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.