Blumgart's Surgery of the Liver, Pancreas and Biliary Tract E-Book, 6th Edition
Extensively revised with new illustrations, new clinical photos, this classic text remains the most comprehensive and up-to-date resource on surgery of the hepatobiliary and pancreatic region. Dr. William Jarnagin and his team of internationally recognized surgeons continue the Blumgart’s tradition of excellence, bringing you the latest advances in diagnostic and surgical techniques. You’ll find updates on the newest minimally invasive surgeries, new interventional diagnostic techniques, and complete coverage of all relevant diseases, including those seen in the tropics.
Extensively revised with new illustrations, new clinical photos, this classic text remains the most comprehensive and up-to-date resource on surgery of the hepatobiliary and pancreatic region. Dr. William Jarnagin and his team of internationally recognized surgeons continue the Blumgart’s tradition of excellence, bringing you the latest advances in diagnostic and surgical techniques. You’ll find updates on the newest minimally invasive surgeries, new interventional diagnostic techniques, and complete coverage of all relevant diseases, including those seen in the tropics.
New to this edition
- Presents cutting edge guidance on pathology, diagnostics, surgery and non-operative intervention of the liver, biliary tract, and pancreas in a single, comprehensive reference.
- Covers the most recent non-surgical therapies for pancreatic cancer, microwave ablation, and other emerging technologies.
- Brings you up to date with recent developments in transplantation, minimally invasive surgery, percutaneous devices, pre- and post-care, blood transfusion, and surgical techniques for the spleen.
- Features an extensively revised art and illustration program, with new anatomical line drawings (including hundreds now in color), more than 750 new clinical photos, more schematic diagrams that summarize information, and new graphs and algorithms throughout.
Key Features
- Considers all worldwide opinions and approaches to management, and includes key data on surgical outcomes to better inform your clinical decision-making.
- Covers exactly what you need to know, balancing basic science with information on clinical practice.
Author Information
| ISBN Number | 9780323340878 |
|---|---|
| Description Author List | Edited by William R. Jarnagin, MD, Chief, Hepatopancreatobiliary Service, Benno C. Schmidt Chair in Surgical Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering’s Cancer Center, New York, New York |
| Copyright Year | 2017 |
| Edition Number | 6 |
| Format | E-Book |
| Trim | Other |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 0 |
| Publication Date | 10 Oct 2016 |
| Stock Status | IN STOCK |
"This edition represents a major update in content and a facelift in its appearance. It remains as one of the most comprehensive textbooks in the field of hepatopancreatobiliary surgery and is considered a gold standard in this field. This is an essential book for surgeons and practitioners who encounter patients with these diseases in their day-to-day practice."
- Hisakazu Hoshi, MD (University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics) Doody’s Score: 93 – 4 Stars!
