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Repair of simple and complex abdominal hernias by the laparoscopic technique is now the method of choice in many centres. Laparoscopic repair offers equivalent outcomes to open repair, with the additional benefits of greater patient satisfaction and reduced hospitalization. For some hernias, notably incisional and hiatal, the outcome appears to be superior using the minimally invasive technique. This book, authored by an international team of leading surgeons in the field of hernia repair, gives a definitive guide to appropriate patient selection and operative technique. The introductory section delivers a useful, illustrated account of instrumentation, biomaterials and mesh fixation. Subseq...
This 4th edition of Mastery of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery presents both the common procedures residents must master as well as the more challenging procedures required of fellows and practitioners. With 11 new chapters, this edition offers the most extensive coverage of minimally invasive procedures in all areas of surgery. In addition to clear, concise instruction valuable comments from the authors are also included at the end of each chapter. Written in the style of the Masters of Surgery series, this book offers the most comprehensive step-by-step text on all procedures including Advances in NOTES procedures.
Homer Sewell looks so much like Abraham Lincoln that even without his top hat and coat, total strangers still call him 'Abe.' He also lives the life of Lincoln, both personally and in business, with a strong message of never giving up and being proud of our country. Image in the Mirror is Homer's story, an inspiring American tale of overcoming life's trials with hard work, dedication, and belief in one's self.
Laparoscopy is increasingly being used as an alternative to more invasive surgical techniques. This book details newly revealed anatomical dynamics of the lower abdominal wall and introduces the reader to laparoscopic repair of the inguinal hernia.
This issue of Surgical Clinics of North America focuses on Diseases of the Biliary Tract, and is edited by Dr. J Bart Rose. Articles will include: Anatomy, Embryology, and Imaging of the Biliary Tract; Cholangitis: Causes, Diagnosis, and Management; Autoimmune Diseases of the Biliary Tract; Biliary Dyskinesia; Gallstone Disease: Cholecystitis, Mirizzi’s Syndrome, Bouveret Syndrome, Gallstone Ileus; Technical Aspects of CholecystectomyTechnical Aspects of Bile Duct Evaluation and Exploration; Iatrogenic Biliary Injuries: Identification, Classification, and Management; Premalignant lesions: IPNB, Choledochal Cysts, and Biliary Cystadenomas; Gallbladder Cancer; Ampullary Cancer; Endoscopic Management of Biliary Disorders: Diagnostic and Therapeutic; Role of Transplant in Biliary Disease; Bile Metabolism and Lithogenesis; Cholangiocarcinoma: Intra and Extrahepatic; and more!
This new edition of Surgical Laparoscopy defines the total set of adult and pediatric procedures that can be performed by the general surgeon. Pioneering surgeon Dr. Karl Zucker has a clinical approach and incisive style that puts this book in a class of its own and makes it a necessary part of every surgeon's library. This edition is also enhanced by additional artwork to demonstrate laparoscopic views for the surgeon.
Accompanying CD-ROM contains 21 video segments of surgical procedures.