The second edition of this popular book, with several new chapters, covers all the common surgical diseases affecting children, reflecting the latest available information. In addition, it discusses recent advances in pediatric surgery, including fetal diagnosis and management, organ transplantation, and robotic surgery.

The text is presented concisely and reader-friendly and complemented by numerous photographs and illustrations to aid in comprehension. Each chapter is structured uniformly, examining the embryology, incidence, and approach to diagnosis and management, along with flow charts and algorithms where appropriate.

The book is primarily helpful for fellows-in-training and surgeons in general and pediatric surgery and pediatric specialties. In addition to familiarizing readers with common pediatric surgical conditions and helping them plan simple approaches to their management, it also offers an essential on-the-go guide.