Master the MRCS Part A exam with the newly updated Reda Notes for MRCS Part A 2nd Edition. This 2-volume set is the ultimate high-yield revision resource, meticulously organized to reflect the current Intercollegiate MRCS curriculum. Designed for surgical trainees, these notes provide concise, exam-focused information to ensure efficient and effective preparation.
The set is divided into two specialized volumes to streamline your study:
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Volume 1: Exclusively focuses on Comprehensive Anatomy.
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Volume 2: Covers Physiology, Pathology, Surgical Principles, and Clinical Specialties.
Volume 1: Comprehensive Anatomy
This volume provides an in-depth, systematic review of surgical anatomy, emphasizing the regions most frequently tested in the exam.
Key Sections Include:
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Head and Neck: Base of the skull foramina, Cranial Nerves (V, VII, X), triangles of the neck, and major glands (Thyroid, Parathyroid, Parotid).
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Neurovascular Anatomy: Circle of Willis, Vertebral and Carotid artery systems, and Cranial Venous Sinuses.
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Thorax and Abdomen: Detailed anatomical planes (Transpyloric plane), mediastinal structures, and abdominal viscera.
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Musculoskeletal: Complete breakdown of the Upper and Lower Limbs, including nerve supplies and functional anatomy.
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Miscellaneous Anatomy: Embryology (Pharyngeal arches) and specialized anatomical levels.
Volume 2: Clinical Sciences & Systems
Volume 2 bridges the gap between basic science and clinical application, covering all non-anatomical subjects required for the MRCS Part A.
Key Systems and Subjects Include:
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Physiology: Cardiovascular (JVP, ECG, Cardiac Physiology), Respiratory (Lung volumes, compliance, ventilation control), and Renal physiology.
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Metabolism & Endocrinology: Acid-base balance, fluid compartments, calcium homeostasis, and adrenal/parathyroid physiology.
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Hematology & Pathology: The Coagulation Cascade, blood clotting interpretation, acute and chronic inflammation, and cell death.
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Surgical Principles: Surgical technique and technology, principles of surgical oncology, trauma management (ATLS principles), and response to surgery.
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Clinical Specialties:
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Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery
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Colorectal Surgery
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Vascular Surgery (e.g., Aortic aneurysms)
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Breast and Endocrine Surgery
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Urology, Paediatric Surgery, and Orthopaedics
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Surgical Disorders of the Brain (Head injury management)
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Product Features
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High-Yield Formatting: Bullet points and tables designed for quick recall and efficient revision.
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Clinical Reference Tables: Includes essential reference ranges for LFTs, U&Es, and Full Blood Counts.
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Exam-Oriented: Content is directly mapped to the MRCS Part A syllabus.
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Complete Set: Covers the entire breadth of the exam in just two volumes.
