Surgical techniques Books

Book SynopsisDr. Moshe Schein has previously compiled two books of surgical aphorisms and quotations the first book Aphorisms & Quotations for the Surgeon, with its 1500 quotations, and the slimmer A Companion to Aphorisms & Quotations for the Surgeon. Since their publication, both books have become steady bestsellers. Surgeons use the books to decorate their lectures or manuscripts with relevant smart or entertaining entries; some like to quote from the books during teaching rounds or conferences; many simply enjoy them for their collective and eternal surgical wisdom and wit. Now, as Moshe is drifting towards retirement, here is the last in the trilogy of this international bestselling series The Little Book of Aphorisms & Quotations for the Surgeon. The quotes collected within this little book have been gathered since the publication of the last two books in the series. As before, these aphorisms and quotations are retrieved from multiple sources: journals, books, lectures and, more and more, gathered from surgical friends around the world. The decision to include any entry is based on personal taste. Some would question the wisdom or accuracy of individual entries; others may not get the humor or may object to political incorrectness.

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Book SynopsisThe struggle to perform well is universal, but nowhere is this drive to do better more important than in medicine. In his new book, Atul Gawande explores how doctors strive to close the gap between best intentions and best performance in the face of obstacles that sometimes seem insurmountable. His vivid stories take us to battlefield surgical tents in Iraq, to a polio outbreak in India and to malpractice courtrooms around the country. He discusses the ethical dilemmas of doctors' participation in lethal injections, examines the influence of money on modern medicine and recounts the astoundingly contentious history of hand-washing. Finally, he gives a brutally honest insight into life as a practising surgeon. Unflinching but compassionate, Gawande's investigation into medical professionals and their progression from good to great provides a detailed blueprint for success that can be used by everyone.Trade ReviewI found I had been gripping the book so hard that my fingers hurt ... it calls to mind one of the great classics of medical literature, Mikhail Bulgakov's A Country Doctor's Notebook. Few modern authors can stand that comparison, but Gawande can. * Sunday Times *A fascinating study. * Irish Tatler *This wise and often profound book should be an inspiration to doctors all over the world * Sunday Times *His book is riveting: packed with insights, its luminous prose lifting effortlessly off the page ... It is essential reading for doctors and should be handed out with the antibiotics to all users of the NHS. It has already been described as a modern masterpiece - and so it is. * Independent *It seems unfair that a surgeon should be able to write so beautifully ... Better is perfect bedside reading - although it might keep you awake - for doctors as well as patients ... All will learn something of value from this infinitely wise and humane surgeon * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisNow in its second edition, Dermatologic Surgery is an extensively illustrated, practical manual of cutaneous defect repair options. Each option is presented in a logical, consistent format supported by numerous diagrams and case photographs. One of the unique features of this book is the accompanying video demonstrations that invite practitioners and trainees into the operating room with a ‘bird’s-eye view’ of the key points of each operation.KEY FEATURES: Step-by-step instructions with clear diagrams and real case photographs Organised by anatomical region and repair type for easy access and review Over 100 video demonstrations of defect repairs NEW TO THIS EDITION: New chapter on key surgical risks and complications, including prevention and management New chapter on a multidisciplinary approach to the management of skin lesions Thoroughly reviewed and revised, with over 70 new defect repairs Written by international experts in the field of Mohs surgery and defect repairs, this manual will develop practitioners’ surgical skills and expand their knowledge of repair options to enable closure of more difficult defects. All surgeons and trainees who undertake cutaneous defect repairs and wish to extend their skills, including general practitioners with a special interest in skin cancer, will find Dermatologic Surgery 2e an excellent resource.Table of ContentsForewordPrefaceAbout the authorsAcknowledgementsVideo indexSECTION 1: NOSEChapter 1 Nasal TipChapter 2 Nasal AlaChapter 3 Nasal DorsumChapter 4 Nasal SidewallChapter 5 Nasal RootSECTION 2: FOREHEAD AND TEMPLEChapter 6 Central ForeheadChapter 7 Lateral ForeheadChapter 8 Eyebrow and SuprabrowChapter 9 TempleSECTION 3: PERIORALChapter 10 Lateral Upper Lip and Perialar RegionChapter 11 Central Upper LipChapter 12 Vermilion Upper LipChapter 13 Lateral Lower LipChapter 14 Central Lower LipChapter 15 Vermilion Lower LipChapter 16 ChinSECTION 4: CHEEKSChapter 17 Medial CheekChapter 18 Central CheekChapter 19 Preauricular AreaChapter 20 Mandibular AreaSECTION 5: EARSChapter 21 Upper-third of the Helical RimChapter 22 Middle-third of the Helical RimChapter 23 Conchal Bowl and External Auditory CanalChapter 24 Anterior EarChapter 25 Posterior EarChapter 26 Ear LobeSECTION 6: PERIOCULARChapter 27 Lateral CanthusChapter 28 Lower EyelidChapter 29 Medial CanthusChapter 30 Upper EyelidSECTION 7: SCALPChapter 31 ScalpSECTION 8: NECK AND MASTOIDChapter 32 NeckChapter 33 Mastoid AreaSECTION 9: TRUNK AND LIMBSChapter 34 Trunk and LimbsSECTION 10: COMPICATIONS AND THE MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACHChapter 35 Surgical Complications and their ManagementChapter 36 Multidisciplinary ApproachIndex

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Book SynopsisPart of the highly regarded Master Techniques in Orthopaedic Surgery® series, The Wrist, Fourth Edition, is a concise, lavishly illustrated reference covering the most advanced, successful surgical techniques for the wrist—all in step-by-step detail. Edited by Drs. Steven L. Moran and Marco Rizzo, both of Mayo Clinic, this fully revised edition presents the preferred techniques of surgical masters, illustrated with full-color, sequential, surgeon’s-eye view intraoperative photographs and videos, as well as superb drawings by noted medical illustrators. New contributing authors, new and rewritten chapters, and accompanying videos keep you fully up to date with recent changes in the field. Provides the up-to-date guidance you need to face the challenges of wrist surgery with confidence—helping you minimize error, improve outcomes and increase patient safety Features 28 ent

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewDoody's Core Titles® 2022 "This is an excellent reference that will be useful to surgeons and trainees in the evolving field of robotic surgery." ©Doody's Review Service, 2022, Carol Scott-Conner, MD, PhD, MBA (University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics)Table of ContentsSection I: General Issues in Robotic Surgery 1 Overview of Existing Robotic Platforms Laura Flores, Priscila Rodrigues Armijo, Salim Hosein, Dmitry Oleynikov 2 Teaching Robotic Surgery Vahagn C. Nikolian, Jake G. Prigoff , Dina Podolsky 3 Achieving Profi ciency: Mastering the Learning Curve Andrea Pakula Section II: Robotic Hernia Surgery 4 Clinical Anatomy and Physiology of the Abdominal Wall Luis A. Martin-Del-Campo 5 Preoperative Imaging in Hernia Surgery David J. Morrell, Eric M. Pauli 6 Perioperative Optimization of a Hernia Patient Samuel Torres-Landa, Sean B. Orenstein 7 Robotic Inguinal Hernia Repair with Mesh Allegra Saving 8 Robotic Inguinal Hernia Repair without Mesh Desmond Huynh, Shirin Towfi gh 9 Anatomy of the Groin and Robotic Neurectomies Ian T. MacQueen, Sean M. O'Neill, David C. Chen 10 Robotic Intraperitoneal Hernia Repair Hemasat Alkhatib, Ajita S. Prabhu 11 Robotic Transabdominal Preperitoneal (rTAPP) Ventral Hernia Repair Kelly Tunder, Emily Helmick, Conrad Ballecer 12 Robotic Transabdominal Retrorectus Repair Filip Muysoms 13 Robotic Totally Extraperitoneal Retrorectus Repair Igor Belyansky, Richard Lu 14 Robotic Transversus Abdominis Release (r-TAR) Procedure Dina Podolsky, Vahagn C. Nikolian, Yuri W. Novitsky 15 Robotic Anterior Component Separation Flavio Malcher, Leandro Totti Cavazzola, Eduardo Parra-Davila 16 Robotic Parastomal Hernia Repair Vedra Augenstein, Samuel Yelverton, William Charles Sherrill III Section III: Robotic Bariatric and Foregut Surgery 17 Robotic Gastrectomy Alexander S. Rosemurgy, Sharona B. Ross, Timothy J. Bourdeau, Iswanto Sucandy 18 Robotic Sleeve Gastrectomy Francesca Dimou, Cheguevara Afaneh 19 Robotic Gastric Bypass Abraham Krikhely 20 Robotic Hiatal Hernia Repair and Antirefl ux Surgery Colin Dunn, Aleeson Eka, Caitlin Houghton 21 Robotic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Mohanad R. Youssef, Eric Rachlin, Carlos A. Galvani 22 Robotic Heller Myotomy Marcia Alayon-Rosario, Alfredo M. Carbonell 23 Robotic Transhiatal Esophagectomy Sharona B. Ross, Andres Giovannetti, Iswanto Sucandy, Trenton Lippert, Alexander S. Rosemurgy Section IV: Intestinal and Colorectal Surgery 24 Robotic Right Colectomy Jerald D. Wishner 25 Robotic Left Hemicolectomy and Low-anterior Resection Sandeep S. Vijan Section V: Robotic Hepato-Biliary and Solid Organ Surgery 26 Robotic Multiport Cholecystectomy Clark Gerhart 27 Robotic Single-Site Cholecystectomy Anthony Gonzalez 28 Robotic Splenectomy Hany Takla 29 Robotic Hepatectomy Sarah Corn, Ali Ahmad 30 Robotic Distal Pancreatectomy Kazuki N. Sugahara, John A. Chabot 31 Robotic Whipple Procedure Jesse Sulzer, Dioneses Vrochides, John B. Martinie 32 Robotic Pylorus-preserving Pancreaticoduodenectomy and Cholecystectomy Sharona B. Ross, Alexander S. Rosemurgy, Jack Wecowski, Timothy J. Bourdeau, Iswanto Sucandy 33 Robotic Adrenalectomy - Transabdominal Approach Maureen M. Tedesco, Micaela M. Esquivel Index

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Book SynopsisThe Ilizarov device has revolutionized the treatment of non-healing fractures and the correction of deformities. This book supplies all the information required in order to use the Ilizarov and other external fixation devices optimally; it will serve as an indispensable manual for both trainee and experienced orthopedic surgeons. Biomechanical principles, preoperative preparation, and the use of a system of coordinates to allow safer insertion of K-wires and half pins are thoroughly discussed. External fixation of a variety of fractures in different pathologic settings is then clearly explained in a series of detailed chapters with the aid of high-quality illustrations. Numerous case reports are included to illustrate the results of different treatment methods. In addition, postoperative management and treatment of complications are described. Since the first edition the text has been thoroughly updated, with inclusion of contributions from leading world experts.Table of ContentsPart 1 General Aspects of External Fixation.- Part 2 Specific Aspects of External Fixation.- Part 3 Supplementary materials.

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Book SynopsisThis video atlas contains ten DVDs illustrating step by step laparoscopic procedures performed by reputed colorectal surgeons. Each DVD presents a different procedure, detailing patient position, port position and surgical steps. This collection of DVDs serves as a highly useful reference tool for colorectal surgeons.

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Book SynopsisMeeting the need for a practical, data-driven reference in this rapidly advancing field, Robotic General Surgery, edited by Drs. Yuman Fong, Alessio Pigazzi, Loretta Erhunmwunsee, Dina Podolsky, and Dana Dale Portenier, presents state-of-the-art content for surgeons at all levels of training and expertise. Section One covers the history, platforms, and the organization, operating room architecture, and training issues revolving around robotic surgery; Section Two contains more than two-dozen discipline-based chapters outlining common robotic procedures in general surgery.  Provides up-to-date discussions of current robotic platforms; imaging and display in robotic surgery, including contrast agents and augmented reality; the robotic team; emergencies in robotic surgery; and more  Contains well-illustrated, discipline-based coverage of hernia surgery, bariatric surgery, upper GI surgery, colorectal surgery, hepato-pancre

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Book SynopsisThe A-Z of Plastic Surgery is a comprehensive and easily digestible manual to plastic surgery. Written in an encyclopaedic format, the concise style aims to provide a rapid and structured summary of each topic and allows for each to be grasped quickly and succinctly in either a clinical or exam revision setting. The new edition has been fully revised and updated by a team of experienced plastic surgeons and successful FRCS (Plast) candidates, to provide a quick reference guide to learning topics and concepts in the field of plastic surgery.Particularly relevant to plastic surgery trainees, it will also be of value to the specialist as a reference text and to health professionals in allied specialties.

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Book SynopsisThis new edition of the Oxford Specialist Handbook of Urological Surgery has been fully updated to include new European guidelines, NICE clinical guidance, and technological developments such as robotic assisted surgery, new chapters on female urology, and acts as a portable and comprehensive guide for all urological trainees.Trade ReviewThis second edition offers a comprehensive, recipe-style approach for urologic surgeries. It is easy to read and reference, aided by diagrams and photographs.I think it deserves daily use by urologic surgeons in training as an excellent introduction to a wide array of currently performed surgeries. * Abhay Singh, M.D.(Thomas Jefferson University), Doody's Reviews *Review from previous edition ...an invaluable aid to operative urology. It is good value and deserves to be an essential training aid. * Urology News *...the authors have achieved their objectives and aims in publishing this book...recommended to all urology units. * British Journal of Hospital Medicine *Table of Contents1: General principles of urological surgery 2: Basic urological surgical skills and equipment 3: Bladder outlet obstruction and transurethral surgery 4: Surgery for urological cancer 5: Laparoscopic and robotic urological surgery 6: Stone disease 7: Surgery for upper tract obstruction and other ureteric surgery 8: Trauma to the genitourinary tract and other urological emergencies 9: Scrotal and penile surgery 10: Surgery for male factor infertility 11: Uroradiological and other interventions 12: Surgery for disorders of erectile function, ejaculation, and seminal vesicles 13: Management of the neuropathic bladder 14: Paediatric urology 15: Female urology and incontinence surgery 16: Medicolegal aspects of urology

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Book SynopsisFor its third edition, this handbook has been fully revised and rewritten for the renowned Oxford Medical Handbook series. Including comprehensive coverage of all common surgical specialties and operations, it fully integrates practical advice on pre-operative procedure, equipment, step-by step surgical procedures, common techniques, and tips and tricks from over thirty experienced specialist surgeons.With over three hundred detailed practical diagrams and images to assist your understanding and packed with step-by-step, concise, and clear expert advice, you can be confident that this handbook will be your essential guide to all aspects of operative surgery.Providing an overview of modern operative surgical practice the Oxford Handbook of Operative Surgery will enable all surgeons, whether they are just starting out or posessing many years'' experience, to prepare fully and be confident in observing, assisting or performing across the wide variety of surgical operations. Fully up to daTable of Contents1: General surgery 2: Upper gastrointestinal 3: Hepatopancreatobiliary 4: Coloproctology 5: Breast 6: Endocrine 7: Paediatrics 8: Vascular 9: Transplantation 10: Urology 11: Plastics 12: Cardiothoracic 13: Neurosurgery 14: ENT 15: Oral and MaxFax 16: Orthopaedics

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Book SynopsisFeatures comprehensive guidance on various aspects of childhood surgery, including congenital malformations, tumors, trauma, and urologic problems. This title helps you apply developments in fetal surgery, adolescent bariatric surgery, minimally invasive surgery in children, and tissue engineering for the repair of congenital anomalies.Trade Review"This remains a stalwart in pediatric surgery and will continue to be a valuable asset in libraries, public or personal, as a rich source of information on the surgical care of children."- Robert Arensman, MD (University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine) Doody Review ServicesTable of ContentsPart I . GENERAL 1 History of Pediatric Surgery: A Brief Overview 2 Molecular Clinical Genetics and Gene Therapy 3 Impact of Tissue Engineering in Pediatric Surgery 4 Advanced and Emerging Surgical Technologies and the Process of Innovation 5 Prenatal Diagnosis and Fetal Therapy 6 Neonatal Physiology and Metabolic Considerations 7 Respiratory Physiology and Care 8 Extracorporeal Life Support for Cardiopulmonary Failure 9 Neonatal Cardiovascular Physiology and Care 10 Sepsis and Related Considerations 11 Surgical Implications of Hematologic Disease 12 Nutritional Support in the Pediatric Surgical Patient 13 Pediatric Anesthesia 14 Clinical Outcomes Evaluation and Quality Improvement 15 Ethical Considerations 16 Patient- and Family-Centered Pediatric Surgical Care Part II . TRAUMA 17 Injury Prevention 18 Infants and Children as Accident Victims and Their Emergency Management 19 Thoracic Injuries 20 Abdominal Trauma 21 Genitourinary Tract Trauma 22 Musculoskeletal Trauma 23 Hand, Soft Tissue, and Envenomation Injuries 24 Central Nervous System Injuries 25 Vascular Injury 26 Burns 27 Child Abuse and Birth Injuries Part III . MAJOR TUMORS OF CHILDHOOD 28 Principles of Pediatric Oncology, Genetics of Cancer, and Radiation Therapy 29 Biopsy Techniques for Children with Cancer 30 Wilms' Tumor 31 Neuroblastoma 32 Nonmalignant Tumors of the Liver 33 Malignant Liver Tumors 34 Pediatric Gastrointestinal Tumors 35 Diagnosis and Treatment of Rhabdomyosarcoma 36 Other Soft Tissue Tumors 37 Teratomas and Other Germ Cell Tumors 38 Hodgkin Lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma 39 Ovarian Tumors 40 Testicular Tumors 41 Adrenal Tumors 42 Tumors of the Lung and Chest Wall 43 Bone Tumors 44 Brain Tumors Part IV . TRANSPLANTATION 45 Principles of Transplantation 46 Renal Transplantation 47 Pancreas and Islet Cell Transplantation 48 Liver Transplantation 49 Pediatric Intestinal Transplantation 50 Heart Transplantation 51 Pediatric Lung Transplantation 52 Surgical Implications Associated with Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplantation Part V . HEAD AND NECK 53 Craniofacial Anomalies 54 Understanding and Caring for Children with Cleft Lip and Palate 55 Otolaryngologic Disorders 56 Salivary Glands 57 Lymph Node Disorders 58 Childhood Diseases of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands 59 Neck Cysts and Sinuses 60 Torticollis VOLUME TWO Part VI . THORAX 61 Disorders of the Breast 62 Congenital Chest Wall Deformities 63 Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia and Eventration 64 Cysts of the Lungs and Mediastinum 65 Lesions of the Larynx, Trachea, and Upper Airway 66 Infections and Diseases of the Lungs, Pleura, and Mediastinum 67 Esophagoscopy and Diagnostic Techniques 68 Esophageal Rupture and Perforation 69 Congenital Anomalies of the Esophagus 70 Caustic Strictures of the Esophagus 71 Esophageal Replacement 72 Disorders of Esophageal Function 73 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Part VII . ABDOMEN 74 Disorders of the Umbilicus 75 Congenital Defects of the Abdominal Wall 76 Inguinal Hernias and Hydroceles 77 Undescended Testis, Torsion, and Varicocele 78 Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis 79 Peptic Ulcer and Other Conditions of the Stomach 80 Bariatric Surgery in Adolescents 81 Duodenal Atresia and Stenosis-Annular Pancreas 82 Jejunoileal Atresia and Stenosis 83 Meconium Ileus 84 Meckel Diverticulum 85 Intussusception 86 Disorders of Intestinal Rotation and Fixation 87 Other Causes of Intestinal Obstruction 88 Short Bowel Syndrome 89 Gastrointestinal Bleeding 90 Alimentary Tract Duplications 91 Mesenteric and Omental Cysts 92 Ascites 93 Polypoid Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract 94 Necrotizing Enterocolitis 95 Crohn's Disease 96 Ulcerative Colitis 97 Primary Peritonitis 98 Stomas of the Small and Large Intestine 99 Atresia, Stenosis, and Other Obstructions of the Colon 100 Appendicitis 101 Hirschsprung Disease 102 Intestinal Dysganglionosis and Other Disorders of Intestinal Motility 103 Anorectal Malformations 104 Other Disorders of the Anus and Rectum, Anorectal Function 105 The Jaundiced Infant: Biliary Atresia 106 Choledochal Cyst 107 Gallbladder Disease and Hepatic Infections 108 Portal Hypertension 109 The Pancreas 110 The Spleen Part VIII . GENITOURINARY DISORDERS 111 Renal Agenesis, Dysplasia, and Cystic Disease 112 Renal Fusions and Ectopia 113 Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction 114 Renal Infection, Abscess, Vesicoureteral Reflux, Urinary Lithiasis, and Renal Vein Thrombosis 115 Ureteral Duplication and Ureteroceles 116 Disorders of Bladder Function 117 Reconstruction of the Bladder and Bladder Outlet 118 Incontinent and Continent Urinary Diversion 119 Megaureter and Prune-Belly Syndrome 120 Bladder and Cloacal Exstrophy 121 Hypospadias 122 Abnormalities of the Urethra, Penis, and Scrotum 123 Disorders of Sexual Development 124 Abnormalities of the Female Genital Tract Part IX . SPECIAL AREAS 125 Vascular Anomalies 126 Pediatric Arterial Diseases 127 Congenital Heart Disease and Anomalies of the Great Vessels 128 Management of Neural Tube Defects, Hydrocephalus, Refractory Epilepsy, and Central Nervous System Infections 129 Major Congenital Orthopedic Deformities 130 Congenital Defects of the Skin and Hands 131 Conjoined Twins

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsUNIT ONE: INSTRUMENT PREPARATION FOR SURGERY 1. Care and Handling of Surgical Instruments 2. Sterilization Container Systems UNIT TWO: GENERAL SURGERY 3. Operating Room Suite/Basic Laparotomy 4. Abdominal Self-Retaining Retractors 5. Small Laparotomy Set 6. Minor Laparoscopic Set 7. Laparoscopy 8. Laparoscopic Adult MIS Set/Instrumentation 9. Laser Laparoscope 10. Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy 11. Laparoscopic Bowel Resection 12. Bowel Resection 13. Sigmoidoscopy 14. Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery 15. The da Vinci® Surgical System 16. Breast Biopsy/Lumpectomy 17. Mastectomy UNIT THREE: FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SURGERY 18. Dilatation and Curettage of the Uterus (D and C) 19. Hysteroscopy 20. Vaginal Laser NEW! 21. Abdominal Hysterectomy 22. Supracervical Laparoscopic Hysterectomy 23. Vaginal Hysterectomy 24. Laparoscopic Tubal Occulusion UNIT FOUR: GENITOURINARY SURGERY 25. Cystoscopy 26. Urethroscopy NEW! 27. Ureteroscopy NEW! 28. Nephrectomy 29. Laparoscopic Nephrectomy NEW! 30. Pubovaginal Sling/Anterior Repair NEW! 31. Prostatectomy 32. Laparoscopic Prostatectomy NEW! 33. Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) 34. Vasectomy 35. Penile Prosthesis NEW! UNIT FIVE: ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY 36. Basic Orthopedic Surgery 37. Power Saws and Drills, Battery Powered 38. Small Joint Arthroscope Set 39. Arthroscopic Carpal Tunnel Instruments 40. Small/Minor Joint Replacement 41. Total Ankle Prosthesis 42. Arthroscopy of the Knee/Shoulder 43. Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with Patellar Tendon Bone Graft Instruments 44. Total Knee Replacement 45. Shoulder Surgery Instruments 46. Hip Fracture 47. Hip Retractors 48. Total Hip Replacement 49. Total Hip Instruments (Zimmer-VerSys) 50. Spinal Fusion with Rodding 51. Long Bone Rodding for Fracture Fixation 52. ASIF Universal Femoral Distractor Set 53. Synthes Retrograde/Antegrade Femoral Nail 54. Synthes Unreamed Tibial Nail Insertion and Locking Instruments 55. External Fixation of Fractures 56. ASIF Pelvic Instrument Set 57. Universal Screwdriver/Broken Screw Set NEW! UNIT SIX: EYE, EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT SURGERY 58. Basic Eye Set 59. Clear Corneal Set 60. Corneal Transplant 61. Deep Lamellar Endothelial Keratoplasty (DLEK) 62. Glaucoma 63. Eye Muscle Surgery 64. Retinal Detachment 65. Vitrectomy 66 Oculoplastic Instrument Set 67. Eye Enucleation 68. Basic Ear Set 69. Tympanoplasty 70. Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy (T & A) 71. Transoral Surgery NEW! 72. Tracheotomy 73. Septoplasty (SMR) and Rhinoplasty 74. Nasal Polyp Instruments 75. Nasal Fracture Reduction 76 . Sinus Surgery UNIT SEVEN: ORAL, MAXILLARY, AND FACIAL SURGERY 77. Facial Fracture Set 78. Orthognathic Surgery 79. Titanium 2.0-mm Micro-Fixation System UNIT EIGHT: PLASTIC SURGERY 80. Minor Plastic Set 81. Micro Plastic Set NEW! 82. Plastic Miscellaneous NEW! 83. Skin Graft UNIT NINE: PERIPHERAL VASCULAR, CARDIOVASCULAR, AND THORACIC SURGERY 84. Endarterectomy 85 Artery Bypass Graft 86. Endovascular Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair 87. Abdominal Vascular Set (Open Procedure) 88. Thoracoscopy 89. Thoracic Instruments 90. Cardiac Surgery 91. Open Heart Micro Instruments 92. Sternal Saws and Sternum Knife 93. Open Heart Extras 94. Cardiovascular Instruments 95. Open Heart Valve Extras 96. Return Open Heart Set 97. Vein Retrieval Instruments NEW! 98. Radial Artery Harvest Set UNIT ELEVEN: NEUROSURGERY 99. Craniotomy 100. Neurologic Bone Pan Instruments 101. Neurologic Retractors 102. Medtronic Midas Rex Electric Drill 103. Rhoton Neurologic Microinstrument Set 104. Ultrasonic Handpieces 105. Neurologic Shunt Instruments 106. MINOP Neuroendoscopy Set 107. ICP Monitoring Tray 108. Yasargil Aneurysm Clips with Appliers 109. Synthes Low-Profile Cranial Plating Set 110. Laminectomy 111. Williams Laminectomy Microretractors 112. Minimally Invasive Spine NEW! 113. Anterior Cervical Fusion 114. ASIF Anterior Cervical Locking Plating Instruments

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This is an excellent review of all current instrumented approaches to the lumbar spine that use interbody cages." -Nauman Chaudhry, MD (University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine) for Doody's Review ServiceTable of ContentsSection 1: Lumbar Interbody Fusions - A Primer General Indications and Contraindications, 1 Complications and Avoidance in Lumbar Interbody Fusions, 13 Section 2: Anatomy and Intraoperative Imaging for Lumbar Interbody Fusion Relevant Surgical Anatomy of the Dorsal Lumbar Spine, 19 Relevant Surgical Anatomy of the Lateral and Anterior Lumbar Spine, 27 Intraoperative Image-Guided Navigation for Lumbar Interbody Fusion, 37 Section 3: Techniques, Pearls, and Complication Avoidance in Lumbar Interbody Fusions Mini-open Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF), 43 Posterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (PLIF), 51 Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF), 59 Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (MITLIF), 63 Minimally Invasive Midline Lumbar Fusion (MIDLIF), 77 Lateral Transpsoas Approach to Interbody Fusion, 87 Pre-psoas (Oblique) Lateral Interbody Fusion, 99 Pre-psoas (Oblique) Lateral Interbody Fusion at L5-S1, 111 Interlaminar Lumbar Instrumented Fusions (ILIF), 121 Endoscopic Lumbar Interbody Fusion, 129 Section 4: Adjunct Instrumentation in Lumbar Interbody Fusion Interbody Implant Options in Interbody Fusion, 139 Biologic Options in Interbody Fusion, 145 Integrated Screw/Plate Interbody Fusion Devices, 151 vii Spinous Process Plates for Lumbar Fixation, 159 Instrumentation for Stability After Lumbar Interbody Fusion, 169 Section 5: Special Considerations Revision Interbody Fusion, 181 Interbody Fusion Strategies in Thoracic and Sacral Overlap Diseases, 189 Evidence-Based Report on Interbody Fusions of the Lumbar Spine, 201

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSECTION 1: Surgical Techniques 1 Scleral Buckle Surgery 2 Vitrectomy Surgery 3 23-Gauge Vitrectomy Surgery 4 25-Gauge Vitrectomy Surgery 5 27-Gauge Vitrectomy 6 Epiretinal Membrane Surgery 7 Intravitreous Injections 8 Pneumatic Retinopexy 9 Air-Fluid Exchange 10 Drainage of Choroidal Hemorrhage, Detachment,or Effusions 11 Surgical Vitreous Implants 12 Vitreous Biopsy for Endophthalmitis, Uveitis, or Cytology 13 Artificial Retina/Retinal Prosthesis Surgery SECTION 2: Disease-Based Surgery 14 Macular Hole Surgery 15 Surgery for Recurrent, Persistent, or Large Macular Holes 16 Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy and Vitreous Hemorrhage 17 Surgical Management of Open-Globe Injuries 18 Surgery for Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy 19 Surgery for Submacular Hemorrhage 20 Laser Surgery for Retinopathy of Prematurity 21 Scleral Buckle Surgery for Retinal Detachment Associated With Neonatal Retinopathy of Prematurity 22 Vitrectomy Surgery for Retinopathy of Prematurity 23 Surgical Biopsy Techniques for Intraocular Tumors 24 Management of Dislocated Intraocular Lenses or Aphakia by Scleral or Iris Fixation Techniques 25 Surgery for Intraocular Tumors SECTION 3: Technology: Present and Future 26 Vitrectomy Technology and Techniques 27 Vitrectomy Instrumentation: Scissors, Forceps, Picks 28 Vitrectomy Visualization Systems and Techniques 29 Robotic Surgery SECTION 4: Investigational Surgery and Techniques 30 Subretinal Gene Therapy Delivery 31 AU-011 for Choroidal Melanoma 32 The Intersection of Retina and Glaucoma Index

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsChapter 1. Management Principles Chapter 2. Anaesthetic Management Chapter 3. Instrumentation and OR Set Up Chapter 4. Sagittal Synostosis Chapter 5. Metopic Synostosis Chapter 6. Coronal Synostosis Chapter 7. Lambdoid Synostosis Chapter 8. Bi-coronal Non-Syndromic Synostosis Chapter 9. Bi-coronal Syndromic Synostosis Chapter 10. Sagittal-Metopic Synostosis Chapter 11. Coronal-Metopic Synostosis Chapter 12. Sagittal-Lambdoid Synostosis Chapter 13. Bi-Lambdoid Synostosis Chapter 14. Cranial Orthosis Chapter 15. Cranial Anthropometry Chapter 16. Neuropsychologic Outcomes Chapter 17. Complication Avoidance and Management

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsDraft format and toc 1.The History of the CT Scan: How Computer-Assisted Tomography Changed the Landscape of Surgical Planning. We will review the advent of the CT scan, the evolution of CT technology, the different types of CT, and how the advances in technology led to the ability to model and plan surgeries. 2. DiY Stereolithography and 3D Printing The reader will learn about the history of stereolithography (3D models), the indications for stereolithography (when to use it), and given a "how to do it yourself" course enabling them to make their own 3D printed models in preparation of surgery (video). 3. Virtual Surgical Planning in Orthognathic Surgery: A Practical Workflow The reader will be given practical steps on how to plan for an orthognathic case, starting with a CT scan, appropriate models, and planning goals. 4. Virtual Surgical Planning in Head and Neck Reconstruction: A Practical Workflow The reader will be given practical steps on how to plan for a head and neck oncologic case, starting with a CT scan, appropriate models, and planning goals. 5. Virtual Surgical Planning in Cranial Surgery and Craniosynostosis: A Practical Workflow The reader will be given practical steps on how to plan for a cranial surgery (skull) case, starting with a CT scan, appropriate models, and planning goals. 6. ABC in Surgical Navigation The reader will learn the techniques of using navigation and computer-assisted guidance in the operating room with informative videos from illustrative cases. 7. Virtual Reality in Craniofacial Surgery The reader will get a primer on the use of virtual reality and augmented reality in surgical planning and in the operating room. 8. Robots in Craniofacial Surgery The reader will be given a futuristic view of the use of robots in craniofacial surgical cases

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Book SynopsisThis is a practical guide to using lasers in the Eye clinic and includes all commonly performed Lasers for a range of ocular conditions. It uses multiple illustrations of real-life fundus photographs, FFA images, OCT images and digitally modified retinal images to simplify learning the fundamentals of laser physics and physiology, laser safety and an overview of the variety of ophthalmic lasers in current use. It standardizes Laser procedures and serves as a reference guide for Ophthalmic trainees learning the technique that can be transferred to their clinical practice. The book simplifies understanding of Ophthalmic Lasers and answers common questions of how and why things are done.Key Features Emphasizes on Nd-YAG Laser, Lasers in Glaucoma and Photothermal Lasers for Retinal Pathology, with clarity on techniques and pearls on dealing with common laser related issues that come with experience. Provides content in a Q&A format which is ideal as a lesson from trainTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Trainee Feedback. About the Author. Glossary. Introduction. Basic Principles of Laser. YAG Laser. Lasers in Glaucoma. Photothermal Lasers. Approach to Retinal Vascular Disease. Acknowledgement of Images Borrowed. Index.

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Book SynopsisMaxillary sinus elevation, followed by placement of a wide variety of grafting materials, has been the generally accepted surgical protocol for the development of bone in the sinus cavity.Table of ContentsContributors vii Acknowledgments ix Introduction xi Chapter 1 Anatomy and Physiology of the Maxillary Sinus 1Harold A. DeHaven, Jr. Chapter 2 The Applications and Limitations of Conventional Radiographic Imaging Techniques 9Hua-Hong Chien and Curtis S.K. Chen Chapter 3 The Applications and Limitations of Advanced (3-Dimensional) Radiographic Imaging Techniques 31Chih-Jaan Tai, Dimitris N. Tatakis, and Hua-Hong Chien Chapter 4 Conventional Instruments Preparation and Preclinical Training of the Lateral Window Technique 57Daniel W.K. Kao Chapter 5 Clinical Procedures of the Lateral Window Technique 67Daniel W.K. Kao Chapter 6 Avoiding and Managing Complications for the Lateral Window Technique 79Paul A. Levi and Eduardo Marcuschamer Chapter 7 Advanced Techniques of the Lateral Window Technique 105Daniel W.K. Kao and Mana K. Nejadi Chapter 8 Basic Instruments and Materials of the Transalveolar Approach: Osteotome Technique 113Daniel W.K. Kao and Elana E. Walker Chapter 9 Clinical Procedures of the Transalveolar Osteotome Approach 117Daniel W.K. Kao Chapter 10 Postoperation Management of the Transalveolar Osteotome Approach 127Gail G. Childers Chapter 11 Advanced Techniques of the Transalveolar Approach 135Daniel W.K. Kao Chapter 12 Decision Tree for Maxillary Sinus Elevation Options 149David Minjoon Kim and Daniel Kuan-te Ho Chapter 13 Choices of Bone Graft Materials 157David Minjoon Kim and Daniel Kuan-te Ho Chapter 14 Review of Dental Implant Success and Survival Rates 165Wai S. Cheung Index 179

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Book SynopsisA practical surgical manual providing a step-by-step guide to basic microsurgical techniques for the reconstruction of small vessels, nerves, and vas deferens. This also includes access to videos demonstrating core microsurgical techniques. Incorporating 40 years of experience gained by the teachers of the microvascular course at Northwick Park, the techniques described in this manual have trained generations of surgeons. Fully illustrated and with a clear, succinct text, this manual will enable the reader to master basic skills quickly and confidently. Microsurgery is not difficult, provided it is taught properly: There is no magic formula, but it must be learnt slowly, patiently and step by step. This valuable resource will be useful for surgeons in training and in practice and for research workers who are increasingly using microsurgical techniques in their experiments. Table of Contents1: Equipment 2: Instruments 3: Stitch Formation 4. Microsurgical Training Models 5. Animal Model 6. Factors Affecting Anastomatic Success 7. End to End Arterial Anastomosis 8. End to Side Anastomosis 9. Interpositional Vein Graft 10. Vessels Under 1mm 11. Anastomosis with Single Clamps 12. Continuous Suturing Techniques 13. End to Side Continuous Suturing 14. Peripheral Nerve Repair 15. Rat Vasovasostomy 16. Rat Epididymovasostomy 17. Clinical Practice

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Book SynopsisPass the Surgical Technology Certification (CST) exam with ease! Featuring more than 1,700 Q&As and summaries of important points for each chapter, this valuable resource provides the most complete review available for the surgical technology certification (CST) exam. The book is divided into six core sections to facilitate more effective studying and review.     LANGE Q&A Surgical Technology Examination, Eighth Edition includes detailed answer explanations and covers all major areas of the surgical technology curriculum. This is an essential resource for students preparing for the certification exam as well as surgical technologists looking for the latest information on specific procedures such as orthopedics, plastic surgery, and emergency procedures. 1,700+ exam-style questions with detailed answer explanations prepare you for what you will actually see on the exam Organized into six core sections for tTable of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgmentsIntroduction 1. Medical Terminology2. Microbiology3. Pharmacology and Anesthesia4. Blood Values5. Aseptic Technique6. Sterilization and Disinfection7. Operating Room Environment8. Transportation and Positioning9. Counts10. Specimens11. Medical, Ethical, and Legal Responsibilities12. Diagnostic Procedures13. Consents14. Skin Preparation and Draping15. Instruments16. Sutures, Stapling Devices, and Drains17. Wound Healing and Dressings18. General Surgery19. Obstetrics and Gynecology20. Ophthalmology21. Otorhinolaryngology22. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery23. Genitourinary24. Thoracic25. Cardiac26. Vascular27. Neurosurgery28. Orthopedics29. Pediatrics30. Biomedical Science (Electricity, Hemostasis, Lasers, and Computers)31. Occupational Hazards/Fire Safety32. Endoscopy, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and Robotics Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisPart I: Visions and Overviews.- Future Directions in Robotic Surgery.- Military Robotic Combat Casualty Extraction and Care.- Telemedicine for the Battlefield: Present and Future Technologies.- Overcoming Barriers to Wider Adoption of Mobile Telerobotic Surgery: Engineering, Clinical and Business Challenges.- Part II: Systems.- Accurate Positioning for Intervention on the Beating Heart using a Crawling Robot.- Miniature In Vivo Robots for NOTES.- A Compact, Simple, and Robust Teleoperated Robotic Surgery System.- Raven - Optimization of a Surgical Robot and Experiments in Telesurgery.- The da Vinci Surgical System.- RIO: Robotic-Arm Interactive Orthopedic System MAKOplasty User Interactive Haptic Orthopedic Robotics.- Robotic Surgery: Enabling Technology. Enabling Medical Robotics for the Next Generation of Minimally Invasive Procedures: Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery with Single Port Access.- Wireless Intraocular Microrobots: Opportunities and Challenges.- Single and Multiple RobTrade ReviewFrom the reviews:“This book is great collection and well arranged. … the study results within this book is very useful for clinical surgeon. … every surgical department in any hospital should got this book.” (Amazon.com, May, 2011)Table of ContentsPart I: Visions and Overviews.- Future Directions in Robotic Surgery.- Military Robotic Combat Casualty Extraction and Care.- Telemedicine for the Battlefield: Present and Future Technologies.- Overcoming Barriers to Wider Adoption of Mobile Telerobotic Surgery: Engineering, Clinical and Business Challenges.- Part II: Systems.- Accurate Positioning for Intervention on the Beating Heart using a Crawling Robot.- Miniature In Vivo Robots for NOTES.- A Compact, Simple, and Robust Teleoperated Robotic Surgery System.- Raven - Optimization of a Surgical Robot and Experiments in Telesurgery.- The da Vinci Surgical System.- RIO: Robotic-Arm Interactive Orthopedic System MAKOplasty – User Interactive Haptic Orthopedic Robotics.- Robotic Surgery: Enabling Technology. Enabling Medical Robotics for the Next Generation of Minimally Invasive Procedures: Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery with Single Port Access.- Wireless Intraocular Microrobots: Opportunities and Challenges.- Single and Multiple Robotic Capsules for Endoluminal Diagnosis and Surgery.- Visual Guidance of an Active Handheld Microsurgical Tool.- Swimming Micro Robots for Medical Applications.- Flagellated Bacterial Nanorobots for Medical Interventions in the Human Body.- Part III: Engineering Developments.- Force Feedback and Sensory Substitution for Robot-Assisted Surgery.- Tactile Feedback in Surgical Robotics.- Robotic Techniques for Minimally Invasive Tumor Localization.- Motion Prediction and 3D Tracking of the Beating Heart.-Towards the Development of a Robotic System for Beating Heart Surgery.- Robotic Needle Steering: Design, Modeling, Planning, and Image Guidance.- Macro and Micro Soft-tissue Biomechanics and Tissue Damage.- Objective Assessment of Surgical Skills.- Part IV: Clinical Applications / Overviews.- Telesurgery – Translation Technology to Clinical Practice.- History of Robots in Orthopedics.- Robotic-Assisted Urologic Applications.- Applications of Surgical Robotics in Cardiac Surgery.- Robotics in Neurosurgery.- Applications of Surgical Robotics in Pediatric Surgery.

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Book SynopsisA key addition to the Master Techniques Series , this second volume of Master Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery focuses on the procedures used in Thyroid, Parathyroid, Salivary Glands, Paranasal Sinuses and NaspoharynxWith contributions from the world’s leading experts, this book is a true “how-to” guide to the common and advanced procedures in the major subspecialties of Otolaryngologic Surgery. Step-by-step instructions and over 250 full-color intraoperative photographs and line drawings makes this guide an excellent quick reference for Head and Neck specialists and General Otolaryngologists alike. FEATURES: Each procedure follows the series format and scope for clear step-by-step instruction to each technique Written by experts in the field from around the world Covers both common and advanced procedures Over 250 full-color photographs and drawings Companion website with full-t

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Book SynopsisDon’t miss this latest edition of the “go to” reference for surgeons at every stage of training.Mastery of Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgery, 4e,now a “classic” in the canon of surgical literature, offers extensive coverage of minimally invasive procedures in every area of surgery. Edited and written by the acknowledged masters in the field, this edition provides clear, concise step-by-step details on all procedures, along with Advances in NOTES procedures and valuable author commentary. Features--Hone your surgical skills through expert coverage of endoscopic approaches to diseases and disorders of each major organ system.--Stay on top of the latest advances with 11 all-new chapters and updated and revised chapters throughout.--Enhance your visual understanding with vibrant full color illustrations that clarify key points and procedures.--Improve your understanding of important applications for esophagealTrade Review‘This is an excellent text that is both concise and inclusive.’‘a valuable asset for the preparation of a variety of cases’‘The strength of the text is the stepwise approach to each condition’‘This is an excellent text that I would recommend to most senior residents and certainly to all fellows in minimally-invasive surgery’Weighted Numerical Score: 90 - 4 Stars!-Doodys Publishers' Club, Friday, April 4, 2014

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Book SynopsisNow part of the Master Techniques in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery series, Skull Base Surgery is the new go-to guide on common and advanced procedures in skull base surgery. Step-by-step expert instruction is offered on more than 45 procedures, covering both open and minimally invasive approaches to the skull base. It is a vital resource for students, generalist surgeons, and skull base specialists in otolaryngology and neurosurgery.Key Features: Authored by world-renowned experts and pioneers in open and endoscopic skull base approaches Chapters cover: introduction to each approach; history; physical examination; indications; contraindications; preoperative planning; surgical technique; postoperative management; complications; results; pearls and pitfalls; instruments to have available; and suggested readings Sections cover: sphenoid and parasellar regions; anterior cranial fossa; middle cranial fossa; posterior cranial fossa; and reconstruction Topics include: optic nerve decompression; endonasal approach to the sella; endoscopic endonasal approach to the medial cavernous sinus; endonasal transorbital approaches; cranialization of the frontal sinus; frontal sinus osteoplastic flap with and without obliteration; and anterior craniofacial resection More than 1,500 color photos and drawings of intraoperative images fully demonstrate the content Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, offering iOS, Android, Mac, and PC access to: Complete content with enhanced navigation A powerful search tool that pulls results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues Six step-by-step videos that outline the procedures covered in each chapter Quick-reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use Trade Reviewcomprehensive book on different approaches to surgery along the anterior , middle , and posterior skull basespecial attention to step-by-step instructions , preoperative planning , and postoperative managementpresent all phases of skull base surgery through instruction by internationally known expertspresented in a quick and efficient mannereasy reference for surgeons preparing for individual casesextremely worthwhile book for otolaryngologists and neurosurgeonsprint material, videos , and website resources provide a comprehensive approach to a complex subject-Doodys Publishers' Club, March 20, 2014

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Book SynopsisTake your surgical skills to the next level with Vascular Surgery: Hybrid, Venous, Dialysis Access, Thoracic Outlet, and Lower Extremity Procedures , a volume in the Master Techniques in Surgery Series! This clinical reference provides the richly illustrated guidance you need to perfect a full range of hybrid, venous, dialysis access, thoracic outlet, and lower extremity techniques in vascular surgery, avoid and manage complications, and achieve optimal outcomes.Key Features See exactly how to perform every essential procedure , whether endovascular, open, or combined, thanks to a wealth of exquisite, step-by-step illustrations. Gain insights from international authorities , gleaning each expert’s preferred techniques in rich detail. Efficiently review background, indications and contraindications, preoperative planning, surgical techniques, postoperative management, and results and complicatiTrade Review'a benchmark guide for the safe and effective performance of vascular procedures '' editors of this book are highly qualified , and have recruited highly qualified contributors ''a concise , well-illustrated atlas for trainees and practicing surgeons '-Doodys Publishers' Club, Friday, July 18, 2014

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Book SynopsisTake your surgical skills to the next level with Vascular Surgery: Arterial Procedures , a volume in the Master Techniques in Surgery Series! This clinical reference provides the richly illustrated guidance you need to perfect a full range of arterial techniques in vascular surgery, avoid and manage complications, and achieve optimal outcomes.Key Features See exactly how to perform every essential arterial procedure , whether endovascular, open, or combined, thanks to a wealth of exquisite, step-by-step illustrations. Gain insights from international authorities , gleaning each expert’s preferred techniques in rich detail. Efficiently review background, indications and contraindications, preoperative planning, surgical techniques, postoperative management, and results and complications for each procedure, as well as selected references for further reading. Don’t miss Vascul

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Book SynopsisPart I: Introduction.- History and Evolution of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Philosophy and Biology of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Economics of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Part II: Enabling Technologies for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Microscopes and Endoscopes.- Intraoperative Neurophysiology Monitoring.- Image Guidance.- Robotic Assisted Spine Surgery.- Fusion Biologics.- Lasers.- Part III: Surgical Techniques: Minimally Invasive Posterior Decompression.- Posterior Cervical Decompression.- Thoracic Decompression.- Lumbar Decompression Using a Tubular Retractor System.- Part IV: Surgical Techniques: Fusion.- Minimally Invasive Posterior Cervical Fusion.- Percutaneous Pedicle Screws.- Minimally Invasive Facet Screw Fixation.- Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion.- Mini-Open Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion.- Minimally Disruptive Lateral Transpsoas Approach for Thoracolumbar Anterior Interbody Fusion.- Presacral Approaches for MinimallyTrade Review"This is one of the best books on MISS, Minimally invasive Spinal Surgery. ... I highly recommend this book to orthopaedic, neurological, and trauma surgeons. It is a great value as an atlas of MISS with numerous line drawings and color anatomical figures and depictions." (Joseph J. Grenier, Amazon.com, June, 2015)Table of ContentsPart I: Introduction.- History and Evolution of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Philosophy and Biology of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Economics of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Part II: Enabling Technologies for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.- Microscopes and Endoscopes.- Intraoperative Neurophysiology Monitoring.- Image Guidance.- Robotic Assisted Spine Surgery.- Fusion Biologics.- Lasers.- Part III: Surgical Techniques: Minimally Invasive Posterior Decompression.- Posterior Cervical Decompression.- Thoracic Decompression.- Lumbar Decompression Using a Tubular Retractor System.- Part IV: Surgical Techniques: Fusion.- Minimally Invasive Posterior Cervical Fusion.- Percutaneous Pedicle Screws.- Minimally Invasive Facet Screw Fixation.- Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion.- Mini-Open Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion.- Minimally Disruptive Lateral Transpsoas Approach for Thoracolumbar Anterior Interbody Fusion.- Presacral Approaches for Minimally Invasive Spinal Fusion.- Mini-Open Lateral Thoracic Fusion.- Thoracoscopic Fusion.- The Painful Sacroiliac Iliac Joint.- Part V: Disease-Specific Approaches.- Cervical Herniated Nucleus Pulposus and Stenosis.- Thoracic Herniated Nucleus Pulposus.- Lumbar Herniated Nucleus Pulposus.- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis.- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery in Lumbar Spondylolisthesis.- Adolescent Scoliosis.- Adult Scoliosis.- Anterior Column Realignment (ACR): Minimally Invasive Surgery for the Treatment of Adult Sagittal Plane Deformity.- Thoracolumbar Spine Trauma.- Minimally Invasive Surgery for Spinal Tumors.- Pathological Fractures.- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery in the Elderly.- Minimally Invasive Applications of Motion.- Part VI: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgical Complications.- Choice of Minimally Invasive Approaches: A Review of Unique Risks and Complications.- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Complications with Implant Placement and Fixation.- Neural and Dural Injury.- Pseudarthrosis. >

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Book SynopsisDesigned to provide all the information needed by residents during spine surgery rotations, this long-awaited second edition is your go-to source of essential information on every key aspect of spine surgery. Written by established and upcoming leaders and pioneers in the field, this single-volume resource can easily be read cover to cover during a rotation or used for quick reference before a patient workup or operation. Thoroughly revised and updated, it not only provides the high-yield information you must know, but also gives you a practical understanding of treatment options for a wide variety of spinal problems.Key Features: Brings you up to date with the latest information and innovative techniques in spine surgery, from world leaders in the field. Provides succinct, yet complete information on the wide variety of spinal conditions as well as the critical elements of examination, evaluation, and general knowledge. Features ample illustrations, aTrade Review' concise yet complete, making quick reference easy''the entire spectrum of adult spine surgery is concisely yet completely covered in this book''A superb job of putting together a concise review of the literature on important spine surgery topics .'' extremely useful for spine surgeons of all levels to learn new techniques and stay current .'-Doodys Publishers' Club, September 23, 2016

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Book SynopsisSecond in a new four-volume series, Operative Techniques in Gynecologic Surgery: Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility provides superbly illustrated, authoritative guidance on operative techniques along with a thorough understanding of how to select the best procedure, how to avoid complications, and what outcomes to expect. Easy to follow, up to date, and highly visual, this step-by-step reference covers the most common operations in gynecology and is ideal for residents and physicians in daily practice.Key Features: Succinct text, bulleted points, and quick-reference tables allow you to review information quickly and understand best practices and potential problems for each procedure. Hundreds of full-color intraoperative photographs and illustrations, as well as numerous high-quality videos, capture procedures step by step and help you immediately apply your knowledge. Each clinical problem is discussed in the same templated format: gene

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Book SynopsisThis book provides new research in breast reconstruction surgery. Chapter One discusses the reconstruction of the nipple-areolar complex. Chapter Two examines the effect of post-mastectomy radiotherapy on the outcome of implant-based immediate breast reconstruction with or without a cellular collagen matrix. Chapter Three presents tips for safe maneuvering of deep inferior epigastric perforator (DIEP) flaps, as well as the implementation status of 3D imaging technology and its utility with regard to breast reconstruction using DIEP flaps. Chapter Four examines what to do after a free flap failure for breast reconstruction. Chapter Five highlights risk factors leading to higher rates of complications, early signs of complications, ways to monitor postoperative patients, and a systematic approach to treatment for breast reconstruction. Chapter Six reviews how to manage complications in free flap breast reconstruction. The last chapter studies patient satisfaction following autologous or heterologous breast reconstruction.

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Book SynopsisThe prevalence of obesity is increasing day-by-day and is the epidemic of the 21st century. In a recent analysis by WHO, it was found that 1.9 billion people aged 18 years or more were overweight, out of which 600 million were obese. The world obesity population has doubled over the last two decades. Obesity is associated with many diseases. Some of them are diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, asthma, degenerative bone disease, obstructive sleep apnea, which cause debilitating problems in the obese and add to the cost of health care. Increased body mass index (BMI), abdominal fat and weight gain are important risk factors associated with the development of type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). About 90% of people with T2DM are obese. Bariatric surgery is now a well-established procedure for treating morbid obesity and its associated comorbidities. Sleeve gastrectomy is becoming the most popular procedure to date owing to its technical simplicity and less malnutrition. This book reviews surgical techniques, clinical outcomes and potential complications of sleeve gastrectomy.

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Book SynopsisIn this compilation, the authors begin with a focus on the indications for surgery in hepatocarcinoma and how to perform a liver resection. Long-term outcomes and different theories on the causes of recurrence after resection are also discussed.Most patients with hepatocarcinoma have underlying chronic liver disease and are thus at high risk for development of postoperative complications, which can sometimes be fatal. The authors propose that we may be able to prolong the overall survival of patients by using laparoscopic liver resection as a powerful local therapy, which can be applied repeatedly with minimal deterioration of liver function.Bronchoscopy has become an important procedure for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes, particularly in the context of lung cancer. As such, the medical and surgical advances in bronchoscopy are described herein.Post-operative pancreatic fistula is one of the most dreaded complications in any pancreatic operation given its associated morbidity and mortality. This collection examines how the amylase-rich fluid can cause inflammation, become infected, or cause serious bleeding from neighboring vasculature.The authors go on to discuss cystic fibrosis, the most common life-threatening autosomal recessive disorder affecting Caucasians. The indications of endoscopic sinus surgery in cystic fibrosis patients are discussed, drawing from personal experience in the diagnosis and treatment of cystic fibrosis-related sinus disorders.Following this, the origins of functional sinus surgery as it relates to the evolution of functional endoscopic sinus surgery and minimally invasive sinus technique are discussed. The rationale for our departure from Messerklingers functional concepts is also analyzed.Additionally, endoscopic sinus surgery complications should be distinguished in minor and major based on the treatment they need and the permanent sequelae they can cause. Over the years, the incidence of complications in endoscopic surgery has gone from 8% for the major and 21% for the minor to a percentage of 0 -1.5% and 1.1 - 20.8%, respectively.Sphenoid sinus is very close to important and vulnerable structures of the skull base and therefore a delayed diagnosis and treatment can be lethal. Thus, the authors provide a review of classification of transsphenoidal skull base approaches and show the main transnasal corridors to the sphenoid sinus based on the anatomical sphenoidal target and extension of pathology.Lastly, a synopsis of the pathophysiology of post-craniotomy temporomandibular dysfunction and a practical approach to its evaluation and treatment is provided. Several surgical procedures can be used to perform craniotomy, such as the classical pterional, pre-temporal and other fronto-temporal approaches. However, they are all based on the dissection of the temporal muscle, which can lead to a variety of negative side effects.

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Book SynopsisA point-of-care guide for internal medicine trainees. When students and residents begin a new rotation in internal medicine, they often start from scratch, relying on their own research to prepare for consultations. What questions are crucial during history taking? What should the physical examination and investigations focus on? What should the consultation write-up include? Now, physician learners can turn to Vancouver Notes for Internal Medicine for guidance on conducting consultations in each of the core internal medicine subspecialties. Vancouver Notes provides learners with an organized approach to common presentations in internal medicine. For each subspecialty, it lays out the process for identifying key information and communicating findings and management recommendations to a patient’s health-care team. Developed through the efforts of more than 90 resident physicians and faculty members at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver Notes combines valuable clinical pearls in a single, accessible resource to give students and residents the tools they need to succeed from day one.

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Book SynopsisCancer surgery of the mouth and throat can involve major incision wounds, tracheotomy, or necessitate the breaking of bones. Recognizing the benefits and success of robotic surgery in other areas of medicine, the authors present its use in head and neck surgery, resulting in less surgery, less deformity, and faster rehabilitation. In this new book, the authors describe the preoperative aspects of Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS), including patient evaluation, instrumentation and set-up, moving on to diagnostic endoscopic and surgical techniques for tonsillectomy, laryngectomy, tongue base and glottic resection, and speech and swallowing considerations. They conclude with an examination of the potential for TORS in skull-base surgery, its future application and, importantly, telesurgery via the Internet. A pioneering book for a pioneering surgical technique in head and neck surgical technique and management, this should be on the shelf of every otolaryngology-head and neck surgeon. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=DTp7Mv9hkbITable of Contents1. From the Robotics Lab to the Bedside Gregory S. Weinstein, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. and Jason A. Diaz 2. Preoperative Evaluation Gregory S. Weinstein, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., and Harry Quon 3. Instrumentation and Supplies Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. and Gregory S. Weinstein 4. Patient positioning and Room Setup Utilizing the da Vinci Robotic System- A Surgeon's Perspective Gregory S. Weinstein, W. Abuzeid, K. Khan, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. 5. The Critical Role of the Operating Room Nursing Team Joseph W. Readinger, Samantha Davis, and Laura Kelchner 6. The Critical Roles of the Bedside Surgical Assistant: Optimizing Patient Safety and Achieving Hemostasis Neil G. Hockstein, Gregory S. Weinstein, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. 7. Transoral Anatomy in the Context of TORS Niels Kokot, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., Gregory S. Weinstein 8. Radical Tonsillectomy Gregory S. Weinstein, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., and Harry Quon 9. Tongue Base Resection Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., Gregory S. Weinstein, W. Abuzaid, K. Khan, and Harry Quon 10. Supraglottic Partial Laryngectomy Gregory S. Weinstein, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., W. Abuzaid, K. Khan, and Harry Quon 11. TORS for Parapharyngeal Space Tumors Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., Gregory S. Weinstein, Fernando D. Leonhardt, and Harry Quon 12. Tongue Base Reduction (TBR) and SupraGlottoPlasty (SGP) for Obstructive Sleep Apnea Claudio Vicini, Filippo Montevecchi, Giulia Tenti, Pietro Canzi, Iacopo Dallan and Erica Thaler 13. Glottic Procedures Bert W. O'Malley, Jr., Gregory S. Weinstein, W. Abuzaid, K. Khan, Harry Quon 14. Skull base TORS, Robotic Cranial Base Surgery and TORS Nasopharyngeal Resection Brad C. Lega, John Y.K. Lee, Jason G. Newman, M. Sean Grady, Gregory S. Weinstein, Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. 15. Postoperative Management: Optimizing Postsurgical Clinical Outcomes Bert W. O'Malley Jr., Gregory S. Weinstein, Ray Blanco, Dev Basu, and Shannon Murray 16. Special Considerations for Radiation Therapy Following TORS - Part 1 - Background and Rationale Harry Quon, Gregory S. Weinstein, and Bert W. O'Malley, Jr 17. Special Considerations for Radiation Therapy Following TORS - Part 2 - Current Treatment Approaches Harry Quon, Gregory S. Weinstein and Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. 18. Speech and Swallowing Rehabilitation following TORS Patricia K. Dooley and Lauren M. Campe 19. Surgical TeleMentoring: A Future Paradigm Shift in Surgical Education Bert W. O'Malley, Jr. and Gregory S. Weinstein

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Book SynopsisWith worldwide contributions from experts in the field of parathyroid disease and surgery, Parathyroid Surgery: Fundamental and Advanced Concepts is the only text devoted specifically to the surgical management of parathyroid disease. Chapters include detailed discussions of preoperative diagnosis and testing, advanced imaging techniques and state-of-the-art surgical interventions, and incorporate thorough and judicious reviews of the current medical literature. Postoperative management strategies are also addressed to ensure physicians can safely optimize patient outcomes. As a resource that includes all of the most critical, new topics in parathyroid surgery, this book will appeal to both surgical and nonsurgical professionals, including general otolaryngologists, general surgeons, endocrine surgeons, head and neck surgeons, surgical oncologists, and endocrinologists.Trade Review"It starts with historical perspectives, anatomy, physiology, and biochemistry before progressing to diagnosis and medical and surgical management. The discussions of pathophysiology and imaging are excellent, detailed, and presented in a way that is easy to understand. This is the most comprehensive book on parathyroid disease that I have seen. This is a phenomenal resource on parathyroid disease. It achieves the difficult goal of being an appropriate reference for medical students through experienced providers and makes complex subjects accessible while maintaining important detail." --Philip M Spanheimer, MD (University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics), Doody's Review Service (July 2014)Table of ContentsForeword Preface Contributors Chapter 1. History of Parathyroid Surgery Janice L. Pasieka and Jon A. van Heerden Chapter 2. Physiology of Calcium Regulation Tracy S. Wang and Julie Ann Sosa Chapter 3. Dysfunction and Pathology of Calcium Axis Bethany A. Jackson, Anthony L. Mulloy, and Rene J. Harper Chapter 4. Diagnostic and Laboratory Evaluation of Hyperparathyroidism Julianna Barsony Chapter 5. Nonsurgical Therapy of Primary Hyperparathyroidism Angela L. Carrelli and Shonni J. Silverberg Chapter 6. Primary Hyperparathyroidism: Eligibility for Surgery Justin P. Wagner and Michael W. Yeh Chapter 7. Ultrasound of the Parathyroid Glands Lisa A. Orloff and Ryan P. Goepfert Chapter 8. Scintigraphic Evaluation of Parathyroid Adenomas: Techniques, Protocols, and Interpretation Twyla B. Bartel, Tracy L. Yarbrough, and Brendan C. Stack, Jr. Chapter 9. Adjunctive Imaging Modalities: MRI, CT, and 4D-CT Steven E. Rodgers, Thinh H. Vu, Robert Preston Ray, Beth S. Edeiken-Monroe, and Nancy D. Perrier Chapter 10. Conventional Parathyroid Surgery: Bilateral Exploration Adrian M. Harvey and Janice L. Pasieka Chapter 11. Minimally Invasive Video-Assisted Parathyroidectomy (MIVAP) Paolo Miccoli and Michele N. Minuto Chapter 12. Radioguided Parathyroidectomy Rebecca S. Sippel and Herbert Chen Chapter 13. Minimally Invasive Parathyroidectomy: North American Modifications William S. Duke and David J. Terris Chapter 14. Robotic Parathyroidectomy Naciye Cigdem Arslan, Neil S. Tolley, and Eren Berber Chapter 15. The Role of Intraoperative Parathyroid Hormone Assessment in Parathyroid Surgery Phillip K. Pellitteri and Richard A. Hodin Chapter 16. Renal Hyperparathyroidism Cord Sturgeon and Peter Angelos Chapter 17. MEN-Associated Hyperparathyroidism Peter Stanton and Mark Sywak Chapter 18. Post-Parathyroidectomy Management Michael C. Singer and David L. Steward Chapter 19. Prevention and Management of Complications Maisie L. Shindo and Kresimira Milas Chapter 20. Management of Refractory Disease Jennifer L. Mariti and Gregory W. Randolph Chapter 21. Parathyroid Carcinoma Jonathan R. George and Gary L. Clayman Chapter 22. The Future of Parathyroid Surgery Wen T. Shen and Orlo H. Clark Index

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Book Synopsis"Image-Guided Surgery: Fundamentals and Clinical Applications in Otolaryngology" covers fundamental concepts associated with image-guided surgery in order to educate practicing surgeons, as well as provide an introductory text to engineering students and junior engineering faculty.Image-guided surgery (IGS) is the term used for any surgical procedure where the surgeon employs tracked surgical instruments in conjunction with preoperative or intraoperative images in order to indirectly guide the procedure. It is part of the wider field of computer-assisted surgery. In the field of otolaryngology, IGS is primarily used by rhinologists during sinus and skull base surgery, as it helps to avoid damage to the brain and nervous system. In addition, it is used in cochlear implantation surgery, as well as cranial base surgery. Image-guided surgery has become the standard of care in many surgical fields. Unfortunately, surgeons' understanding of the technology is often inadequate to appreciate the strengths of using the technology.Key Features:*Blends the expertise of both an otolaryngologist and an engineer*History, fundamentals and clinical applications"Image-Guided Surgery: Fundamentals and Clinical Applications in Otolaryngology" ranges from fundamentals to clinical applications and critique of the current state of the art technology. This will allow a wide range of individuals to find utility in the content, from beginners to advanced users.

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Book SynopsisIn the last two decades, spine instrumentation and surgery have undergone many improvements. The second edition benefits from contributions by renowned orthopaedic surgeons and neurosurgeons who helped create and refine the systems described in the book, and devoted their careers to educating next generations of spine surgeons. Advancements in instrumentation - plates, cages, rods, screws, disc replacements, spacers, and fusion devices - have led to improved outcomes for patients. The spinal device field has grown exponentially, and surgeons are faced with an increasingly diverse choice of instrumentation options. While the first edition categorized available systems, the new edition is focused on helping clinicians avoid complications and quickly recognize and manage complications when they do occur. Key Features A concise yet comprehensive reference that educates clinicians on the causes, recognition, and avoidance of instrumentation complications Organized by anatomical region and condition, the visualization of relevant anatomical landmarks is discussed in context with safe use of spinal instrumentation Now four-color, with more than 230 new and original illustrations Easy-to-digest text helps translate classroom knowledge into clinical application This up-to-date book will help orthopaedic surgeons and neurosurgeons learn how to utilize spinal devices more efficaciously and safely. The text is also an excellent reference for radiologists, spine fellows and residents, and physician extenders who are interested in attaining knowledge and experience in spinal instrumentation.Table of ContentsCranial 1 Complications of Occipital Instrumentation 2 Vascular Complications of Posterior Cervical Procedures 3 Complications of C1 Lateral Mass Screw Fixation 4 Complications of C2 Pedicle and Pars Screw Placement 5 Complications of C1–C2 Transarticular Screws 6 Complications of C1–C2 Wiring 7 Complications of C2 Translaminar Screw Placement 8 Complications of Subaxial Lateral Mass Screw Fixation 9 Pedicle Screw Fixation in the Subaxial Cervical Spine: Indications, Contraindications, and Complications 10 Complications Related to Selected Instrumented Fusion Levels for Subaxial Fusions 11 Complications of Laminoplasty 12 Complications Related to Cervicothoracic Instrumentation 13 Anterior C1–C2 Fusion Instrumentation Complications 14 Complications of Odontoid Fracture Treatment 15 Complications of Static Anterior Cervical Plates 16 Complications of Tranlational Anterior Cervical Plates 17 Ectopic Ossification following Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion or Disc Replacement 18 Failure of Anterior Cervical, Low-Profile, Stand-Alone Screw–Plate Devices 19 Complications of Buttress Plating Multilevel Anterior Cervical Corpectomies 20 Complications of Cervical Arthroplasty Thoracolumbar 21 Lumbar Pedicle Screw Complications 22 Junctional Breakdown in Pedicle Screw Constructs 23 Hook Complications in the Thoracic and Lumbar Spine 24 Sublaminar Wiring Complications 25 Complications of Percutaneous Vertebral Cement Augmentation 26 Complications of Vertebral Body Implants Introduced through the Posterolateral Approach 27 Complications of Vertebral Body Replacement Cages 28 Complications of Anterior Thoracic Instrumentation Systems 29 Interspinous Spinous Process Fusion Plate Complications 30 Complications of Cortical Screw Fixation 31 Complications of Posterior Screw Fixation in Spine Surgery 32 Interspinous Spacer Complications 33 Complications of Presacral-Approach–Based Fusion Devices 34 Complications of Posterior and Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion 35 Complications of Open Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion 36 Complications of Instrumentation in Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion 37 Complications of Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Fixation 38 Complications of Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion Cages 39 Complications of Lateral Lumbar Fusion Plates 40 Complications of Lateral Lumbar Arthroplasty Devices 41 Complications of Lumbar Interbody Fusion with Femoral Ring Allograft 42 Complications of Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion with Polyether Ether Ketone Spacers 43 Complications of Stand-Alone Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion 44 Complications of Anterior Lumbar Disc Replacement 45 Complications of Iliac Screw Fixation 46 Complications of Sacral Alar Iliac Screw Technique 47 Complications of Sacropelvic Reconstruction for Tumor 48 Complications of Instrumentation in Cervical Spondyloarthropathy 49 Thoracolumbar Osteoporosis 50 Complications of Thoracolumbar Instrumentation in Patients with Spondyloarthropathies 51 Infection 52 Instrumentation Complications following Spinal Tumor Surgery 53 Cervical Kyphosis 54 Instrumentation Complications Occurring from Thoracic Hyperkyphosis 55 Flatback 56 Lumbar High-Grade Spondylolisthesis 57 Complications Related to Spinal Instrumentation and Surgical Approaches 58 Complications of Osteobiologics in Spine Surgery 59 Removal and Revision of Broken Thoracolumbar Screws 60 How to Remove/Revise Thoracolumbar Interbody Devices (TLIF Cages/ALIF Cages)

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Book SynopsisTissue is frequently damaged or lost in injury and disease. There has been an increasing interest in stem cell applications and tissue engineering approaches in surgical practice to deal with damaged or lost tissue. Tissue engineering is an exciting strategy being explored to deal with damaged or lost tissue. It is the science of generating tissue using molecular and cellular techniques, combined with material engineering principles, to replace tissue. This could be in the form of cells with or without matrices. Although there have been developments in almost all surgical disciplines, the greatest advances are being made in orthopaedics, especially in cartilage repair. This is due to many factors including the familiarity with bone marrow derived mesenchymal stem cells and cartilage being a relatively simpler tissue to engineer. Unfortunately significant hurdles remain to be overcome in many areas before tissue engineering becomes more routinely used in clinical practice.

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Book SynopsisThis is the illustrated official field manual used by US Army doctors and soldiers in the field. It offers profession, proven advice on dealing with infections, head injuries, fractures, burns, and more. For active-duty soldiers, first-responders, and anyone who might find themselves in a survival situation, it is a remarkable resource.Military surgeons must assume a leadership role in combat casualty care in circumstances that are far less than ideal. This handbook provides much of the information needed to tackle these issues and features state-of-the-art principles and practices of forward trauma surgery as used by military physicians in far flung locations around the globe. Subjects include: Hemorrhage Control Shock and Resuscitation Vascular Access Anesthesia Face and Neck Injuries Thoracic Injuries Wounds and Injuries of the Spinal Column and Cord Amputations Radiological Injuries Biological Warfare Agents Chemical Injuries And much more! Featuring nearly 200 illustrations demonstrating proper techniques, Emergency War Surgery is the most trusted and up-to-date manual offered by the Department of Defense for military medical personnel in the field.

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Book SynopsisSilicone prosthesis-based breast augmentation has shown year-on-year increases in popularity in both the USA and UK, but as surgical and implant technologies improve, adverse capsular contracture (ACC) has become a key determinant of outcome. ACC is the term given to the abnormal soft tissue reaction to a foreign body leading to constrictive fibrosis. Constrictive fibrosis refers to the poorly understood phenomenon by which the capsule that normally envelops an implant shrinks in size. The formation of a capsule around any foreign material entering the body is a normal response of the organism, which is not normally pathological in nature. This book discusses this adverse capsule and its role in breast augmentation.

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