Expanded by 30 per cent to explore the latest surgical approaches, techniques, equipment, and perspectives, this second edition leads surgeons through new applications in minimally invasive surgery, gynecology, urology, endoscopically-assisted plastic surgery, pediatric surgery, and video-assisted thoracoscopic procedures.

The 42 chapters of this text provide principles and applications for a full array of the procedures now carried out with laparaosocpy, including inguinal hernias, appendectormy, colorectal surgery, splenecomy, esophagectomy, and obesity surgery. Initial chapters provide detailed guidelines for the history of the procedure, patient selection and preparation, anesthesia, hand- assisted approach, suture and knot tying, and ultrasonography, among other topics. The second edition has been extensively revised to reflect new technologies and procedures such as gastric bypass, adjustable band, ventral hernia repair, robotic surgery and the use of videotrainers, simulators, virtual reality, and teleproctoring for training. The chapters are illustrated with b&w photos and drawings, and include a list of surgical tips and selected readings, making this a useful pre-clinic resource for surgical residents. All the contributors teach and practice in the US.
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Each chapter includes an abundance of practical guidelines and recommendations from seasoned professionals. Among the topics addressed are minimally invasive surgery, gynecology, urology, endoscopically-assisted plastic surgery, pediatric surgery, and video-assisted thoracoscopic procedures.