Annotation
The book contains predominantly color illustrations, with some black-and-white illustrations.


From the Publisher
This well-illustrated text covers all aspects of laparoscopic urologic surgery. It examines the laparoscopic indications for using laparoscopy for a particular procedure and then describes the laparoscopic techniques in detail and reviews how to handle complications and untoward events. It finishes each chapter by providing an overview of the procedure and recommendations on "tricks of the trade. "


From The Critics
Booknews
For resident and practicing urologists whether they are already laparoscopists or would just like to be. Discusses the history and evolution of laparoscopy in general, and the underlying physiological and anaesthetic principles rather than specific techniques that are rapidly being improved. Then describes 12 urologic procedures that are performed laparoscopically, and other applications such as retroperitoneal lymph node dissection, and bowel surgery. Well illustrated, highly in color. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)


Accreditation
Parra, Raul O., MD, FACS (St Louis Univ); Boullier, John A., MD, PhD (St Louis Univ)
The contributors represent the specialties of urology and surgery. Most are from academic medical centers in the U.S., Spain, Mexico, and Canada. Institutions represented include St Louis Univ, Valme Univ Hospital, and Escuela Medico Militar.