Atlas of Gastrointestinal Surgery

Describes the surgical techniques which are carried out in the gastrointestinal tract, focusing on the advantages and disadvantages of laparoscopy. The text provides detailed guidelines for safe patient selection when laparoscopy is performed, including comprehensive coverage of techniques used.

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In two volumes, this work describes the surgical techniques which are carried out in the gastrointestinal tract, focusing on the advantages and disadvantages of laparoscopy. The text provides detailed guidelines for safe patient selection when laparoscopy is performed, including comprehensive coverage of techniques used from the oesophagus to the anus. Each chapter highlights the clinical aspects of the disease, its surgical implications, its acute complications and its emergency surgical solution. Special attention is given to pathological alterations which are causes of death if not immediately and adequately treated.