Description
Atlas of Cardiac Surgical Techniques (2nd ed.)
Book Summary
This work is a detailed, quick-reference guide for cardiovascular surgeons, both experienced and in training. It presents a step-by-step description of the main cardiac surgical procedures, ranging from classic open techniques to the latest minimally invasive and percutaneous interventions. With a practical and structured approach, each chapter breaks down surgical anatomy, preoperative considerations, procedural steps, and postoperative care, facilitating clinical application and surgical success.
What is it about?
The book provides a visual and didactic guide to a wide spectrum of cardiac surgery procedures. The second edition has been extensively revised and includes new techniques such as percutaneous mitral valve repair and aortic valve replacement. Special attention is given to minimally invasive techniques for coronary artery, mitral valve, and aortic valve surgery. In addition, chapters on highly specialized interventions such as pulmonary endarterectomy and surgery for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy are included. Each procedure is addressed with a sequential approach, divided into surgical anatomy, preoperative considerations, procedural steps, postoperative care, and a section on tips and pitfalls. The atlas format is complemented by over 20 videos showcasing the most relevant cardiac surgical techniques in current practice.
Main Topics
- Myocardial revascularization techniques, including minimally invasive approaches.
- Cardiac valve repair and replacement (mitral, aortic) using open and percutaneous surgery.
- Surgical procedures for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and pulmonary endarterectomy.
- Surgical anatomy applied to each cardiac intervention.
- Preoperative and postoperative care strategies in cardiovascular surgery.
- Identification of common errors and keys to success for each procedure.
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at practicing cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons, as well as specialists in training (residents and fellows) seeking a practical and visual guide to master cardiac surgical procedures. It is also useful for interventional cardiologists and healthcare professionals involved in the surgical management of cardiac pathologies.
What this book offers
- A step-by-step, structured approach that facilitates the understanding and execution of complex procedures.
- Access to more than 20 videos of current surgical techniques, complementing visual learning.
- Updates with the most recent minimally invasive and percutaneous techniques in cardiac surgery.
- An atlas format with detailed illustrations that clarify surgical anatomy and the steps of each intervention.
- A quick-reference tool for resolving questions in the operating room or during preoperative planning.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Sellke, Frank W.
- Publisher: Elsevier España, S.L.U.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: SURGERY, CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY, VASCULAR SURGERY
- Collection: MEDICINE
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: May 2019
- Number of pages: 608
- Weight: 1940 g
Editorial Review
This second edition of the Atlas of Cardiac Surgical Techniques establishes itself as a fundamental tool for the modern cardiovascular surgeon. Its value lies in the combination of comprehensive and updated content with a visual and didactic presentation that facilitates learning and clinical application. The inclusion of videos and the focus on minimally invasive techniques address the current needs of the specialty, making it a practical and relevant resource for both training and daily practice.