Full Description
First edition, with DVD in NTSC format.The staff at one of the world's leading cancer centers have here collaborated on a practical guide to the procedures involved in gynaecologic oncology, covering the latest developments in both open and minimally invasive surgery. The chapters are purposely presented in great detail giving the reader a complete working knowledge of each procedure. The procedures are explained step by step and fully illustrated, with 800 colour photographs used throughout, and an accompanying DVD provides over one hour of video clips with spoken commentary.
Contents
Part I Open ProceduresAbdominal Hysterectomy 3. Surgical Cytoreduction 4. Pelvic Exenteration Part II Laparoscopic Procedures: 5. Laparoscopic Staging Procedures 6. Laparoscopic Radical Hysterectomy 7. Second-look Laparoscopy with Intraperitoneal Catheter Placement 8. Extraperitoneal Lymph Node Procedures Part III Vulvar/Vaginal Procedures: 9. Surgery for Carcinoma of the Vulva 10. Laparoscopically Assisted Vaginal Radical Hysterectomy 11. Vaginal Radical Trachelectomy Part IV Related Surgical Procedures: 12. Paracentesis 13. Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy Tube Placement 14. Chest Tube Placement (Tube Thoracostomy) 15. Central Venous Catheter Placement 16. Mediport Placement 17. Brachytherapy
