There are numerous textbooks detailing almost every aspect of the different laparoscopic procedures. However, in this era of evidence-based medicine, a text focusing on the controversies – from the laparoscopic as well as the general surgeon's point of view – is missing. This book is not intended to be yet another textbook of laparoscopy; instead, its main purpose is to address unsettled issues of controversy. This will significantly enhance evidence-based knowledge of this developing field, stimulate thinking and discussions in rounds and meetings, assist surgeons in their decision making and stimulate further research. This book is not aimed only at laparoscopic surgeons – with their steadily increasing number – but also at general surgeons and surgical trainees. It will define and sharpen points of controversy by internationally recognized authors, and thus provide 'state of the art' quality to each topic.

The latest techniques, technologies, and analysis from world-renowned experts This technique-focused, color- illustrated text brings together masters of minimally invasive surgery to teach you new skills. Laparoscopic Surgery demonstrates surgical problem-solving in many specialties, from gastroenterology to gynecology and urology. Written for surgeons and residents who want to develop their techniques and expand their repertoires, this exceptional reference reflects the state of the art in laparoscopy and minimally invasive techniques. Providing the details that make the techniques useful and meaningful, Laparoscopic Surgery demonstrates the most widely used procedures as performed by the world’s leading authorities. More than 100 chapters bring you expert coverage of: The newest techniques, illustrated Details on the latest instruments and equipment Analyses of meta-results and comparisons with conventional techniques The latest procedures for liver and biliary disease New laparoscopic diagnostic techniques 475 illustrations detailing step-by-step procedures 4 chapters on video-assisted thoracoscopic procedures Minimally invasive open-heart surgery In-depth discussions of complications and treatments

The second edition of Endocrine Surgery is a comprehensive update of the previous edition published in 2003. Edited by three leading authorities in the field of surgical endocrinology, the book encompasses the clinical, imaging, nuclear, molecular, technological and evidence-based principles that are applied in the diagnosis and treatment of all categories of endocrine tumors. Authored by experts from across the globe, this textbook reflects the best international clinical practice and also provides an outstanding educational resource. With full color illustrations throughout, the new edition emphasizes contemporary approaches in successive stages including: pituitary endocrine tumors; pathology and pathophysiology of pulmonary neuroendocrine cells; surgery of endocrine tumors of the lungs and thymus; robotic endocrine surgery; molecular testing of thyroid nodules; pediatric surgery for neuroblastoma and ganglioneuroma; multiple endocrine neoplasia; retroperitoneoscopic adrenalectomy; radionuclide imaging of carcinoid tumors, pancreas and adrenals; serotonin-induced cardiac valvular disease and surgical treatment; multimodal management of primary and metastatic neuroendocrine tumors; pathophysiology and surgery of Type II diabetes; post-bariatric surgery hyperinsulinemic hypoglycemia; and surgical management of metabolic syndrome. Endocrine Surgery 2e provides the clinician with a definitive resource to reach curative outcomes in the treatment of patients with endocrine pituitary, thyroid, and parathyroid entities. Further coverage of broncho-pulmonary, adrenal, pancreatic, and intestinal neoplasia is also included, making this the definitive textbook on the subject. Demetrius Pertsemlidis, MD FACS The Bradley H. Jack Professor of Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, USA William B. Inabnet III, MD FACS Professor of Surgery and Chief, Division of Metabolic, Endocrine and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, USA Michel Gagner, M.D. FRCSC, FACS, FASMBS Clinical Professor of surgery, Herbert Wertheim School of Medicine, Florida International University, Miami, FL and Senior consultant, Hôpital du Sacre Coeur, Montreal, Quebec, Canada Print Versions of this book also include access to the ebook version.

Containing colour figures whcih depict minimally-invasive methods, this reference illustrates cutting-edge techniques and modern technologies in endocrine surgical management, encompassing traditional and emerging concepts in physiology, molecular endocrinology, imaging and surgery to anchor and assist professionals in all areas of this burgeoning discipline.

L’obésité est une maladie chronique, complexe et évolutive qui peut entraîner des difficultés importantes dans le quotidien des gens qui en sont affectés. Au Québec, 27 % de la population en souffrirait, soit un peu plus d’une personne sur quatre. Et parmi celles-ci, 300 000 seraient carrément atteintes d’obésité morbide. Plusieurs de ces personnes ont tenté, sans résultat, de perdre du poids en essayant tous les régimes possibles et imaginables. Il ne leur reste qu’une solution : la chirurgie bariatrique. Ce livre s’adresse à elles. Les traitements pour combattre l’obésité étaient considérés comme de la science-fiction il y a quelques décennies à peine. Aujourd’hui, la chirurgie bariatrique redonne de l’espoir à plus de 3000 Québécoises et Québécois chaque année. Pour le Dr Michel Gagner, grand spécialiste du sujet, il y a une règle d’or : le bon type de chirurgie, au bon moment, pour le bon patient. Il espère que cet ouvrage permettra aux personnes souffrant d’obésité de mieux comprendre ce que la médecine moderne peut leur offrir. Il leur propose toute l’information nécessaire pour prendre une décision éclairée. Un livre pour tous ceux et celles qui veulent venir à bout de cette maladie.

A description of progressive techniques for laparoscopic management of diseases of the liver, pancreas, adrenal glands, spleen and kidney. Anatomy and physiology, aetiology, indications and contraindications, and pre- and postoperative considerations are reviewed.

This is an Erratum of the publsihed paper: White paper: definitions of artificial intelligence and autonomous actions in clinical surgery.