This revised and expanded second edition provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of topics relating to head and neck and endocrine surgery, including: maxillofacial injuries, surgery of the scalp, surgery of the salivary glands, jaw tumors, surgery of the oral cavity (lips, tongue, floor of the mouth, and palate), swellings and ulcers of the face, inflammation in the neck, cervical lymphadenopathy, midline and lateral neck swellings, tumors of the pharynx, and endocrine surgery (thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, suprarenal glands, and neuroendocrine tumors).

This second edition also includes additional and detailed chapters on thyroidectomy procedures, thyroid and parathyroid endocrine emergencies, thyroid and parathyroid disease during pregnancy, and thyroid and parathyroid transplantation. 

The coverage extends beyond surgical indications and procedures to encompass aspects such as anatomy, clinical presentation, and imaging diagnosis. With its clear structure, the book facilitates quick reference and will serve as a valuable tool for practitioners, as well as for upper-level graduate students.

Prof. Mahmoud Fathi Sakr is a professor of Surgery at the Head, Neck and Endocrine Surgery Unit at the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Egypt. He graduated in 1981, obtained his Master’s Degree (MS), and earned his Doctorate Degree (PhD) in Surgery at Alexandria University, Egypt. He completed his fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (PA), USA. Prof. Sakr is a fellow of the International College of Surgeons (ICS) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS). His main areas of interest are Head and Neck surgery and Endocrine surgery. To date, Prof. Sakr has authored 32 national books and 12 international books. He has also published 5 «Patient Information Series,» a «Manual for Clinical Practice,» and 128 scientific articles in esteemed journals. Additionally, he serves as an editorial board member for many reputable international journals.