Author: Richard L. Whelan
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387290508
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 507
Book Description
The second SAGES (Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic S- geons) manual was intended to be a companion piece for the successful ?rst SAGES manual, edited by Carol Scott-Connor, that was published more than 4 years ago. Originally, the goal was to concentrate on tersely covered or often ignored aspects of the preoperative preparation of the patient and the operating room as well as the postoperative care of patients undergoing minimally in- sive operations. It was also our intention to include a section for each procedure where several different port placement schemes would be presented and brie?y discussed. Unique to this manual, the impact of the patient’s body habitus (short or long, narrow or wide) on port placement is also taken into account for many of the procedures. Also unique are chapters devoted to hypothermia, port wound closure, and the management of subcutaneous emphysema and abdominal wall hemorrhage caused by trocars. Naturally, the surgeon tends to focus on the technical aspects of the pro- dure, such as the operative tasks to be carried out, the order of operation, and the position of the surgeon and assistant. However, it is critical that the surgeon be aware that the CO pneumoperitoneum, far more so than laparotomy, results 2 in multiple physiologic alterations that, if not compensated for by the anest- siologist and surgeon, may endanger the patient or prevent the laparoscopic c- pletion of the procedure.
The SAGES Manual of Perioperative Care in Minimally Invasive Surgery
Author: Richard L. Whelan
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387290508
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 507
Book Description
The second SAGES (Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic S- geons) manual was intended to be a companion piece for the successful ?rst SAGES manual, edited by Carol Scott-Connor, that was published more than 4 years ago. Originally, the goal was to concentrate on tersely covered or often ignored aspects of the preoperative preparation of the patient and the operating room as well as the postoperative care of patients undergoing minimally in- sive operations. It was also our intention to include a section for each procedure where several different port placement schemes would be presented and brie?y discussed. Unique to this manual, the impact of the patient’s body habitus (short or long, narrow or wide) on port placement is also taken into account for many of the procedures. Also unique are chapters devoted to hypothermia, port wound closure, and the management of subcutaneous emphysema and abdominal wall hemorrhage caused by trocars. Naturally, the surgeon tends to focus on the technical aspects of the pro- dure, such as the operative tasks to be carried out, the order of operation, and the position of the surgeon and assistant. However, it is critical that the surgeon be aware that the CO pneumoperitoneum, far more so than laparotomy, results 2 in multiple physiologic alterations that, if not compensated for by the anest- siologist and surgeon, may endanger the patient or prevent the laparoscopic c- pletion of the procedure.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387290508
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 507
Book Description
The second SAGES (Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic S- geons) manual was intended to be a companion piece for the successful ?rst SAGES manual, edited by Carol Scott-Connor, that was published more than 4 years ago. Originally, the goal was to concentrate on tersely covered or often ignored aspects of the preoperative preparation of the patient and the operating room as well as the postoperative care of patients undergoing minimally in- sive operations. It was also our intention to include a section for each procedure where several different port placement schemes would be presented and brie?y discussed. Unique to this manual, the impact of the patient’s body habitus (short or long, narrow or wide) on port placement is also taken into account for many of the procedures. Also unique are chapters devoted to hypothermia, port wound closure, and the management of subcutaneous emphysema and abdominal wall hemorrhage caused by trocars. Naturally, the surgeon tends to focus on the technical aspects of the pro- dure, such as the operative tasks to be carried out, the order of operation, and the position of the surgeon and assistant. However, it is critical that the surgeon be aware that the CO pneumoperitoneum, far more so than laparotomy, results 2 in multiple physiologic alterations that, if not compensated for by the anest- siologist and surgeon, may endanger the patient or prevent the laparoscopic c- pletion of the procedure.
The Sages Manual Of Perioperative Care In Minimally Invasive Surgery
Author: Whelan
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788181285805
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9788181285805
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
The SAGES Manual of Perioperative Care in Minimally Invasive Surgery
Author: Richard L. Whelan
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9780387503660
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The second SAGES (Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic S- geons) manual was intended to be a companion piece for the successful ?rst SAGES manual, edited by Carol Scott-Connor, that was published more than 4 years ago. Originally, the goal was to concentrate on tersely covered or often ignored aspects of the preoperative preparation of the patient and the operating room as well as the postoperative care of patients undergoing minimally in- sive operations. It was also our intention to include a section for each procedure where several different port placement schemes would be presented and brie?y discussed. Unique to this manual, the impact of the patient’s body habitus (short or long, narrow or wide) on port placement is also taken into account for many of the procedures. Also unique are chapters devoted to hypothermia, port wound closure, and the management of subcutaneous emphysema and abdominal wall hemorrhage caused by trocars. Naturally, the surgeon tends to focus on the technical aspects of the pro- dure, such as the operative tasks to be carried out, the order of operation, and the position of the surgeon and assistant. However, it is critical that the surgeon be aware that the CO pneumoperitoneum, far more so than laparotomy, results 2 in multiple physiologic alterations that, if not compensated for by the anest- siologist and surgeon, may endanger the patient or prevent the laparoscopic c- pletion of the procedure.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 9780387503660
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The second SAGES (Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic S- geons) manual was intended to be a companion piece for the successful ?rst SAGES manual, edited by Carol Scott-Connor, that was published more than 4 years ago. Originally, the goal was to concentrate on tersely covered or often ignored aspects of the preoperative preparation of the patient and the operating room as well as the postoperative care of patients undergoing minimally in- sive operations. It was also our intention to include a section for each procedure where several different port placement schemes would be presented and brie?y discussed. Unique to this manual, the impact of the patient’s body habitus (short or long, narrow or wide) on port placement is also taken into account for many of the procedures. Also unique are chapters devoted to hypothermia, port wound closure, and the management of subcutaneous emphysema and abdominal wall hemorrhage caused by trocars. Naturally, the surgeon tends to focus on the technical aspects of the pro- dure, such as the operative tasks to be carried out, the order of operation, and the position of the surgeon and assistant. However, it is critical that the surgeon be aware that the CO pneumoperitoneum, far more so than laparotomy, results 2 in multiple physiologic alterations that, if not compensated for by the anest- siologist and surgeon, may endanger the patient or prevent the laparoscopic c- pletion of the procedure.
The SAGES / ERAS® Society Manual of Enhanced Recovery Programs for Gastrointestinal Surgery
Author: Liane S. Feldman
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319203649
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
This volume presents a comprehensive, up to date and practical approach to creating an ERAS program for GI surgery. The first sections review the evidence underlying individual elements of ERAS, including evidence from laparoscopic procedures when available or pointing to evidence gaps where more research is required. These are written by experts in the field, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and physiotherapists. The format is in the style of a narrative review, with narrative evidence review, and concluding with a table with “take home messages” and 3-5 key references for readers interested in more depth in each topic. Each chapter also addresses management of common complications and patient selection or exceptions. Subsequent chapters address practical concerns, including creation of a pathway team, project management and engaging administration. Experts contribute real-world examples of their pathways for a variety of procedures, including colorectal surgery, bariatric surgery, upper GI and hepatobiliary surgery, enabling the user to have a starting point for creating their own programs. The SAGES Manual of Enhanced Recovery Programs for Gastrointestinal Surgery will be of great value to fully trained surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and administrators interested in initiating an ERAS program.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319203649
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 367
Book Description
This volume presents a comprehensive, up to date and practical approach to creating an ERAS program for GI surgery. The first sections review the evidence underlying individual elements of ERAS, including evidence from laparoscopic procedures when available or pointing to evidence gaps where more research is required. These are written by experts in the field, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and physiotherapists. The format is in the style of a narrative review, with narrative evidence review, and concluding with a table with “take home messages” and 3-5 key references for readers interested in more depth in each topic. Each chapter also addresses management of common complications and patient selection or exceptions. Subsequent chapters address practical concerns, including creation of a pathway team, project management and engaging administration. Experts contribute real-world examples of their pathways for a variety of procedures, including colorectal surgery, bariatric surgery, upper GI and hepatobiliary surgery, enabling the user to have a starting point for creating their own programs. The SAGES Manual of Enhanced Recovery Programs for Gastrointestinal Surgery will be of great value to fully trained surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and administrators interested in initiating an ERAS program.
The SAGES Manual of Pediatric Minimally Invasive Surgery
Author: Danielle S. Walsh
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319436422
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 743
Book Description
This manual provides a comprehensive, state-of-the art review of this field, and will serve as a valuable resource for adult and pediatric surgeons at all stages of experience with interest in the use of minimally invasive surgical techniques in children. This book will review the pediatric surgical disorders that are currently treatable with these techniques. After a basic summary of the disorder, the preoperative evaluation and preparation is presented. Each chapter focuses on a detailed discussion of the surgical procedure, inclusive of anesthesia, positioning, instrumentation, and materials. Emphasis is placed on technique and tips for particularly challenging aspects of the operation. A description of the expected postoperative course and common complications of each procedure follows. The outcomes literature to include any advances since the original outcomes and expected future advances for the diagnosis and procedure is presented. It provides a concise yet comprehensive summary of the current status of the field that will help guide patient management and stimulate investigative efforts. All chapters are written by experts in their fields and include the most up to date scientific and clinical information.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3319436422
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 743
Book Description
This manual provides a comprehensive, state-of-the art review of this field, and will serve as a valuable resource for adult and pediatric surgeons at all stages of experience with interest in the use of minimally invasive surgical techniques in children. This book will review the pediatric surgical disorders that are currently treatable with these techniques. After a basic summary of the disorder, the preoperative evaluation and preparation is presented. Each chapter focuses on a detailed discussion of the surgical procedure, inclusive of anesthesia, positioning, instrumentation, and materials. Emphasis is placed on technique and tips for particularly challenging aspects of the operation. A description of the expected postoperative course and common complications of each procedure follows. The outcomes literature to include any advances since the original outcomes and expected future advances for the diagnosis and procedure is presented. It provides a concise yet comprehensive summary of the current status of the field that will help guide patient management and stimulate investigative efforts. All chapters are written by experts in their fields and include the most up to date scientific and clinical information.
ESPES Manual of Pediatric Minimally Invasive Surgery
Author: Ciro Esposito
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3030009645
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
This book is devoted to all the aspects of pediatric minimally invasive surgery and is written under the patronage of the European Society of Pediatric Endoscopic Surgery (ESPES) with the participation of leading international experts on Pediatric MIS. Comprising more than 50 chapters, the book begins with an introductory section describing the general and technical aspects of MIS approaches including laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, retroperitoneoscopy and robotic surgery. The main part of the book is divided into five subsections, each of which focuses on a specific system: thorax, abdomen, urology, gynecology and varia. For each subsection, the book examines several pathologies, accurately describing their clinical and diagnostic aspects and providing detailed information on the operative techniques, tips and tricks used in their treatment. Further, the book addresses potential complications in MIS and better ways to manage and prevent them. The volume will be of interest for pediatric surgeons, pediatric urologists or other professionals that need to access accurate descriptions of the MIS approaches adopted for the different surgical pathologies. At the same time, it addresses the needs of novices, including trainees, looking for general information on the management of the various diseases encountered in the pediatric population.
Publisher: Springer
ISBN: 3030009645
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 537
Book Description
This book is devoted to all the aspects of pediatric minimally invasive surgery and is written under the patronage of the European Society of Pediatric Endoscopic Surgery (ESPES) with the participation of leading international experts on Pediatric MIS. Comprising more than 50 chapters, the book begins with an introductory section describing the general and technical aspects of MIS approaches including laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, retroperitoneoscopy and robotic surgery. The main part of the book is divided into five subsections, each of which focuses on a specific system: thorax, abdomen, urology, gynecology and varia. For each subsection, the book examines several pathologies, accurately describing their clinical and diagnostic aspects and providing detailed information on the operative techniques, tips and tricks used in their treatment. Further, the book addresses potential complications in MIS and better ways to manage and prevent them. The volume will be of interest for pediatric surgeons, pediatric urologists or other professionals that need to access accurate descriptions of the MIS approaches adopted for the different surgical pathologies. At the same time, it addresses the needs of novices, including trainees, looking for general information on the management of the various diseases encountered in the pediatric population.
The SAGES Manual of Quality, Outcomes and Patient Safety
Author: David S. Tichansky, MD, FACS
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1441979018
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 590
Book Description
SAGES represents a worldwide community of surgeons that can bring minimal access surgery, endoscopy and emerging techniques to patients in every country.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1441979018
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 590
Book Description
SAGES represents a worldwide community of surgeons that can bring minimal access surgery, endoscopy and emerging techniques to patients in every country.
Complications in Small Animal Surgery
Author: Dominique Griffon
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470959622
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 968
Book Description
Complications in Small Animal Surgery provides a complete reference to diagnosing, managing, and treating surgical complications, with information following a standardized format for ease of use. • Presents comprehensive information on diagnosing, managing, and preventing surgical complications using an accessible format • Offers a well-defined, thoroughly illustrated format to maximize practical value, with algorithms, tables, practical tips, and many images throughout • Covers common and uncommon complications in all body systems • Serves as a reference to recent literature relevant to each complication • Includes access to a companion website with videos, figures from the book available for download into PowerPoint, and linked references at www.wiley.com/go/griffon/complications
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470959622
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 968
Book Description
Complications in Small Animal Surgery provides a complete reference to diagnosing, managing, and treating surgical complications, with information following a standardized format for ease of use. • Presents comprehensive information on diagnosing, managing, and preventing surgical complications using an accessible format • Offers a well-defined, thoroughly illustrated format to maximize practical value, with algorithms, tables, practical tips, and many images throughout • Covers common and uncommon complications in all body systems • Serves as a reference to recent literature relevant to each complication • Includes access to a companion website with videos, figures from the book available for download into PowerPoint, and linked references at www.wiley.com/go/griffon/complications
Practical Manual for Laparoscopic & Hysteroscopic Gynecological Surgery
Author: Ibrahim Alkatout
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
ISBN: 9352701941
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 830
Book Description
SECTION 1 BASICS AND ANATOMICAL ASPECTS OF ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY Chapter 1. Historical Perspectives Chapter 2. Clinical Anatomy for Gynecological Laparoscopic Surgery Chapter 3. Instruments and Equipment for Laparoscopic Surgery: Apparatus and Optic Holders Chapter 4. Practical Approach to Instrumentation Chapter 5. Current Laparoscopic Training Models Chapter 6. Learning by Doing: How to Teach Laparoscopic Surgery? Chapter 7. Training in Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery Chapter 8. Current Training Models in Hysteroscopy Chapter 9. Risk Assessment and Counseling Prior to Laparoscopic Surgery Chapter 10. Peritoneal Access ""Chapter 11. Risk Management in Gynecological Endoscopy Chapter 12. Female Pelvis Innervation and Vascularization in Laparoscopy Chapter 13. Suturing and Ligature Techniques at Laparoscopy Chapter 14. General Surgery Conditions and Techniques for Gyne-endoscopic Surgeons Chapter 15. Pneumoperitoneum: Known and Lesser-known Perspectives-Scope and Considerations SECTION 2 SPECIFIC GYNECOLOGICAL LAPAROSCOPIC PROCEDURES Chapter 16. Benign Ovarian Tumors Chapter 17. Ectopic Pregnancy Chapter 18. Laparoscopic Surgery in Pregnancy Chapter 19. Extragenital Findings in Gynecological Laparoscopy Chapter 20. Tubal Surgery Chapter 21. Endoscopy Techniques for Tubal Sterilization Chapter 22. Tubal Torsion: The Diagnostic Dilemma Chapter 23. Endometriosis Chapter 24. Adenomyosis Treatment Chapter 25. Surgical Aspects and Therapeutic Modalities of Deep Infiltrating Diagnosis Chapter 26. Adenomyoma Resection in Infertility Chapter 27. Diagnosis of Bowel Endometriosis Chapter 28. Sentinel Lymph Node Detection Chapter 29. Laparoscopic Myomectomy Chapter 30. Specific Features of Myomectomy Chapter 31. Laparoscopic Myoma Therapy Chapter 32. Fertility-enhancing Endoscopic Surgeries Chapter 33. Technique of Routine Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with a Dissection of Uterine Vessels at Internal Iliac Level and Using a Uterine Manipulator Chapter 34. Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Chapter 35. Stepwise Approach to Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Chapter 36. Hysterectomies: Laparoscopic Subtotal Hysterectomy Chapter 37. Transvaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery Chapter 38. Overview of Endoscopic Pelvic Floor Defect Corrections Chapter 39. Critical Evaluation of Mesh-supported Vaginal and Chapter 40. Surgery for Pelvic Floor Defects Chapter 41. Laparoscopic Pectopexy Chapter 42. Esthetic Aspects of Pelvic Floor Repair Chapter 43. Oncologic Surgery on the Ovary Chapter 44. Oncologic Surgery on the Uterus Chapter 45. Robot-assisted Surgery in Gynecology SECTION 3 SPECIFIC HYSTEROSCOPIC PROCEDURES Chapter 46. Diagnostic and Office Hysteroscopy Chapter 47. Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy as Complementary Procedures Chapter 48. Operative Hysteroscopy SECTION 4 COMPLICATIONS IN LAPAROSCOPIC AND HYSTEROSCOPIC SURGERY Chapter 49. Laparoscopic Complications and Management Chapter 50. Complications of Hysteroscopy Index
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
ISBN: 9352701941
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 830
Book Description
SECTION 1 BASICS AND ANATOMICAL ASPECTS OF ENDOSCOPIC SURGERY Chapter 1. Historical Perspectives Chapter 2. Clinical Anatomy for Gynecological Laparoscopic Surgery Chapter 3. Instruments and Equipment for Laparoscopic Surgery: Apparatus and Optic Holders Chapter 4. Practical Approach to Instrumentation Chapter 5. Current Laparoscopic Training Models Chapter 6. Learning by Doing: How to Teach Laparoscopic Surgery? Chapter 7. Training in Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery Chapter 8. Current Training Models in Hysteroscopy Chapter 9. Risk Assessment and Counseling Prior to Laparoscopic Surgery Chapter 10. Peritoneal Access ""Chapter 11. Risk Management in Gynecological Endoscopy Chapter 12. Female Pelvis Innervation and Vascularization in Laparoscopy Chapter 13. Suturing and Ligature Techniques at Laparoscopy Chapter 14. General Surgery Conditions and Techniques for Gyne-endoscopic Surgeons Chapter 15. Pneumoperitoneum: Known and Lesser-known Perspectives-Scope and Considerations SECTION 2 SPECIFIC GYNECOLOGICAL LAPAROSCOPIC PROCEDURES Chapter 16. Benign Ovarian Tumors Chapter 17. Ectopic Pregnancy Chapter 18. Laparoscopic Surgery in Pregnancy Chapter 19. Extragenital Findings in Gynecological Laparoscopy Chapter 20. Tubal Surgery Chapter 21. Endoscopy Techniques for Tubal Sterilization Chapter 22. Tubal Torsion: The Diagnostic Dilemma Chapter 23. Endometriosis Chapter 24. Adenomyosis Treatment Chapter 25. Surgical Aspects and Therapeutic Modalities of Deep Infiltrating Diagnosis Chapter 26. Adenomyoma Resection in Infertility Chapter 27. Diagnosis of Bowel Endometriosis Chapter 28. Sentinel Lymph Node Detection Chapter 29. Laparoscopic Myomectomy Chapter 30. Specific Features of Myomectomy Chapter 31. Laparoscopic Myoma Therapy Chapter 32. Fertility-enhancing Endoscopic Surgeries Chapter 33. Technique of Routine Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy with a Dissection of Uterine Vessels at Internal Iliac Level and Using a Uterine Manipulator Chapter 34. Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Chapter 35. Stepwise Approach to Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Chapter 36. Hysterectomies: Laparoscopic Subtotal Hysterectomy Chapter 37. Transvaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery Chapter 38. Overview of Endoscopic Pelvic Floor Defect Corrections Chapter 39. Critical Evaluation of Mesh-supported Vaginal and Chapter 40. Surgery for Pelvic Floor Defects Chapter 41. Laparoscopic Pectopexy Chapter 42. Esthetic Aspects of Pelvic Floor Repair Chapter 43. Oncologic Surgery on the Ovary Chapter 44. Oncologic Surgery on the Uterus Chapter 45. Robot-assisted Surgery in Gynecology SECTION 3 SPECIFIC HYSTEROSCOPIC PROCEDURES Chapter 46. Diagnostic and Office Hysteroscopy Chapter 47. Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy as Complementary Procedures Chapter 48. Operative Hysteroscopy SECTION 4 COMPLICATIONS IN LAPAROSCOPIC AND HYSTEROSCOPIC SURGERY Chapter 49. Laparoscopic Complications and Management Chapter 50. Complications of Hysteroscopy Index
The SAGES Manual
Author: Ninh T. Nguyen
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461423473
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 598
Book Description
The much-anticipated revision of the second edition of The SAGES Manual: Fundamentals of Laparoscopy, Thoracoscopy, and GI Endoscopy, has been completely restructured, reorganized, and revised. The Manual has been split into two volumes for better portability. Volume I, Basic Laparoscopy and Endoscopy covers the fundamentals and procedures performed during surgical residency. Volume I will be the first volume used by students, residents, and allied healthcare professional trainees. Material has been added to these fundamentals and procedures that will also be of interest to experienced surgeons. Volume II, Advanced Laparoscopy and Endoscopy covers more advanced procedures, generally taught during fellowship. All of the sections have been reorganized with a critical eye to the needs of the modern minimal access surgeon. Two new editors have been added. Chapters have been revised by both new authors as well as many stalwart authors from previous editions. These portable handbooks cover all of the major laparoscopic and flexible endoscopic procedures in easy-to-read format. Indications, patient preparation, operative techniques, and strategies for avoiding and managing complications are included for the complete spectrum of both “gold standard” and emerging procedures in diagnostic and therapeutic laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, and endoscopy. The scope, detail, and quality of the contributions confirm and demonstrate the SAGES commitment to surgical education. This manual is sure to find a home in the pocket, locker or briefcase of all gastrointestinal endoscopic surgeons and residents.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 1461423473
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 598
Book Description
The much-anticipated revision of the second edition of The SAGES Manual: Fundamentals of Laparoscopy, Thoracoscopy, and GI Endoscopy, has been completely restructured, reorganized, and revised. The Manual has been split into two volumes for better portability. Volume I, Basic Laparoscopy and Endoscopy covers the fundamentals and procedures performed during surgical residency. Volume I will be the first volume used by students, residents, and allied healthcare professional trainees. Material has been added to these fundamentals and procedures that will also be of interest to experienced surgeons. Volume II, Advanced Laparoscopy and Endoscopy covers more advanced procedures, generally taught during fellowship. All of the sections have been reorganized with a critical eye to the needs of the modern minimal access surgeon. Two new editors have been added. Chapters have been revised by both new authors as well as many stalwart authors from previous editions. These portable handbooks cover all of the major laparoscopic and flexible endoscopic procedures in easy-to-read format. Indications, patient preparation, operative techniques, and strategies for avoiding and managing complications are included for the complete spectrum of both “gold standard” and emerging procedures in diagnostic and therapeutic laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, and endoscopy. The scope, detail, and quality of the contributions confirm and demonstrate the SAGES commitment to surgical education. This manual is sure to find a home in the pocket, locker or briefcase of all gastrointestinal endoscopic surgeons and residents.