Fragile Lives: Stories of a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in a Profession Where There is No Place for Doubts and Fear

By reading this book, you will learn

— How can white rubber boots be useful for a young assistant cardiothoracic surgeon?

— Why shouldn't you extract a knife (or a screwdriver) from a stab wound to the chest on your own?

— Can a heart worn out by illness fully recover after a successful operation?

— How many years can a person live with an artificial heart?

— Why, despite all scientific advancements, do young Britons today not feel eager to become neurosurgeons?

Who should buy this book?

— Those who love unputdownable books — at least until you read the chapter to the end.

— Those who enjoy medical thrillers. Of course, there will be no criminals here, but there will be genuine investigations that have allowed the meticulous surgeon to uncover the truth.

— Those who are literally fascinated by the structure of the human heart and dream of stepping into the shoes of a cardiothoracic surgeon: you will experience a strong sense of presence in the operating room.