Springer Surgical Management of Benign Esophageal Disorders: The ”Chicago Approach”

Product Description This book covers all stages of the diagnosis and treatment of the most common benign esophageal disorders. It is illustrated throughout with line diagrams that depict fundamental anatomic or technical principles. From the Back Cover Surgical Management of Benign Esophageal Disorders: The "Chicago Approach" brings together all stages of the diagnosis and treatment of the most common benign esophageal disorders. Based on both evidence-based data and experience, this book focuses on the specific topics and issues of these disorders, whilst analyzing the key elements for the successful management of the patients. Emerging laparoscopic, thoracoscopic and endoscopic procedures are closely looked at, as well as patient preparation, operative techniques and strategies for avoiding and managing complications.   Written by world leading esophageal surgeons and gastroenterologists, Surgical Management of Benign Esophageal Disorders: The "Chicago Approach" will render esophageal diseases more understandable and accessible to medical students, residents, fellows and physicians both in the surgical disciplines and in gastroenterology. About the Author P. Marco Fisichella, MD, FACS Assistant Professor of Surgery Medical Director, Swallowing Center Surgical Director, Advanced Procedure Education Center (APEC) Adjunct Faculty, Burn & Shock Trauma Institute Loyola University Medical Center Department of Surgery, Stritch School of Medicine Maywood, IL, USA Nathaniel J. Soper, MD, FACS Loyal and Edith Davis Professor and Chair Department of Surgery Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine Chicago, IL, USA Carlos A. Pellegrini, MD, FACS The Henry N. Harkins Professor and Chair Department of Surgery University of Washington Medical Center Seattle, WA, USA Marco G. Patti, MD, FACS Professor of Surgery Director, Center for Esophageal Diseases University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Chicago, IL, USA