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Robotic Surgery, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • May 12, 2014
  • Bernard J. Park
  • English
  • Hardback
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  • eBook
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This issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics is devoted to "Robotic Surgery." Editor Bernard Park, MD of Hackensack University Medical Center brings together the top experts to review this important topic in thoracic surgery. Articles in this issue include: Robotic Thoracic Surgery: Technical Considerations and Learning Curve; VATS-based Approach for Robotic Lobectomy; Total Port Approach for Robotic Lobectomy; Long-term Results for Robotic Lobectomy for Lung Cancer; Robotic Segmentectomy and Pneumonectomy; Robotic Benign Esophageal Procedures; Robotic Esophagectomy (Ivor Lewis and McKeown Approaches); Robotic Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis; Robotic Thymectomy for Thymic Neoplasms; and Robotic versus Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery: Advantages and Disadvantages.

Management of Benign and Malignant Pleural Effusions, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 23-1
  • December 11, 2012
  • Cliff K.C. Choong
  • English
  • Hardback
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  • eBook
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This issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics covers the management of benign and malignant pleural effusions. Expert authors review the most current information available about decision making in the management of pleural effusion, management of hemothorax, surgical management of malignant pleural effusion, surgical treatment of malignant mesothelioma, and more. Keep up-to-the-minute with the latest developments in this important aspect of thoracic surgery practice.

Kirklin/Barratt-Boyes Cardiac Surgery

  • 4th Edition
  • September 7, 2012
  • James K Kirklin + 1 more
  • English
  • Hardback
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  • eBook
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Now in its 4th edition, Kirklin/Barratt-Boyes Cardiac Surgery remains your indispensable source for definitive, state-of-the-art answers on every aspect of adult and pediatric cardiac surgery. This dynamic medical reference thoroughly and systematically covers the full range of new and classic surgical procedures—including the latest alternate and minimally invasive surgical techniques—and presents the up-to-date clinical evidence you need to make effective management decisions.

Cardiac Surgery E-Book

  • 2nd Edition
  • April 11, 2012
  • Donald B. Doty
  • English
  • eBook
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Cardiac Surgery: Operative Technique, by Drs. Donald B. Doty and John R. Doty, is your essential source on how to perform today’s full range of cardiac surgical techniques. Over 1,000 crisp illustrations and expert, evidence-based discussions guide you step by step, equipping you to perform all of the latest procedures and get the best outcomes.

Thymoma, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 21-1
  • December 15, 2010
  • Federico Venuta
  • English
  • Hardback
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Lead by Guest Editor Federico Venuta, this issue on Thymoma is a collaborative effort of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons' Thymic Working Group. This panel of experts from around the world explores 14 different topics related to thymoma and thymic carcinoma, such as the prediction of Thymoma histology and stage by radiographic criteria, the management of stage I and II Thymoma, minimally invasive and robotic-assisted Thymus resection, chemotherapy for Thymic tumors, published guidelines for the management of Thymoma, and more.

Surgical Conditions of the Diaphragm, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 19-4
  • December 22, 2009
  • Gail Darling
  • English
  • Hardback
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Proposed topics for this issue include: Anatomy and Physiology; Imaging; Paralysis –Acquired; Eventration; Posterior Hernias in Infants; Anterior Hernias in Infants; Congenital Hernias in Adults; Traumatic Hernias; Traumatic Hernias; Paraesophageal Hernias; Tumors; Reconstructive Techniques.

Thoracic Surgery in the Elderly, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 19-3
  • December 1, 2009
  • Mark K. Ferguson
  • English
  • Hardback
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Proposed topics for this issue include: Preoperative Evaluation and Risk Assessment; Surgical Management of Benign Pulmonary Diseases; Surgical Resection for Lung Cancer in the Elderly; Benign Esophageal Diseases – Diagnosis and Treatment; Surgical Resection for Esophageal Cancer in the Elderly; Postoperative Pain Management in the Elderly; Chemotherapy in the Elderly – Induction and Adjuvant Therapy; Radiation Issues in the Elderly; Quality of Life Issues and Ethical Dilemmas in the Elderly; Areas of Future Research and Studies.

Update on Surgical and Endoscopic Management of Emphysema, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 19-2
  • June 30, 2009
  • Cliff K.C. Choong
  • English
  • Hardback
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The Epidemiology, Clinical features and Natural History of Emphysema; The National Emphysema Treatment Trial (NETT); 'Rationale and Experience for Staged Lung Volume Reduction Surgery' Rationale and Experience for Staged Lung Volume Reduction Surgery; Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Non-Heterogenous Emphysema; Lung Volume Reduction Surgery for Alpha-1-Antripsin Emphysema; Concomitant Lung Cancer Resection and Lung Volume Reduction Surgery; Concomitant Cardiac Surgery and Lung Volume Reduction Surgery; Decision Making in the Management of Secondary Pneumothorax in Patients with Severe Emphysema; Intraoperative and Postoperative Management of Pulmonary Alveolar Air Leaks in Thoracic Surgery; Airway Bypass Treatment of Severe Homogenous Emphysema; Treatment of Heterogenous Emphysema Using The Spiration IBV Intrabronchial Valves; Treatment of Heterogenous Emphysema Using The Emphasys Zephyr EBV Endobronchial Valves; Update on Donor Assessment, Resuscitation and Acceptance Criteria; Update on Lung Transplantation for End Stage Emphysema

Diseases of the Mediastinum, An Issue of Thoracic Surgery Clinics

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 19-1
  • February 19, 2009
  • Federico Venuta
  • English
  • Hardback
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Utility of PET in the mediastinum; Diagnostic strategies for mediastinal tumors and masses; Infections of the mediastinum; Genetic markers of mediastinal diseases; Mediastinal tumors and cysts in the pediatric population; Multimodality treatment of germ cell tumors of the mediastinum; Surgical approaches to the thymus in patients with MG; Multimodality treatment of thymoma; Vascular lesions of the mediastinum; Combined cervico – thoracic approaches for complex mediastinal masses; Intraoperative strategy in patients with extended involvement of mediastinal structures; The role of surgical resection for locally recurring mediastinal tumors; Modern Radiotherapy for Mediastinal Disease; Surgery of the mediastinum -historical notes.