Principles of Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
- 2nd Edition - June 24, 2024
- Latest edition
- Editors: Pedro T. Ramirez, Michael Frumovitz
- Language: English
Written and edited by global leaders in the field, Principles of Gynecologic Oncology Surgery, 2nd Edition, offers a practical, "how-to" approach to the most important and commo… Read more
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Written and edited by global leaders in the field, Principles of Gynecologic Oncology Surgery, 2nd Edition, offers a practical, "how-to" approach to the most important and commonly performed procedures in this fast-moving specialty. Organized by cancer type, this comprehensive reference covers issues related to surgical anatomy, patient evaluation, procedure indications and details, and management of complications for both open and minimally invasive procedures. It clearly describes the critical steps for each procedure, provides up-to-date information on the recent literature, and includes high-quality illustrations of anatomy and technique.
- Covers the most current treatment and management options with expert guidance from leading surgeons at top cancer centers throughout the world
- Contains new chapters on surgery in pregnant women who have been diagnosed with gynecologic cancers; perioperative analgesic management; uterine transposition; and uterine transplantation
- Provides increased coverage of AI and its use in navigation of surgery; a new section on thoracic cavity and chest wall anatomy; significant updates regarding Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS); and an expanded discussion of radiation-related complications and their management
- Addresses the diagnosis, management and prevention of surgical complications
- Provides timely updates on newly recommended sentinel lymph node mapping for endometrial cancer staging, PARP inhibitors in ovarian cancer, molecular subtyping in endometrial cancer, cervical cancer and standard of care. and updates on both laparoscopic and robotic surgery
- Includes expert coverage of reconstructive surgery, colorectal surgery, urology, and vascular surgery, each written by surgeon leaders in that particular field
- Features procedural videos that guide you through a multitude of procedures, including abdominal exploration using laparoscopy for evaluation of cytoreduction in advanced ovarian cancer, laparoscopic hysterectomies with sentinel lymph node mapping, radical hysterectomy, robotic radical trachelectomy, and more, as well as high-quality illustrations including surgical photos, pathology photos, imaging, and anatomical figures
- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Gynecologic oncologists; surgeons
1. Pelvic, Abdominal, and Thoracic Anatomy
2. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery: Standard of Care in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
3. Vulvar Surgery and Sentinel Node Mapping for Vulvar Cancer
4. Conservative Surgery in Early-Stage Cervical Cancer
5. The Application of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Cervical Cancer
6. Abdominal Radical Hysterectomy
7. Hysterectomy With Pelvic and Paraaortic Lymphadenectomy
8. Sentinel Node Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
9. Laparoscopic Assessment for Cytoreduction
10. Radical Upper Abdominal Surgery: Liver, Diaphragm, and Spleen
11. Radical Pelvic and Retroperitoneal Ovarian Cancer Surgery
12. Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
13. Complications and Management of Radical Cytoreduction
14. Pelvic Exenteration for Gynecologic Cancers
15. Complications of Pelvic Exenteration
16. Small Bowel and Large Bowel Resection and Anastomosis
17. Management of Bowel Surgery Complications
18. Management of Urologic Complications in Gynecologic Oncologic Surgery
19. Pelvic Reconstruction in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
20. Urinary Diversion in Gynecologic Oncology
21. Management of Vascular Complications
22. Complications of Radiation Oncology
23. Surgery in Pregnant Patients With Gynecologic Cancers
24. Laparoscopic Approach to Gynecologic Malignancy
25. Robotic Surgery in Gynecologic Oncology
26. Complications of Minimally Invasive Surgery
27. Perioperative Analgesic Management
28. Perioperative Nutritional Management
29. Uterine Transposition
30. Uterus Transplantation—A Gynecologic-Oncology Perspective
2. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery: Standard of Care in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
3. Vulvar Surgery and Sentinel Node Mapping for Vulvar Cancer
4. Conservative Surgery in Early-Stage Cervical Cancer
5. The Application of Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Cervical Cancer
6. Abdominal Radical Hysterectomy
7. Hysterectomy With Pelvic and Paraaortic Lymphadenectomy
8. Sentinel Node Mapping for Endometrial Cancer
9. Laparoscopic Assessment for Cytoreduction
10. Radical Upper Abdominal Surgery: Liver, Diaphragm, and Spleen
11. Radical Pelvic and Retroperitoneal Ovarian Cancer Surgery
12. Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
13. Complications and Management of Radical Cytoreduction
14. Pelvic Exenteration for Gynecologic Cancers
15. Complications of Pelvic Exenteration
16. Small Bowel and Large Bowel Resection and Anastomosis
17. Management of Bowel Surgery Complications
18. Management of Urologic Complications in Gynecologic Oncologic Surgery
19. Pelvic Reconstruction in Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
20. Urinary Diversion in Gynecologic Oncology
21. Management of Vascular Complications
22. Complications of Radiation Oncology
23. Surgery in Pregnant Patients With Gynecologic Cancers
24. Laparoscopic Approach to Gynecologic Malignancy
25. Robotic Surgery in Gynecologic Oncology
26. Complications of Minimally Invasive Surgery
27. Perioperative Analgesic Management
28. Perioperative Nutritional Management
29. Uterine Transposition
30. Uterus Transplantation—A Gynecologic-Oncology Perspective
"...provides a comprehensive overview of anatomy, surgical management of all gynecologic cancers, surgical complications, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy, uterine transplantation, and perioperative considerations.... The quick reference and ability to distill complex medical conditions in a simple, easy-to-digest manner is a strength of this book.... Each area contains important clinical nuggets, and each chapter is referenced with up-to-date research for those who wish a deeper dive into a topic. Valuable features in this book include its content organization, logical diagrams and pictures, intraoperative pictures, and drawings to aid in teaching. There is an online accessible version of the book, which provides access to content when away from the physical book. The book’s clear diagrams aid in instruction and its digital content aids readers anywhere they may be. This is an essential and practical book for all those caring for patients requiring surgical management of gynecologic cancers. Its content is comprehensive, expansive, and detailed." Review by Shivani Patel, MD (University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center), ©Doody's Review Service 2025. Doody's Score: 90, 4 Stars!
- Edition: 2
- Latest edition
- Published: June 24, 2024
- Language: English
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Pedro T. Ramirez
Pedro T. Ramirez MD is Professor of Gynecologic Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. He has authored and co-authored 264 scientific publications and has written 19 book chapters, monographs, and invited articles. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Gynecological Cancer. In addition, he is the Director of the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Gynecologic Oncology Program at MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Dr. Ramirez is the Principal Investigator of numerous prospective trials, including the LACC Trial. His areas of research interest include outcomes of minimally invasive surgery in gynecologic cancers and enhanced recovery after surgery implementation pathways.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Gynecological Cancer, Houston Methodist Hospital, Neal Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USAMF
Michael Frumovitz
Affiliations and expertise
Professor and Chief Patient Experience Officer, Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA