The slim fourth edition published 10 years ago is reborn as a hefty fifth edition because of significant advances in understanding of hepatobiliary anatomy, improvements in diagnosis and preoperative management, and significant expansion in the number of operations now being undertaken for disorders of the liver, biliary system, and pancreas. The impact of minimally invasive surgery is considered with particular reference to its role in the evaluation and management of disorders of the biliary system. Emphasis is placed on clear depiction of operative detail, and the illustrative line drawings are of remarkable clarity. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Since the publication of the 4th edition in 1988, there have been major advances in the treatment of diseases of the liver, gall bladder and pancreas. The development of laparoscopic techniques and interventional radiology have revolutionized aspects of surgical treatment and increased the range of operative choice. This edition addresses all these developments and provides the most comprehensive and up-to-date operative atlas available in this field of surgical practice. The international team of editors and contributors present authoritative guidance on surgical anatomy, patient evaluation, operative technique, preoperative management and complications.
