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Illustrates the complete range of new techniques in laser operative laparoscopy and hysteroscopic surgery
Contains a section devoted to complications in laparoscopy covering identification, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention
Includes coverage of minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of carcinomas
Covers laser physics and operational aspects of instrumentation
Provides guidelines for laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery with over 850 illustrations, most of them in color
Highlights the emerging fields of pelvic reconstructive surgery and geriatric gynecology
Updates and expands upon coverage of established techniques that have continued to evolve
Since its introduction in the 1980s, the use of endoscopic surgery in gynecology has grown tremendously, its equipment improved, and methods refined. Today it is clear that the future of gynecologic surgery lies in the realm of minimally invasive techniques.
An Atlas of Operative Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy, Second Edition is not just a how-to-do-the-surgery book, but also a guide to the pathogenesis, pathophysiology, and epidemiology of the urogynecological area. Thoroughly updated to reflect advances in methods and technology, the book covers established techniques such as laparoscopic tubal anastomosis, endometrial ablation, and ovarian surgery, to cite just a few. It pays special attention to emerging procedures and technologies, including the use of robotics and the treatment of carcinoma. Of particular importance is the section on complications, which shows you how to recognize and avoid potential pitfalls.
With more than 850 illustrations, most in full color, An Atlas of Operative Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy, Second Edition is informative and thorough. As a reference, as a text, and as a surgical manual, it provides the grounding in current and emerging surgical techniques you need to stay at the top of your field.