It is appropriate that a surgical teacher. Robert E. Hermann. M.D . . with a large experience in a specialized field should author the beautifully il lustrated Manual of StlrRery of the Gallbladder. Bile Ducts. and Exocrine Pancreas. This manual. which takes its place in the distinguished series sponsored by RiChard H. Egdahl, M.D . . is designed for the working sur geon. resident or practitioner. who wishes to refresh his memory or to bring himself abreast of current thinking and technics. The carefully planned format and the elegant color illustrations of Mr. Robert Reed per mit this with the expenditure of a minimum of time and effort. and sur geons who must operate on the organs and structures it covers will wish to have it available for reference. Stanley O. Hoerr. M.D. former Chairman. Division of Surgery Cleveland Clinic Chairman. Department of Surgery Fairview General Hospital Cleveland. Ohio Preface Operations on the gallbladder and bile ducts are among the surgical proce dures most commonly performed by general surgeons. In most hospitals, cholecystectomy is the most frequently performed operation within the ab domen; approximately 6()(), OOO are performed each year in the United States. In addition, an estimated 120,000 bile duct operations are performed yearly. Pancreatic surgery is less frequent, but because of the close relation between the biliary system and the pancreas, knowledge of pancreatic problems is equally essential to the surgeon.

This handbook provides a comprehesive but succinct overview of medical and surgical management of diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary tree. It includes imaging of the pancreas and hepatobiliary system as well. Open and minimally invasive surgical management techniques are covered. Coverage includes pancreatic cancer and cysts, pancreatitis, complications of panreatic surgery, ultrasound for liver disease, cirrhosis and portal hypertension, neuroendocrine and colorectal metastases to the liver, gallstones, cholesystitis, infections in biliary surgery, and more. Target markets include surgical residents, surgical nurses, beginning fellows in HPB training programs. There may also be some uptake from gastroenterologists.

Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery is part of the Master Techniques in Surgery Series, which presents common and advanced procedures in the major subspecialties of general surgery. The series is overseen by Josef E. Fischer, MD, editor of the classic two-volume reference Mastery of Surgery. Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery depicts surgery of the liver, hepatobiliary tree, and pancreas, including cholecystectomy and hepatic resections. Both laparoscopic and open procedures are depicted. The book is written by acknowledged master surgeons, emphasizes surgical procedures, and is lavishly illustrated with original full-color drawings. Each chapter briefly assesses indications, contraindications, and preoperative planning before fully explaining and illustrating the procedure in step-by-step detail. Outcomes, complications, and follow-up are also discussed. Each chapter ends with a brief reference list. A companion website will offer the fully searchable content of the book and procedural videos.

Video Atlas: Liver, Biliary and Pancreatic Surgery demonstrates advanced techniques used to train surgeons all over the world. Dr. Leslie H Blumgart has developed an extensive library of high-quality, narrated, and captioned videos that present history, radiologic evidence, and operative procedures—from major and minor resectional procedures to biliary and pancreatic anastomotic techniques. Dr. Carlos U. Corvera has worked with Dr. Blumgart to contribute laparoscopic alternatives to these innovative and landmark surgeries. Online at www.expertconsult.com and in print this multimedia resource provides detailed, practical instruction on this challenging area of surgery. Master difficult, complex, and lesser-known surgeries through more than 10 hours of high-quality procedural videos narrated by Dr. Leslie H. Blumgart—a pioneer in the field. See how an expert handles difficult cases from clear illustrations and step-by-step discussions of procedures, including Dr. Blumgart’s personal techniques. Get coverage of major and minor resectional procedures, biliary tract and pancreatic resection, biliary and pancreatic anastomotic techniques, and more—including newly pioneered minimally invasive procedures from Dr. Carlos U. Corvera. Access the fully searchable text online at www.expertconsult.com.