reference texts and online question banks. By providing an efficient review of many topics included on the exam, this book offers residents and fellows an opportunity to study in a more organized and effective manner. The authors are attending vascular surgeons at a hospital with both the traditional 5+2 and newer 0+5 training paradigms.
Features: This book covers nearly every topic in vascular surgery, from embryology of the vascular system to thoracic outlet syndrome and even biostatistics. It explores each of these subjects in a direct way, without obscuring high-yield information by including too much data. The chapters are arranged in a logical manner, and it is easy to follow the outline of each chapter. The book includes diagrams and pictures in color, allowing for easy interpretation.
Assessment: This book is an excellent study guide for vascular trainees who want to perform well on the VSITE or boards. The concise but thorough nature of the book allows trainees to review material quickly using the bullet point outlines or color diagrams. The book fills a gap in the current vascular literature and is a worthwhile addition to any trainee's study materials.

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