A revised monograph specifically oriented toward general surgeons and surgical residents. It emphasizes basic pathophysiology of cervical and chest injury, keys to assessment and diagnosis, and principles of management. It discusses complications and outcome. In particular, it emphasizes an aggressive approach to trauma, the authors' contention being that "active intervention results in minimal morbidity, and undue conservatism results in significant increase in disability and mortality." Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.