Ever since the publication of the first edition in 1997, the Companion to Specialist Surgical Practice series has met the needs of surgeons in higher training and practising consultants by providing contemporary, evidence-based information on the sub-specialist areas relevant to their general surgical practice. All eight volumes are thoroughly edited and supported by evidence-based references to support key recommendations. This new Fourth Edition brings together the relevant state-of-the-art specialist information that the editors and authors consider important for the practising sub-specialist general surgeon. Purchase of a print book also includes a downloadable version of the eBook. A standardised approach is used across the series to provide up-to-date information in a way that will be consistent and familiar to the reader. Each volume gives a current and concise summary of the key topics within each major surgical sub-specialty. Each volume highlights evidence-based practice both in the text and by also identifying the key papers in the extensive list of references at the end of every chapter. Written by an expanded group of authors with an increased international dimension to the content of all volumes. Reflects the development of the multidisciplinary team approach in cancer care. Takes account of the improvements in the quality of rectal cancer imaging Updates the evidence on the efficacy of preoperative radiation therapy for all rectal cancer. Includes a new chapter on colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy. Takes a modern look at less familiar operations such as stapled transanal rectal resection.
This third edition text provides a completely revised and updated new version of this unique, modern, practical text that covers the strategic evaluation, specific approaches, and detailed management techniques utilized by expert colorectal ...
For the surgeon or trainee relatively new to the practice of colorectal surgery, the graphic presentation of the surgical pathology, with the accompanying succinct and informative text, will make the acquisition of this book a worthwhile ...
Since then, many new advances in equipment and surgical techniques are becoming more popular. This second edition expands upon laparoscopic and endoscopic techniques and robotic surgery with the use of the new Da Vinci XI platform.
This comprehensive book provides the reader a perspective of the current evidence-based management of Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery.
This book provides clear surgical options when the cases are not “routine”.
This book covers the patient journey through such a programme, commencing with optimisation of the patient’s condition, patient education and conditioning of their expectations.
Written by pioneers in the field, this text will supply surgeons with all the information necessary to accomplish advanced laparoscopic procedures.
This unique reference in laparoscopic colorectal surgery starts by looking at the establishment of the Lapco training programme in the UK. It then goes on to provide a comprehensive technical manual of operative and patient care for ...
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This book provides essential didactic content for the SAGES University Masters Program Colorectal Surgery Curriculum.