Description
Principles of Gynecologic Oncology Surgery
Book Summary
This work is presented as a comprehensive and up-to-date guide for the surgeon specializing in gynecologic oncology. The reader will find a detailed analysis of the most advanced surgical techniques, ranging from minimally invasive surgery to Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols. The primary value of this work lies in its multidisciplinary approach, integrating reconstructive, colorectal, urological, and vascular surgery, and offering multimedia resources for a practical and visual understanding of the procedures.
What is it about?
The book addresses the fundamental principles and cutting-edge techniques in gynecologic oncology surgery. It is structured around highly topical themes, such as the management of sentinel lymph nodes and various modalities of minimally invasive surgery, including robotic surgery, advanced laparoscopy, and single-site surgery. Each chapter, prepared by leading surgeons in their field, covers crucial aspects of reconstructive, colorectal, urological, and vascular surgery. Furthermore, the work provides a comprehensive approach to the diagnosis, management, and prevention of surgical complications. An additional high-value resource is access to online videos that guide the user through key procedures, such as laparoscopic abdominal exploration for the assessment of cytoreduction in advanced ovarian cancer, laparoscopic hysterectomy with sentinel lymph node mapping, and radical hysterectomy.
Main Topics
- Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols.
- Sentinel lymph node management in gynecologic oncology.
- Minimally invasive surgery techniques: robotics, advanced laparoscopy, and single-site surgery.
- Reconstructive, colorectal, urological, and vascular surgery applied to gynecologic oncology.
- Diagnosis, management, and prevention of surgical complications.
- Detailed surgical procedures with audiovisual support.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is primarily aimed at gynecologic oncologic surgeons, both in training and already specialized, who seek to update and deepen their knowledge of the latest surgical techniques. It is also of great utility for obstetrics and gynecology residents, surgical oncologists, and any healthcare professional involved in the multidisciplinary management of gynecologic cancer.
What this book offers
- Updates on the most advanced surgical techniques and cutting-edge protocols like ERAS.
- Multidisciplinary approach that integrates diverse surgical specialties for comprehensive management of the oncological patient.
- Multimedia resources with videos of key procedures for visual and practical learning.
- Practical guide for the diagnosis, management, and prevention of complications, improving patient safety.
- Content prepared by renowned experts in each specific field of oncological surgery.
Technical Data
- Author: Ramirez, Pedro T.
- Publisher: Elsevier España, S.L.U.
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Oncology, Gynecology and Obstetrics, Surgical Oncology
- Collection: Medicine
- Binding: Hardcover
- Edition date: September 2019
- Number of pages: 416
- Weight: 1180 g
Editorial Review
This is an essential reference work for the specialist in gynecologic oncology surgery. Its main strength is the combination of rigorous and updated theoretical content with a practical and visual orientation, enhanced by online videos. The multidisciplinary structure and the participation of experts in each surgical area guarantee complete and high-quality coverage, making it a valuable resource for both training and daily clinical practice.