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Laparoscopic surgery, both free-hand and robotic-assisted, has proved to be a transformational technology with a major impact on urologic oncology. While academic urologists today vigorously debate whether a procedure done laparoscopically yields better outcomes than the comparable open procedure, urologic surgeons are voting with their feet: they are performing more and more laparoscopic surgeries every year. The overwhelming interest in lapa- scopic surgery is apparent at every urological meeting, but it is perhaps most evident in urologic training programs. Young urologists clearly understand that they must learn minimally invasive techniques if they are to be compe- tive in practice, particularly in the field of oncology. Regardless of the outcome of this debate, the development of laparoscopic surgery has wrought a major resurgence of interest in the importance of sur- cal technique. A decade ago, surgeons themselves seemed bored by presen- tions or publications that described a surgical technique. There was a general sense that it had all been worked out long ago. That attitude seems oddly out of place today, when our literature and our meetings are filled with intense debates about the differences between surgical approaches and the importance of technique. We now know, for example, that with regard to all important outcomes of major cancer, the skill and experience of the surgeon have a p- found impact on the results of surgery. We know that there is a learning curve, sometimes remarkably prolonged, for crucial outcomes such as cancer control after prostatectomy.
Sommario
Laparoscopic Anatomy of the Upper Urinary Tract: Intra-Abdominal and Retroperitoneal Approaches.- Laparoscopic Anatomy of the Pelvis.- Adrenalectomy.- Radical Nephrectomy.- Partial Nephrectomy.- Nephroureterectomy.- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection.- Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection.- Radical Prostatectomy.- Radical Cystectomy and Urinary Diversion.
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Dr. Inderbir S. Gill is Vice Chairman, Professor of Surgery, Head, Section of Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery, and Director, Center for Advanced Study at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Glickman Urological Institute, Cleveland, Ohio, USA. He is one of the best-known and skilled specialists in urologic laparoscopy and has published extensively on the topic. His expertise will allow other urologists and residents to learn skills usually only taught in the operating rooms.
Riassunto
This utterly comprehensive work covers all of the techniques involved in uro-oncology. These techniques are widely accepted, well established, safe, standardized, reproducible, and teachable. In the last 12 years, the field of laparoscopy has evolved dramatically, and laparoscopy has become an alternative technique, overall accepted per se in the medical community for many indications. The main strength of this book is its focus on current techniques in uro-oncology. The aim is not to divide oncology into two worlds (open surgery versus laparoscopy), but to enlarge the technical proposals, with the same common goal. The book contains black and white drawings only as these are generally more precise and give a clearer understanding. It is, quite simply, essential reading for all urologists interested in laparoscopy as well as urologists in training (residents) or doing a fellowship in Oncology or Minimally Invasive Surgery.
Testo aggiuntivo
From the reviews:
"Written by four pioneers in laparoscopic urologic surgery, this book’s 10 chapters illustrate various techniques used in urologic oncology. … The descriptions of these surgical procedures are designed to allow urologists the ability to offer minimally invasive techniques in the treatment of urologic malignancies. … Designed for urologic surgeons who want to expand their minimally invasive practice to more complex oncology procedures … . This is an excellent resource for laparoscopic surgeons interested in expanding their practice to minimally invasive urologic oncology techniques." (Peter Pinto, Doody’s Review Service, October, 2009)
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From the reviews:
"Written by four pioneers in laparoscopic urologic surgery, this book's 10 chapters illustrate various techniques used in urologic oncology. ... The descriptions of these surgical procedures are designed to allow urologists the ability to offer minimally invasive techniques in the treatment of urologic malignancies. ... Designed for urologic surgeons who want to expand their minimally invasive practice to more complex oncology procedures ... . This is an excellent resource for laparoscopic surgeons interested in expanding their practice to minimally invasive urologic oncology techniques." (Peter Pinto, Doody's Review Service, October, 2009)
