Surgical techniques Books

Book SynopsisThis new edition has been fully updated to provide general surgeons with the latest advances in the field. Beginning with an overview of the general principles of surgical procedures each of the following sections discusses surgery in a different system of the body, from head and neck, to breast and thorax, to pancreas, spleen, and vascular surgery. The book covers both conventional and laparoscopic techniques, providing step by step guidance. The second edition of this comprehensive manual includes a number of new topics: liver and portal venous systems, day case surgery, parathyroid and adrenal surgery, bariatric surgery, and neurosurgery. The chapter on the management of rectal cancer and colorectal surgery has been completely revised and rewritten. The text is enhanced by nearly 700 clinical images and diagrams. The previous edition (9788184481952) published in 2008. Key Points Fully revised, new edition covering latest advances in field of general surgery Discusses both conventional and laparoscopic procedures Second edition includes several new topics Previous edition (9788184481952) published in 2008 Table of Contents Section 1 General Principles Section 2 Head And Neck Section 3 The Breast Section 4 The Thorax Section 5 The Esophagus Section 6 The Abdomen: General Section 7 The Stomach And Duodenum Section 8 Hepatobiliary Section 9 Pancreas Section 10 Spleen Section 11 Small Bowel Section 12 Appendix Section 13 Large Bowel Section 14 Anal And Perianal Section 15 Hernias Section 16 Genitourinary Section 17 Adrenals Section 18 Vascular Surgery Section 19 Miscellaneous Index

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Book SynopsisThe fourth volume of Recent Advances in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery is a collaboration between two leading Otolaryngologists from the US and Switzerland, with contributions from numerous experts in the field. The book is designed to meet the needs of the busy practicing clinician, detailing the latest developments in the field of Otolaryngology. This volume consists of nineteen chapters, covering all the subspecialties of Otolaryngology, including current surgical techniques, diagnostic tests, imaging technology, and prosthetics. Chapters on new techniques covered in this volume include Facial Transplantation, Minimally Invasive Therapy for the Aging Face, Advances in Craniofacial Surgery, Surgical Rehabilitation of the Paralyzed Face, Cochlear Implantation for Single Sided Deafness and Robotic Surgery in Head and Neck Cancer. Due to its rapid publication cycle, the content is current, topical, and immediately relevant to the clinician. The latest volume of Recent Advances in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeryis an invaluable resource for training otolaryngologists, ENT consultants and research scientists. Key Points New volume presenting latest developments in head and neck surgery Edited by recognised ENT specialists from the US and Switzerland Clear colour artwork conveys new concepts and surgical approaches Previous volume published in April 2014 Table of Contents Face Transplantation Minimally Invasive Therapy for the Aging Face Advances in Craniofacial Surgery Microtia Repair Internal Valve Surgery Contemorary Management of Bells Palsy Advances Facial Nerve Testing In and Out of the Operating Room Surgical Rehabilitation of the Paralyzed Face Management of the Troublesome Mastoid Cavity Cochlear Implantation for Single Sided Deafness Advances in Ossicular Reconstruction Contemporary Management of Thyroid Cancer Robotic Surgery in Head and Neck Cancer Objective diagnostic tools in Rhinology Update in allergic aspects in ORL Role of Topical Sinonasal Irrigation in Sinus Disease Treatment of Inverted Pailloma Chronic Cough: What's New? Advances in Sepsis

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Book SynopsisSataloff’s Comprehensive Textbook of Otolaryngology (Six Volume Set) is a multi-volume textbook covering basic and clinical science across the entire field of otolaryngology. Volumes in the set include; otology, neurotology and skull-based surgery; rhinology, allergy and immunology; facial plastic and reconstructive surgery; laryngology; head and neck surgery; and paediatric otolaryngology. The full set is enhanced by over 5000 full colour images and illustrations, spanning nearly 6000 pages, complete with a comprehensive index on DVD. Edited by Robert T Sataloff from Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, each volume includes contributions from internationally recognised experts in otolaryngology, ensuring authoritative content throughout. Sataloff’s Comprehensive Textbook of Otolaryngology (Six Volume Set) is an indispensable, in-depth guide to the field for all otolaryngology practitioners. Key Points Six-volume set covering the entire field of otolaryngology Volumes include otology/neurotology, rhinology, plastic surgery, laryngology, head and neck surgery, and paediatric otolaryngology Over 5000 full colour images and illustrations across six volumes Edited by Robert T Sataloff, with contributions from internationally recognised otolaryngology experts Table of ContentsVolume I - Otology/Neurotology/Skull Base Surgery Anatomy and Physiology of the Auditory System Evaluation of Auditory Function Middle Ear Mechanics in Normal Hearing, Diseased Ears, and in Hearing Reconstruction Anatomy and Physiology of the Vestibular System Evaluation of Vestibular Function Anatomy and Physiology of the Eustachian Tube Radiology of the Temporal Bone Diseases of the External Ear Neoplasms of the Temporal Bone Non-Squamous Cell Carcinoma Tumors of the Temporal Bone Cholesteatoma Tympanic Membrane Perforation and Tympanoplasty Complications of Temporal Bone Infection Otosclerosis Tumors of the Middle Ear Sensorineural Hearing Loss Presbyacusis Occupational Hearing Loss Ototoxicity Tinnitus Meniere's Disease Temporal Bone Trauma Vestibular Schwannoma Meningioma and Other Non-Vestibular Schwannoma Tumors of the CPA Jugular Bulb in Ear Diseases Encephalocele and CSF Leak Presbystasis and Balance in the Elderly Inner Ear Dehiscence Peripheral Vertigo Central Vertigo Aural Rehabilitation and Hearing Aids Implantable Middle Ear and Bone Conduction Devices Cochlear Implantation Auditory Brainstem Implants Inner Ear Therapy/Drug Delivery Systems Anatomy and Physiology of the Facial Nerve Facial Nerve Testing Facial Nerve Paralysis Facial Nerve Tumors Facial Nerve Rehabilitation Volume II - Rhinology/Allergy & Immunology Section 1. History of Rhinology History of Rhinology – From Ancient Times to the 21st Century Section 2. Embryology, Anatomy and Physiology Evolution of the Human Nasal Respiratory Tract: Nose and Paranasal Sinuses Embryology and Development of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses Anatomy of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses Nasal Physiology Section 3. Evaluation of The Nose And Paranasal Sinuses Clinical Evaluation of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses Rhinometry and Acoustic Rhinometry Clinical Evaluation and Treatment of Smell and Taste Disorders Diagnostic Imaging in Rhinology Measuring Quality of Life and Outcomes in Rhinology Practice Management, Coding and Career Pathways in Rhinology Section 4. Allergy Epidemiology and Pathophysiology of Allergic Rhinitis Evaluation and Diagnostic Testing of Allergic Rhinitis Treatment of Allergic Rhinitis Allergy, Reactive Airway Disease and Rhinosinusitis: The Unified Airway Section 5. Disorders of the Nose Granulomatous and Inflammatory Diseases of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses Fibro-osseous Lesions Benign Neoplasms of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses The Nose and Sleep Disorders Sinonasal Effects of Drugs and Toxins Epistaxis Headache and Facial Pain Section 6. Rhinosinusitis: Etiology, Pathophysiology And Medical Therapy Classification and Diagnosis of Rhinosinusitis The Pathogenesis of Rhinosinusitis Genetic Basis of Rhinosinusitis Immunologic Aspects of Rhinosinusitis Acute Rhinosinusitis Bacteria in Rhinosinusitis: Infection, Biofilms and Super Antigens Nasal Polyposis Fungus in Paranasal Sinus Disease Osteitis Odontogenic Sinusitis Reflux and Sinusitis Complications of Rhinologic Disorders Antibiotic Therapy in Rhinosinusitis Anti-inflammatory Therapy in Rhinosinusitis Section 7. Anesthesia Complementary Therapy and Integrative Medicine in Sinonasal Disease Refractory Chronic Rhinosinusitis Section 8. Functional Surgery of the Nasal Airway Local Anesthesia General Anesthesia Surgery of the Nasal Septum Section 9. Surgery for Inflammatory Sinusitis Surgical Management of the Nasal Turbinates Functional Rhinoplasty Office-Based Rhinologic Procedures Endoscopic Sinus Surgery for Chronic Rhinosinusitis: Historical Evolution, Indications and Outcomes Training for Sinonasal Surgery: Past, Present and Future Innovations in Optics and Instrumentation Surgical Radiology and Image Guidance Primary Endoscopic Sinus Surgery for Chronic Rhinosinusitis Revision Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Endoscopic Surgery of the Frontal Sinus Minimally Invasive Sinus Surgery and Balloon Sinuplasty Open Approaches to the Paranasal Sinuses for Inflammatory Sinusitis Section 10. Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery Odontogenic Disease and Oral-Antral Fistula Complications of Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Endoscopic Surgery of the Sella and Suprasellar Region Endoscopic Surgery of the Anterior Skull Base Pterygopalatine and Infratemporal Fossae Endoscopic Surgery of the Clivus, Craniocervical Junction and Posterior Fossa Section 11. Endoscopic Surgery Of The Orbit Endosocpic Surgery of the Cavernous Sinus and Petrous Apex Management of Skull Base Defects: Cerebrospinal Fluid Rhinorrhea, Meningoencephalocele and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery Section 12. The Future of Rhinology: The Next Frontiers Orbital Decompression Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) The Future of Rhinology: The Next Frontiers Volume III - Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Skin Anatomy & Physiology Wound Healing Soft Tissue Instruments and Sutures Physiology of Skin Grafts and Local Flaps Principles and Techniques of Scar Management Keloids and Hypertrophic Scars Stem Cells and Dermal Matrices in Facial Plastic Surgery Lasers in Facial Plastic Surgery Photographic Standards in Facial Plastic Surgery Aesthetic Facial Analysis Ethnic Nuances in Facial Plastic Surgery Anesthesia for the Facial Plastic Surgery Patient Brow Lift Cosmetic Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty and Lateral Canthoplasty Repair of Eyelid Ptosis Aesthetic Surgery of the Midface Goals, Techniques and Nuances of Rhytidectomy Art and Craft of Otoplasty Facial Contouring with Implants Lipocontouring Soft Tissue Fillers and Neuromodulators Lip Aesthetics and Enhancement Skin Resurfacing and Chemical Peels Ablative and Non- Ablative Skin Rejuvenation Hair Restoration for the Otolaryngologist Aesthetic Analysis of the Rhinoplasty Patient Nasal Anatomy Principles of Rhinoplasty Modification of the Bony Nasal Vault Modification of the Middle Nasal Vault Surgery of the Nasal Tip Revision Rhinoplasty Management of the Twisted Nose Nasal Valve Reconstruction Cleft Lip Rhinoplasty Prevention and Management of Complications in Rhinoplasty Nasal Septal Perforations Diagnosis of Cutaneous Lesions Local Management of Cutaneous Malignancies Skin Grafts and Local Flaps in Facial Plastic Surgery Nasal Reconstruction Reconstruction of Large Cheek Defects Reconstruction of the Auricle Forehead Reconstruction Reconstruction of Periorbital Defects Lip Reconstruction Tissue Expanders in the Head and Neck Principles of Orthognathic Surgery Congenital Anomalies of the Ear Management of Chronic Facial Nerve Paralysiss Management of Acute Facial Soft Tissue Injuries Principles and Practice of Craniofacial Bone Healing Diagnosis And Management Of Frontal And Periorbital Facial Bone Fractures Maxillary and Mandibular Fractures Pediatric Facial Trauma Volume IV – Laryngology Section 1. Anatomy and Physiology Evolution of the Human Voice and Speech: Key Components in the Story of our Uniqueness The History of Laryngology Gross Anatomy of the Larynx Microanatomy of the Vocal Folds Biomechanics, Fundamentals of Vibration, Flow Acoustics of Voice Whisper Nervous System, Proprioreception and Reflexes Genetics and Voice Section 2. Evaluation of the Voice and Larynx Multidisciplinary Evaluation and Voice Lab The Voice History Wellness, Health and Voice The Head and Neck Evaluation of a Vocalist Subjective Assessment of the Voice Objective Voice Assessment Quality of Life Evaluation Visualizing the Larynx Stroboscopy and High Speed Video Examination of the Larynx Radiographic Assessment of the Larynx Laryngeal Electromyography Image Storage and Retrieval: The Present and the Future Section 3. General Principles of Treatment Principles of Voice Therapy Treating the Singing Voice Medical Therapy, Medications and the Voice Complementary and Alternative Medicines and Voice Assessing Outcomes of Voice Treatment Perioperative Management for Phonomicrosurgery Anesthesiology and Clinical Airway Management: A Brief Introduction for Laryngologists Phonomicrosurgery Set-Up and Istrumentation Principles of Phonomicrosurgery Laser Physics and Principles Voice Rest Care of the Professional Vocalist Section 4. Voice Disorders Etiology, Incidence and Prevalence of Laryngeal Disorders Dynamical Disorders of Voice Functional Dysphonia Posture and Muscle Tension Neurologic Disorders of the Voice Spasmodic Dysphonia The Surgical Management of Spasmodic Dysphonia Environment and Allergies Acute Laryngitis Chronic Laryngitis Autoimmune Disorders of the Larynx Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Dysphagia, Esophageal Disorders Cough Pulmonary Disorders and Voice Diagnosis and Treatment of Pediatric Voice Disorders The Aging Voice Menstrual Effects on Voice Laryngeal Trauma Section 5. Benign Lesions and Masses of the Larynx Nomenclature of Laryngeal Masses Nodules and Polyps: Assessment and Treatment Laryngeal Cysts Laryngeal Granulomas Vocal Fold Scar Reinke’s Edema, Polypoid Corditis Laryngoceles and Saccular Cysts Laryngeal Papillomatosis Benign Tumors of the Larynx Section 6. Vocal Fold Paralysis/Paresis Principals, Timing of Treatment - Unilateral Classification of Laryngoplasty Vocal Fold Injection Medialization Laryngoplasty and Arytenoid Rotation Reinnervation Surgery for Bilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis Reinnervation for Bilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis Section 7. Airway Obstruction, Stensois Laryngotracheal Stenosis—Definitions and Pathogenesis Tracheostomy Managing Glottic Stenosis Subglottic Stenosis Tracheal Stenosis Section 8. Pre-Malignant and Early Laryngeal Cancers Leukoplakia Premalignant and Early Malignant Lesions Classification of Transoral Laser Microsurgery Section 9. Office Laryngeal Surgery Set up and Safety in the Office Procedures Anesthesia for Office-Based Laryngology Excisions of Laryngeal Masses Office Laser Surgery Office Based Esophagology Section 10. Voice Practice and New Innovations New and Emerging Technology Developing a Voice Practice Laryngeal Transplantation Volume V - Head and Neck Surgery Molecular Biology of Head & Neck Cancer Principles of Radiation Oncology Principles of Medical Oncology Immunobiology & Immunotherapy in Head & Neck Cancer Head and Neck Imaging Sentinel Node Biopsy in Head and Neck Cancer Non-melanoma Skin Cancers of the Head and Neck Head & Neck Melanoma Pathology of Skin Malignancies Merkel Cell Carcinoma and Other Rare Skin Cancers Surgical Anatomy and Embryology of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands Pathology of Thyroid and Parathyroid Neoplasms Management of the Thyroid Nodule Management of Well-differentiated Thyroid Cancers (papillary & Follicular) Medullary Thyroid Cancer Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer Principles and Technique of Thyroidectomy Management of Advanced Thyroid Cancer Management of Recurrent Thyroid Cancer Hyperthyroidism, Toxic Nodule & Graves Disease Surgical Management of Goitre Primary and Secondary Hyperparathyroidism 23. Management of Recurrent Hyperparathyroidism Parangangliomas of the Head And Neck Anatomy, Physiology and Non-neoplastic Disorders of the Salivary Glands Pathology of Salivary Gland Neoplasms Salivary Gland Neoplasms Tumors of the Parapharyngeal Space Soft Tissue Sarcomas of Head and Neck Bone Sarcomas of the Head and Neck Lymphomas of the Head and Neck Nasal and Paranasal Sinus Malignancies Benign and Premalignant Lesions of Oral Cavity Odontogentic Lesions and Neoplasms Oral Cavity Cancer Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Oropharyngeal Cancer Transoral Approaches to the Oral Cavity Management of Early Larynx Cancer Management in Advanced Laryngeal Cancer Tracheal Neoplasms and Stenosis Hypopharyngeal Carcinoma Esophageal Carcinoma Voice Rehabilitation after Laryngectomy Neck Dissection Unknown Primary Carcinoma Deep Neck Space Infections Complications in Head and Neck Surgery Salvage Surgery for Recurrent Head and Neck Cancer Peri-operative Assessment in Elderly Population Undergoing Head and Neck Surgery Overview of Regional Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction Overview of Free Flaps in Head and Neck Reconstruction Functional Oropharyngeal Reconstruction: An Evidence Based Approach Reconstruction of the Oral Cavity Reconstruction of Defects of the Hypopharynx and Larynx Reconstruction of Maxilla and Skullbase Defects Reconstruction of Facial Paralysis & Parotidectomy Defects Reconstruction of Scalp Defects Facial Transplant Volume VI - Pediatric Otolaryngology Section 1 Embryology of the Facial Nerve and Related Structures Update on Inner Ear Regeneration/Basic Science Update Impact of Evolution on Eustachian Tube Function Genetics of Hearing Loss Otologic Syndromes Congenital Hearing Loss Embryology and Congenital Abnormalities of the External Ear Congenital Aural Atresia Malformations of the Inner Ear Diagnostic Approach to Common Pediatric Otologic Problems Clinical Examination of the Ear Pediatric Temporal Bone Imaging Histopathology of the Temporal Bone Newborn Hearing Screening and Audiologic Considerations for Children Speech and Language Evaluations of Children with Hearing Loss Amplification and Classroom Management for Hearing Impaired Children Multidisciplinary Evaluation of the Pediatric Cochlear Implant Candidate Otitis Media Cholesteatoma Auditory Neuropathy/Auditory Dyssynchrony Osseointegrated Implants and Implantable Hearing Aids in the Pediatric Patient Pediatric Cochlear Implants Pediatric Auditory Brainstem Implantation Vestibular Disorders in the Pediatric Patient Evidence Based Medicine in Pediatric Otology Section 2. Pediatric Rhinology Pediatric Sinonasal Anatomy and Embryology The Role of Human Evolution on Sinus Disease Evaluation of the Child with Rhinologic Disease Pathophysiology of Pediatric Rhinosinusitis Pediatric Rhinosinusitis: Diagnosis and Management Cystic Fibrosis Related Rhinosinusitis A. Congenital Nasal Malformations B. Pediatric Nasal Tumors Pediatric Sinonasal and Anterior Skull Base Surgery Evidence Based Medicine in Pediatric Rhinology Section 3. Pediatric Aerodigestive Care Developmental Anatomy of the Unified Airway Imaging of the Pediatric Airway Pre-Operative Evaluation of the Child Needing Airway Surgery Pediatric Anesthesia for Airway Surgery Peri-Operative Intensive Care Management in Airway Surgery Congenital Nasal Masses Congenital Lesions in the Oral Cavity and Oropharynx Infections of the Larynx and Trachea Inflammatory and Neoplastic Lesions of the Larynx and Trachea Foreign Body and Caustic Ingestions of the Aerodigestive Tract Congenital and Acquired Laryngeal Anomalies Congenital and Acquired Tracheal Anomalies Surgery for Subglottic and Tracheal Lesions Cough in the Pediatric Patient Pediatric Esophageal Disease Section 4. Pediatric Head And Neck Development Anatomy Adenotonsillar Disorders: Hypertrophy and Infections Deep Neck Space Infections Overview of Neck Masses Congenital Cystic Neck Masses (BCCs and TGDC) Hemangiomas and Vascular Malformations of the Head and Neck Pediatric Skull Base Lesions Pediatric Head and Neck Malignancies Pediatric Thyroid Malignancy Adjuvant Therapy for Pediatric Head and Neck Malignancies Pediatric Salivary Gland Disorders Pediatric Sialoendoscopy Pediatric Sialorrhea: Medical and Surgical Options Section 5. Pediatric Sleep Medicine Physiology of Pediatric Sleep – Infancy through Adolescence Evaluation of Pediatric Sleep Disorders – From the Clinic to the Sleep Lab Sleep Disordered Breathing and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Evaluation of Airway Obstruction that persists after T&A: Endoscopic and drug-induced sleep endoscopy versus Sleep Cine MRI Surgical Management of Pediatric OSA Nonsurgical Management of Pediatric OSA Central Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and Management Behavioral and Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorders Other Pediatric Sleep Disorders – Insomnia, Hypersomnia, Parasomnia Pediatric Sleep Disordered Breathing and Evidence-Based Practice Section 6. Pediatric Voice Anatomy of the Pediatric Larynx Development of the Human Vocal Fold Voice Evaluation from the Otolaryngologist’s Perspective Voice Evaluation from the Speech and Language Pathologist’s Perspective Neurolaryngological Disorders and Pediatric Laryngeal Electromyography Paradoxical Vocal Ford Motion Pediatric Vocal Fold Immobility Benign and Malignant Vocal Fold Lesions Voice Therapy for Dysphonia and for Paradoxical Vocal Fold Motion Functional Voice Disorders Surgical Treatment of Benign Vocal Fold Masses Voice Rehabilitation After Airway Reconstruction Juvenile Onset Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis and the Voice Section 7. Pediatric Velopharyngeal Insufficiency Anatomic Basis of Velopharyngeal Insufficiency The Role of the Otolaryngologist in VPI Evaluation The Role of the Speech Pathologist in VPI Evaluation Non Cleft VPI Non-Surgical Management of VPI and Resonance Disorders Surgical Management of VPI Evaluation and Management of the Cleft Palate Evaluation and Management of the Cleft Lip Craniofacial Disorders: The Otolaryngologist’s Perspective Mandibular Distraction for Airway Anomalies Contemporary Work-up of the Air Bone Gap in the Pediatric Patient

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Book SynopsisMinimal Access Skull Base Surgery – Open and Endoscopic Assisted Approaches is a highly illustrated guide to a range of approaches in ENT surgery, edited by Kofi Boahene and Alfredo Quiñones-Hinojosa from the John Hopkins Medical Institute, Baltimore, USA. The book focuses on minimal access approaches to skull base compartments using an endoscope, via natural and secondary openings into the head. Comprised of 31 chapters, across seven sections, the book begins with a general introductory section which covers imaging of the skull base, surgical pathology of the skull base and anaesthetic requirements for skull base surgery. Further sections cover approaches to surgery via particular anatomical areas, including transorbital, supraorbital, transnasal, infratemporal fossa, and transoral approaches. The concluding sections cover the management of selected skull base lesions, skull base reconstruction and postoperative management. Minimal Access Skull Base Surgery – Open and Endoscopic Assisted Approaches is enhanced by 428 images and illustrations and an accompanying DVD featuring practical guidance on several procedures. This is an essential resource for neurosurgeons, otolaryngologists, head and neck surgeons, and any health care providers involved in these minimal access procedures. Key Points Comprehensive guide to minimal access procedures in skull base surgery Covers minimal access skull base surgery via nose, mouth, eye socket and infratemporal fossa 428 images and illustrations Instructional DVD for several skull base procedures Edited Kofi Boahene and Alfredo Quiñones-Hinojosa based at John Hopkins Medical Institute, Baltimore, USA Table of ContentsGeneral The ‘Dilemma’ of Modern Skull Base Surgery: Selecting the Correct Approach Imaging of the Skull Base Surgical Pathology of the Skull Base Anesthetic Requirements and Pearls for Skull Base Surgery Transorbital and Supraorbital Approaches Anatomy of the Orbit for Trans Orbital Skull Base Surgery Trans Orbital Neuro Endoscopic Access to the Anterior Skull Base Trans Palpebral Orbitofrontal Approach to Intracranial Skull Base Lesions Supraorbital Keyhole Approach Endoscopic Decompression of the Orbital Apex Transnasal Approaches Endoscopic Anatomy for Trans Nasal Skull Base Surgery Endoscopic Assisted Endonasal Trans Cribriform Approach to Skull Base Lesions Endoscopic Endonasal Transsphenoidal and Transplanum Approach Endoscopic Endonasal Transpterygoid Approaches Trans Nasal Endoscopic-Assisted Approach to the Mid-Cranial Base and Infratemporal Fossa Endoscopic Approaches to Lesions in the Sinus Endoscopic Approaches to Lesions in the Petrous Apex Trans Nasal Endoscopic-Assisted Approach to Clivus and Craniocervical Junction Transoral Approaches Transoral Endoscopic Surgical Anatomy of the Parapharyngeal and Infratemporal Fossa Endoscopic- Assisted Para Mandibular Approach to Infratemporal Fossa and Parapharyngeal Space Evolution of Transoral Robotic Assisted Approaches to the Skull Base Management of Selected Skull Base Lesions Endoscopic Transsphenoidal Approach to Pituitary Lesions Mini-Orbitofrontal and Endoscopic Approaches to Frontal Sinus Inverted Papilloma Trans Palpebral Orbitocranial Approach to Olfactory Grove Meningioma Transpalpebral Orbitocranial Approach to Sella and Suprasellar Pituitary Adenoma Endoscopic- Assisted Resection of Juvenile Nasal Angiofibroma Transnasal Endoscopic Assisted Management of Cerebrosp8nal Fluid Leak and Menigocele Transorbital Endoscopic-Assisted Management of Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak Endonasal Endoscopic Management of Clival Chordoma Mini Craniotomy Management of Superior Canal Dehiscence Skull Base Reconstruction and Postoperative Management Skull Base Reconstruction Management of Complications Associated With Endoscopic Assisted Skullbase Surgery DVD Contents Supraorbital Approach for Resection of Squamous Cell Carcinoma Transpalpebral Orbitofrontal Approach to Suprasellar and other Anterior Cranial Base Lesions Endonasal Transcribiform Resection of a Recurrent Meningioma Endonasal Repair of an Encephalocele of the Cribriform Plate Endonasal Decompression and Repair of Traumatic Optic Neuropathy Endonasal Transpterygoid Resection of a Mass in the Cavernous Sinus Robotic-assisted Resection of a Right Parapharyngeal Mass

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Book SynopsisNeuro Spinal Surgery Operative Techniques: Lateral Mass Fixation in Sub-axial Cervical Spine is a concise, illustrated resource for practising spine surgeons, which provides a step by step guide to the successful insertion of a lateral mass screw. The book is split into two sections; the first covers the basic concepts of lateral mass (the bulky, solid parts of the first vertebra of the spine which support the weight of the head), including surgical anatomy, landmarks, neurovascular structures and standard screw trajectories. The second section covers surgical techniques including patient positioning, drilling, and surgical instruments. The final chapter is a collection of six cases with surgical procedures accompanied by intraoperative photographs and drawings. Neuro Spinal Surgery Operative Techniques: Lateral Mass Fixation in Sub-axial Cervical Spine is enhanced by over 100 full colour images and illustrations, making this book a highly useful reference tool for spine surgeons. Key Points Concise illustrated guide to the insertion of screws into the lateral mass Two parts: Basics, including anatomy, and Surgical Techniques, including drilling and instrumentation 112 full colour clinical photographs and illustrations Table of ContentsSection 1: BASICS 1. Surgical Anatomy of Lateral Mass 2. Landmarks 3. Neurovascular Structures in Relation to Lateral Mass 4. Standard Screw Trajectories Section 2: SURGICAL TECHNIQUES 5. Positioning the Patient 6. Exposure 7. Drilling 8. Instrumentation 9. Case Reports Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is a comprehensive guide to caesarean section for practising obstetricians. Divided into four sections, the text begins with an overview of anatomy and physiology in childbirth, followed by discussion on diagnosis in clinical obstetrics and use of a partograph to record key data on both the mother and baby during labour. Section three covers the complete process of caesarean section, describing indications for the operation, anaesthesia, and the actual procedure. A chapter is dedicated to perimortem and post-mortem caesarean delivery. Postoperative recovery and potential complications are also explained. The final section of the book examines alternatives to caesarean section surgery. With a highly experienced team of authors, this practical guide is further enhanced by more than 300 illustrations and tables. Key points Comprehensive guide to caesarean section for practising obstetricians Covers complete procedure, from indications and anaesthesia, to operating techniques and complications Includes chapter on perimortem and post-mortem caesarean delivery Final section covers alternatives to caesarean section surgery Table of ContentsSection 1: Anatomy and Physiology of Parturition Parturition Birth Canal (Passageway) Uterus Passenger (Foetus) Mechanism and Physiopathology of Parturition Section 2: Diagnosis Diagnosis in Clinical Obstetrics Partograph Section 3: Caesarean Section and Management Indications for Caesarean Section Outside Labour Indications for Caesarean Section During Labour Trial of Labour Preparing for the Operation Anaesthesia Laparotomies The Various Types of Hysterotomy—Criteria of Choice Transverse Hysterotomies Vertical Hysterotomies Management of Intraoperative Complications Tubal Sterilization Abdominal Wall Closure Perimortem and Postmortem Caesarean Delivery Uterine Rupture Monitoring Caesarean Section: Postoperative Recovery Complications of the Laparotomic Wound Suture Postcaesarean Wound Dehiscence Obstructed Labour Injury Complex The Newborn Section 4: Alternatives to Caesarean Section Version—Breech Presentation, Transverse and Oblique Lies Symphysiotomy–Vacuum Extraction (Foetus Alive–Head Engaged) Destructive Operations—A Vanishing Art in Modern Obstetrics

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Book SynopsisThis third edition has been fully revised and updated to provide students with the latest information to help them prepare for surgical examinations. Presented in question and answer format, the book consists of fifty long and short clinical cases. Each case begins with an overview, a checklist for history and physical examination, and diagnostic points. Commonly asked exam questions follow, reviewing the relevant anatomy, physiology, investigations, differential diagnosis, updated staging, and management techniques. Discussion on staging corresponds with the American Joint Cancer Committee (AJCC) 8th edition cancer staging system. Separate chapters cover definitions of key terminologies, and radiology and imaging. The book concludes with important tables and charts for trauma, neck, breast, abdomen, burns and more. This comprehensive revision reference features more than 200 drawings, flowcharts and clinical photographs, many of them new to this edition. Key points Fully revised, third edition providing long and short surgical cases to assist students with exam preparation Cases presented in question and answer format, with separate sections on terminologies and imaging Discussion on staging corresponds with AJCC 8th edition cancer staging system Previous edition (9789350903964) published in 2013 Table of ContentsSection 1: Definitions Definitions Section 2: Long Cases Toxic Goiter Solitary Thyroid Nodule (STN-Nontoxic) Papillary Carcinoma Thyroid with Lymph Node Metastases Multinodular Goiter Early Breast Cancer Advanced Breast Cancer Epigastric Lump Right Hypochondrial Lump without Jaundice Right Iliac Fossa Mass (Suspected Ileocecal Tuberculosis) Suspected Carcinoma of the Cecum Appendicular Mass Obstructive Jaundice Varicose Veins Peripheral Occlusive Vascular Disease Lymphoma Renal Swelling Pseudocyst of Pancreas Retroperitoneal Tumor Testicular Malignancy Portal Hypertension Mesenteric Cyst Section 3: Short Cases Non-thyroid Neck Swelling Tuberculous Cervical Lymph Node Cervical Metastatic Lymph Node and Neck Dissections Carcinoma Tongue with Submandibular Lymph Node Carcinoma of Gingivobuccal Complex (Indian Oral Cancer) Parotid Swelling Submandibular Sialadenitis Ranula, Plunging Ranula, Sublingual Dermoid and Mucous Cyst Thyroglossal Cyst, Lingual Thyroid, Ectopic Thyroid, Subhyoid Bursa and Carcinoma Arising in Thyroglossal Cyst Branchial Cyst, Branchial Fistula, Cystic Hygroma Soft Tissue Sarcoma Neurofibroma, von Recklinghausen’s Disease 364 Lipoma (Universal Tumor) Sebaceous Cyst/Epidermoid Cyst/Wen/Dermoid Cyst Ulcer Malignant Melanoma Basal Cell Carcinoma/Rodent Ulcer Squamous Cell Carcinoma—SCC (Epithelioma) Carcinoma Penis Congenital Arteriovenous Fistula/Hemangioma/Compressible Swelling Unilateral Lower Limb Edema Hydrocele of Tunica Vaginalis Sac (Epididymal Cyst, Spermatocele, Varicocele, Hematocele, Chylocele etc) Inguinal Hernia/Femoral Hernia Incisional Hernia (Ventral Hernia, Postoperative Hernia) Epigastric Hernia (Fatty Hernia of the Linea Alba) Paraumbilical Hernia, Umbilical Hernia in Adults and Children Desmoid Tumor, Interparietal Hernia (Interstitial) and Spigelian Hernia Gynecomastia/Male Breast Carcinoma Fibroadenoma/Cystosarcoma/Breast Cyst/Fibroadenosis/Fibrocystic Disease/Mastalgia/Mastopathy/Chronic Mastitis Section 4: Radiology and Imaging Radiology Questions and Answers Section 5: Important Tables and Charts General Trauma Burns Neck Breast Abdomen Vascular Limbs Anorectal Index

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Book SynopsisPatellofemoral instability (PFI) is the movement of the kneecap from its normal position of alignment. It may be caused by sudden injury or developmental wear and tear and will often lead to arthritis. This book is a concise guide to misalignment of the kneecap, its complications and management. Beginning with an introduction to the epidemiology of patellar dislocation, anterior knee pain and patho-anatomy, the next chapter examines imaging techniques including X-Rays, CT, MRI and bone scan. The following sections provide in depth coverage of both conservative and surgical management procedures. The manual is enhanced by clinical photographs and high quality diagrams to assist understanding. Key Points Concise guide to misalignment of the kneecap, complications and treatment Provides complete chapter on imaging techniques Covers both conservative and surgical management procedures Includes clinical photographs and high quality diagrams Table of Contents The Epidemiology and Natural History of Patellar Dislocation Anterior Knee Pain Patho-anatomy Imaging Conservative treatment Surgical management MPFL reconstruction Superficial Quad technique Basket weave technique Complications after MPFL Surgery Trochleoplasty Tibial Tubercle Osteotomy LPCS Management Cartilage lesions in PFI PFI after TKA Index

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Book SynopsisSurgery is a constantly evolving specialty in medicine – research and technological advances have made surgical procedures safer and more effective and offer shorter recovery times. Recent Advances in Surgery 38 is the latest volume in the annually-publishing series that reviews current topics in general surgery and its major subspecialties. Divided into fifteen chapters, this volume covers general surgery, vascular surgery, surgical oncology, breast surgery, hepatobiliary, upper and lower gastrointestinal surgery, and much more. This new book presents new topics such as suture techniques, advances in bariatric surgery, and alternative surgical approaches to biliary duct injury. Recent randomised control trials (RCTs) are also reviewed. Every chapter includes a ‘key points’ summary. With contributions from recognised experts, the majority from throughout the UK, this new volume covers all the latest developments in surgery, providing excellent revision material for professional examinations, and helping consultant surgeons keep up to date across the specialty. Key Points Latest volume in series bringing postgraduates and surgeons up to date with the latest developments in general surgery and its subspecialties Includes review of recent randomised clinical trials Key points summarised for each chapter Contributions from recognised experts, mainly in the UK Table of Contents An update on use of simulators in surgical training Assessing outcomes following surgery Laparoscopy in Emergency Surgery Advances in and indications for extended liver resection Management of bile duct injuries Advances in bariatric surgery Endoscopic resection of gastro-oesophageal lesions Laparoscopic rectal cancer surgery Magnetic guidance in surgery An update on diagnosis and management of thyroid nodules Salivary gland tumours Immediate implant reconstruction with ADM Benign breast lumps An update on screening for aortic aneurysm A review of recent randomized controlled trials in surgery

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Book SynopsisThis book is a comprehensive guide to neurosurgery, covering the complete field, from basic and clinical knowledge, to neurosurgical procedures. Beginning with an introduction to neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, the following chapters provide detail on neurological phenomena including altered consciousness, neuro-ophthalmology, neurotology and neurourology. Two sections then discuss cortical malformation, leading onto paediatric neurosurgery. The following chapters provide in depth discussion on essential neuroradiology, then neurosurgical techniques for a range of disorders and injuries, including tumours, seizures, head and spinal trauma, vascular malformations, and stroke. This practice book is highly illustrated with clinical photographs, diagrams and tables. Key Points Comprehensive guide to neurosurgery, from basics knowledge to surgical procedures Provides overview of neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and various neurological phenomena Covers neurosurgical techniques for numerous disorders and injuries Highly illustrated with clinical photographs, diagrams and tables Table of Contents Surgical Neuroanatomy, Neurovascular Anatomy, Neurophysiology Overview Neurology Overview Altered Consciousness Neuro-ophthalmology Neurotology Neurourology Malformations of Cortical Development Pediatric Neurosurgery Neuroradiology Hydrocephalus Neuroendoscopy Infectious Neurosurgery Seizures and Epileptic Surgery Functional Neurosurgery Pain Neurosurgery Cranial Tumors and Tumor Syndromes Primary Brain Tumors Radiation Neurosurgery Spine and Spinal Cord Peripheral Neurosurgery Head Trauma Traumatic Injuries of the Spine Stroke/Cerebrovascular Accidents Subarachnoid Hemorrhage and Aneurysms Vascular Malformations Intracerebral Hemorrhage Occlusive Cerebrovascular Disease Neurosurgical Operations and Procedures Supplement Index

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Book SynopsisThis book is a practical guide to incisions of the head and neck for practising and trainee surgeons. Beginning with the basic principles of incisions and reconstruction, the following chapters describe surgical approaches for different conditions from third molar impaction, tumours and maxillofacial fractures, to cleft lip and palate, and temporomandibular joint. The final sections cover aesthetic surgery and flaps for reconstruction of defects created by the initial surgery. Neurovascular anatomy of the skin and underlying muscles, patient physique and Langer’s lines are discussed in depth, and the book also considers the need for future surgery such as neck dissection after open biopsy of a neck node. Key Points Practical guide to incisions of the head and neck for practising and trainee surgeons Covers surgical approaches for different conditions highlighting pros and cons Includes discussion on aesthetic and reconstructive surgery Text enhanced by clinical images and diagrams Table of Contents Fourth Dimension of Face Principles of Incision Concepts of Incision Principles of Reconstruction Third Molar Impactions Maxillofacial Fractures Space Infections Neoplasms Cleft Lip Cleft Palate Temporomandibular Joint Flaps Aesthetic Surgery Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisWorld Clinics: Orthopedics: Hand Surgery, Volume 2, Number 2 is the latest issue in the World Clinics: Orthopedics series. Other titles in the series include Foot and Ankle Surgery, Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, and Current Controversies in Joint Replacement. The book is comprised of ten articles, with discussion on the latest techniques, changing treatment options and complications in hand surgery. Beginning with an insight into locking technology for upper extremity fractures, other topics include wrist dislocation, radial head arthroplasty, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger fingers and much more. The editorial team from the Rothman Institute, Philadelphia, and Hackensack University Medical Centre, New Jersey, provide comment after each article, highlighting the most important aspects of each topic. Key points Latest issue in World Clinics: Orthopedics series Other topics in the series include foot and ankle surgery, shoulder and elbow surgery, and current controversies in joint replacement Discussion on the latest techniques, treatments and complications in hand surgery Highly experienced editorial team from the Rothman Institute, Philadelphia, and the Hackensack University Medical Centre, New Jersey, USA Table of Contents Locking Technology in the Upper Extremity: Evolution and Indications Wrist Dislocations: Anatomy, Biomechanics, and Treatment Forearm Fractures Radial Head Arthoplasty Scaphoid Nonunion: Does Vascularized Bone Graft Improve Outcomes? Controversies in the Management of Chronic Non-degenerative Scapholunate Instability Controversies in Trigger Finger The Controversial Role of Diagnostic Studies for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Pediatric and Adolescent Scaphoid Fractures Treatment of Upper Brachial Plexus Birth Palsy Injuries: Neuroma Excision and Grafting or Nerve Transfers

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Book SynopsisThis is an open access book.The book focuses mainly on the surgical technique, OR setup, equipments and devices necessary in minimally invasive surgery (MIS). It serves as a compendium of endolaparoscopic surgical procedures. It is an official publication of the Endoscopic and Laparoscopic Surgeons of Asia (ELSA).The book includes various sections covering basic skills set, devices, equipments, OR setup, procedures by area. Each chapter cover introduction, indications and contraindications, pre-operative patient’s assessment and preparation, OT setup (instrumentation required, patient’s position, etc.), step by step description of surgical procedures, management of complications, post-operative care. It includes original illustrations for better understanding and visualization of specific procedures.The book serves as a practical guide for surgical residents, surgical trainees, surgical fellows, junior surgeons, surgical consultants and anyone interested in MIS. It covers most of the basic and advanced laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgery procedures meeting the curriculum and examination requirements of the residents.Table of ContentsPart 1 Basic Principles 1 Access, Pneumoperitoneum and Related Complications 2 Image Systems in Endo-Laparoscopic Surgery 3 Care and Handling of Laparoscopic Instrumentations 4 Electrosurgery and energy devices 5 Endo-laparoscopic Suturing 6 Ergonomics in Laparoscopic Surgery 7 Hemostasis in Laparoscopic Surgery 8 Imaging-Enhancing System 9 Instrumentations and Access Devices 10 Operating Room Setup and Patient Positioning in MIS 11 Surgical Smoke, Its Risks and Mitigation Strategies Part 2 Anesthesia in Laparoscopic Surgery 12 Principles of Anesthesia 13 Physiologic Considerations in Laparoscopic Surgery Part 3 Diagnostic Laparoscopy 14 Staging Laparoscopy for Intra-Abdominal Carcinoma 15 Diagnostic Laparoscopy Part 4 Emergency Laparoscopy 16 Perforated Ulcer Treatment 17 Laparoscopic Appendectomy 18 Meckel’s Diverticula 19 Emergency Groin Hernia Repair 20 Laparoscopic Subtotal Cholecystectomy 21 Adhesiolysis for Bowel Obstruction 22 Emergency Laparoscopic Small Bowel Resection 23 Laparoscopic Hartmann’s procedure Part 5 Endocrine Surgery 24 Remote Access Endoscopic Thyroidectomy 25 Transoral Endoscopic Thyroidectomy 26 Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy Abdominal Approach 27 Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy: Retroperitoneal approach Part 6 Breast Surgery 28 Endoscopy-Assisted Breast Surgery for Breast Cancer 29 Laparoscopic Omental Flap Partial Breast Reconstruction Part 7 Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery 30 Basic Principles and Advanced VATS procedures Part 8 Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery - Esophageal Surgery 31 Achalasia 32 Resection of Gastroesophageal Junction Submucosal Tumours (SMTs) 33 Transoral Endoscopic Zenker Diverticulotomy 34 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease 35 Hiatal Hernia 36 Esophageal Cysts 37 McKeown Esophagectomy Part 9 Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery - Gastric Surgery 38 Gastric Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumours 39 Gastric Carcinoma : Subtotal and Total Gastrectomy Part 10 Bariatric Procedures 40 Laparoscopic Gastric Banding for Morbid Obesity 41 Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy 42 LAPAROSCOPIC ROUX EN Y GASTRIC BYPASS (LRYGB) 43 One Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) Part 11 Hepatobiliary Surgery - Gallbladder 44 Elective Cholecystectomy Part 12 Hepatobiliary Surgery - Common Bile Duct Stones 45 Laparoscopic Choledochotomy for Bile Duct Stones Part 13 Hepatobiliary Surgery - Liver 46 Hepatic cyst/ abscess 47 Laparoscopic Wedge Liver Resection 48 Laparoscopic Left Liver Resection 49 Laparoscopic Right Hepatectomy Part 14 Pancreas 50 Laparoscopic internal drainage of pancreatic pseudocysts 51 Laparoscopic Distal Pancreatectomy 52 Laparoscopic Pancreaticoduodenectomy Part 15 Spleen 53 Laparoscopic Splenectomy 54 Intraoperative Splenic Injuries Part 16 Inguinal Hernia 55 Transabdominal Pre-peritoneal approach (TAPP) 56 Totally Extra-peritoneal approach in Inguinal Hernia Repair 57 Laparoscopic Management of Recurrent and Re-Recurrent hernia 58 Laparo-endoscopic approach to Complex Inguinal Hernia Part 17 Incisional/ Ventral Hernia Repair 59 Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Onlay Mesh (IPOM) and IPOM plus 60 Extraperitoneal Ventral Hernia Repair 61 Endoscopic anterior component separation technique (eACS) 62 Role of Botulinum Toxin-A in Chemical Component Separation Technique. 63 Endo-Laparoscopic Repair of Lateral Ventral Hernia Part 18 Diastasis Recti 64 Posterior Plication or Combined Plication of the Recti Diastasis 65 Endo-laparoscopic retromuscular repair 66 Endoscopic Subcutaneous Onlay Laparoscopic Approach Part 19 Other Hernias 67 Minimally Invasive Surgery for Diaphragmatic Hernia 68 Laparoscopic Parastomal Hernia Repair Part 20 Colorectal Surgery 69 Laparoscopic Right Hemicolectomy with Complete Mesocolic Excision and Central Vascular Ligation (CME/CVL) for Right sided Colon Cancer 70 LAPAROSCOPIC LEFT HEMICOLECTOMY 71 Anterior Resection 72 Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection 73 Laparoscopic Total Colectomy 74 Laparoscopic Ventral Mesh Rectopexy Part 21 Robotic Surgery 75 Robotic Surgery - Operating Room Set Up and Docking Part 22 Other Laparoscopic Procedures 76 Laparoscopic Varicocoelectomy 77 Laparoscopic Paediatric Inguinal Hernia Repair

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Book SynopsisThis book provides an authoritative overview of the global development of surgical paediatrics. Biographical accounts of key people who developed this relatively new specialty, many of whom are now household names, are presented. The compendium also acknowledges the enormous contribution of imaging (ultrasound/MRI and PET scans), minimal invasive surgery, and fetal surgery, as well as the role of related journals and associations, in the progress of surgical paediatrics.Many of the contributors have been instrumental to the development of surgical paediatrics in their respective countries, and have considerable worldwide influence on the management of children requiring surgical care. Through their valuable insight and first-hand experience, this book not only shines a light on the past achievements of previous generations of paediatric surgeons, but also serves as a model to encourage future generations to do likewise.

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Book SynopsisThe Encyclopedia of Medical Robotics combines contributions in four distinct areas of Medical robotics, namely: Minimally Invasive Surgical Robotics, Micro and Nano Robotics in Medicine, Image-guided Surgical Procedures and Interventions, and Rehabilitation Robotics. The volume on Minimally Invasive Surgical Robotics focuses on robotic technologies geared towards challenges and opportunities in minimally invasive surgery and the research, design, implementation and clinical use of minimally invasive robotic systems. The volume on Micro and Nano robotics in Medicine is dedicated to research activities in an area of emerging interdisciplinary technology that is raising new scientific challenges and promising revolutionary advancement in applications such as medicine and biology. The size and range of these systems are at or below the micrometer scale and comprise assemblies of micro and nanoscale components. The volume on Image-guided Surgical Procedures and Interventions focuses primarily on the use of image guidance during surgical procedures and the challenges posed by various imaging environments and how they related to the design and development of robotic systems as well as their clinical applications. This volume also has significant contributions from the clinical viewpoint on some of the challenges in the domain of image-guided interventions. Finally, the volume on Rehabilitation Robotics is dedicated to the state-of-the-art of an emerging interdisciplinary field where robotics, sensors, and feedback are used in novel ways to re-learn, improve, or restore functional movements in humans.Volume 1, Minimally Invasive Surgical Robotics, focuses on an area of robotic applications that was established in the late 1990s, after the first robotics-assisted minimally invasive surgical procedure. This area has since received significant attention from industry and researchers. The teleoperated and ergonomic features of these robotic systems for minimally invasive surgery (MIS) have been able to reduce or eliminate most of the drawbacks of conventional (laparoscopic) MIS. Robotics-assisted MIS procedures have been conducted on over 3 million patients to date — primarily in the areas of urology, gynecology and general surgery using the FDA approved da Vinci® surgical system. The significant commercial and clinical success of the da Vinci® system has resulted in substantial research activity in recent years to reduce invasiveness, increase dexterity, provide additional features such as image guidance and haptic feedback, reduce size and cost, increase portability, and address specific clinical procedures. The area of robotic MIS is therefore in a state of rapid growth fueled by new developments in technologies such as continuum robotics, smart materials, sensing and actuation, and haptics and teleoperation. An important need arising from the incorporation of robotic technology for surgery is that of training in the appropriate use of the technology, and in the assessment of acquired skills. This volume covers the topics mentioned above in four sections. The first section gives an overview of the evolution and current state the da Vinci® system and clinical perspectives from three groups who use it on a regular basis. The second focuses on the research, and describes a number of new developments in surgical robotics that are likely to be the basis for the next generation of robotic MIS systems. The third deals with two important aspects of surgical robotic systems — teleoperation and haptics (the sense of touch). Technology for implementing the latter in a clinical setting is still very much at the research stage. The fourth section focuses on surgical training and skills assessment necessitated by the novelty and complexity of the technologies involved and the need to provide reliable and efficient training and objective assessment in the use of robotic MIS systems.In Volume 2, Micro and Nano Robotics in Medicine, a brief historical overview of the field of medical nanorobotics as well as the state-of-the-art in the field is presented in the introductory chapter. It covers the various types of nanorobotic systems, their applications and future directions in this field. The volume is divided into three themes related to medical applications. The first theme describes the main challenges of microrobotic design for propulsion in vascular media. Such nanoscale robotic agents are envisioned to revolutionize medicine by enabling minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. To be useful, nanorobots must be operated in complex biological fluids and tissues, which are often difficult to penetrate. In this section, a collection of four papers review the potential medical applications of motile nanorobots, catalytic-based propelling agents, biologically-inspired microrobots and nanoscale bacteria-enabled autonomous drug delivery systems. The second theme relates to the use of micro and nanorobots inside the body for drug-delivery and surgical applications. A collection of six chapters is presented in this segment. The first chapter reviews the different robot structures for three different types of surgery, namely laparoscopy, catheterization, and ophthalmic surgery. It highlights the progress of surgical microrobotics toward intracorporeally navigated mechanisms for ultra-minimally invasive interventions. Then, the design of different magnetic actuation platforms used in micro and nanorobotics are described. An overview of magnetic actuation-based control methods for microrobots, with eventually biomedical applications, is also covered in this segment. The third theme discusses the various nanomanipulation strategies that are currently used in biomedicine for cell characterization, injection, fusion and engineering. In-vitro (3D) cell culture has received increasing attention since it has been discovered to provide a better simulation environment of in-vivo cell growth. Nowadays, the rapid progress of robotic technology paves a new path for the highly controllable and flexible 3D cell assembly. One chapter in this segment discusses the applications of micro-nano robotic techniques for 3D cell culture using engineering approaches. Because cell fusion is important in numerous biological events and applications, such as tissue regeneration and cell reprogramming, a chapter on robotic-tweezers cell manipulation system to achieve precise laser-induced cell fusion using optical trapping has been included in this volume. Finally, the segment ends with a chapter on the use of novel MEMS-based characterization of micro-scale tissues instead of mechanical characterization for cell lines studies.Volume 3, Image-guided Surgical Procedures and Interventions, focuses on several aspects ranging from understanding the challenges and opportunities in this domain, to imaging technologies, to image-guided robotic systems for clinical applications. The volume includes several contributions in the area of imaging in the areas of X-Ray fluoroscopy, CT, PET, MR Imaging, Ultrasound imaging, and optical coherence tomography. Ultrasound-based diagnostics and therapeutics as well as ultrasound-guided planning and navigation are also included in this volume in addition to multi-modal imaging techniques and its applications to surgery and various interventions. The application of multi-modal imaging and fusion in the area of prostate biopsy is also covered. Imaging modality compatible robotic systems, sensors and actuator technologies for use in the MRI environment are also included in this work., as is the development of the framework incorporating image-guided modeling for surgery and intervention. Finally, there are several chapters in the clinical applications domain covering cochlear implant surgery, neurosurgery, breast biopsy, prostate cancer treatment, endovascular interventions, neurovascular interventions, robotic capsule endoscopy, and MRI-guided neurosurgical procedures and interventions.Volume 4, Rehabilitation Robotics, is dedicated to the state-of-the-art of an emerging interdisciplinary field where robotics, sensors, and feedback are used in novel ways to relearn, improve, or restore functional movements in humans. This volume attempts to cover a number of topics relevant to the field. The first section addresses an important activity in our daily lives: walking, where the neuromuscular system orchestrates the gait, posture, and balance. Conditions such as stroke, vestibular deficits, or old age impair this important activity. Three chapters on robotic training, gait rehabilitation, and cooperative orthoses describe the current works in the field to address this issue. The second section covers the significant advances in and novel designs of soft actuators and wearable systems that have emerged in the area of prosthetic lower limbs and ankles in recent years, which offer potential for both rehabilitation and human augmentation. These are described in two chapters. The next section addresses an important emphasis in the field of medicine today that strives to bring rehabilitation out from the clinic into the home environment, so that these medical aids are more readily available to users. The current state-of-the-art in this field is described in a chapter. The last section focuses on rehab devices for the pediatric population. Their impairments are life-long and rehabilitation robotics can have an even bigger impact during their lifespan. In recent years, a number of new developments have been made to promote mobility, socialization, and rehabilitation among the very young: the infants and toddlers. These aspects are summarized in two chapters of this volume.

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