This textbook provides practical tips on the conduct of aortic surgery, from the aortic valve to the iliac arteries. It is organized as a series of Plates, each with a key central illustration, followed by bullet items of accompanying explanatory text. The accompanying text concentrates on specific, critical -do-s and don-ts- that promote and enhance patient safety. Chapters include dozens of color illustrations by one of the nation-s premier medical illustrators, along with selected classic -pen and ink- line drawings. Each central illustration is accompanied by additional secondary figures interspersed at intervals within the accompanying text. Each -practical tip- has an accompanying short (15-30 second) video demonstrating vividly the specific didactic point being made in each Plate. Chapters provide Q&A sections, to promote an interactive feel and experience. The textbook shares practical, potentially life-saving tips-gleaned from over three decades of experience in t
