K. Kremer
Chairman (emeritus), Surgical University Clinic, Düsseldorf, Germany
W. Lierse
Chairman, Dept. of Neuroanatomy and of the Institute of Anatomy, University of Hamburg, Germany
W. Platzer
Chairman, Institute of Anatomy, University of Innsbruck, Austria

This textbook of minimally invasive surgery offers clear, fast, and reliable guidance on surgical treatment methods - realistically reflecting everyday surgical experience. The authors present both classic and more recent procedures concisely and clearly in the form of tactical guidelines and technical work steps. Notes on alternative methods to fall back on, repeat procedures, complications, and postoperative care complete the discussion of the individual procedures. Watercolor illustrations are used throughout, to provide a highly realistic view as the surgeon would see the operative field.

Contents:
Introduction
Instruments and Methods
Laparoscopic Exploration, Diagnosis, and Staging
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Extrahepatic Bile Ducts: Diagnosis and Treatment
Laparoscopic Approach to the Spleen and Liver
Intraabdominal and Endoluminal Gastric Operations
Vagotomy and Drainage Procedures
Operations on the G.-E. Junction
Appendectomy and Small Bowel Procedures
Laparoscopically Assisted Large Bowel Procedures
Laparoscopically Guided/Assisted Colo-Rectal Procedures
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Closing Comments