Operative Techniques in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Operative Techniques in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Second Edition, is a surgical atlas that provides comprehensive, step-by-step guidance on surgery of the small intestine, colon, appendix, rectum, and anus, including open and laparoscopic and robotic procedures. It features concise, bulleted text, full-color illustrations, and intraoperative photographs to clarify exactly what to look for and how to proceed. The book also includes new videos and extensive updates throughout, following the same format for each procedure.

Format: Hardback
Length: 608 pages
Publication date: 01 July 2023
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health

Operative Techniques in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Second Edition, is a comprehensive surgical atlas that provides detailed guidance on various colon and rectal surgical procedures. Written by a team of expert surgeons, the book aims to clarify the steps involved in these complex surgeries and help surgeons choose the most appropriate approach for each patient.

The book is organized into three main sections: surgery of the small intestine, surgery of the colon, appendix, rectum, and anus, and rectal resections. Each section covers open as well as laparoscopic and robotic procedures, including relevant content on trauma.

One of the key features of the book is its concise and bullet-pointed text, accompanied by full-color illustrations and intraoperative photographs. These visual aids help surgeons understand the anatomy and surgical techniques better, making it easier to follow the instructions and procedures described.

The book also includes new videos that accompany numerous chapters throughout the book. These videos, personally selected by contributing authors and editors, provide a visual demonstration of the techniques being discussed, allowing surgeons to see the procedures in action and gain a deeper understanding of the nuances involved.

In addition to the technical content, the book also provides extensive updates throughout, including new coverage of the American Board of Surgerys SCORE Curricula for General Surgery and for Complex General Surgical Oncology. This ensures that surgeons are up-to-date with the latest guidelines and recommendations for these procedures.

The format of the book is consistent for each procedure, with a differential diagnosis, patient history and physical findings, imaging and other diagnostic studies, surgical management, techniques, pearls and pitfalls, postoperative care, outcomes, and complications section. This structure allows surgeons to quickly navigate to the information they need and provides a clear roadmap for performing each procedure successfully.

Operative Techniques in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Second Edition, is an invaluable resource for surgeons who are looking to improve their skills and knowledge in colon and rectal surgery. With its comprehensive coverage, step-by-step guidance, and visual aids, the book helps surgeons confidently perform these complex surgeries and achieve the best possible results for their patients.

Weight: 1542g
Dimension: 276 x 213 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781975176525
Edition number: 2 ed