Fisichella P.M., Patti M.G. (Eds.) Atlas of Esophageal Surgery

Springer International Publishing, Switzerland, 2015. — 185 p. — ISBN: 3319130145.This Atlas focuses on the description of approaches and surgical techniques used to treat the entire spectrum of esophageal diseases. Surgical "pearls" and tips on how to select and perform the correct operation are included and based both on evidence-based data and the experience of the Editors.
Step-by-step descriptions of 14 operative procedures in esophageal surgery are provided. Each chapter describes the current indications, perioperative management strategies, and a detailed operative approach with relevant technical considerations.
The description of approaches and surgical techniques used in esophageal surgery are outlined in an easily understandable manner for the specific target audience.History of Esophageal Surgery
Radiologic Evaluation of Esophageal Diseases
Diagnostic and Interventional Endoscopy
Esophageal Function Testing
Patient Positioning
Operations for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Laparoscopic Pyloroplasty
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair and Collis Gastroplasty
Operations for Achalasia
Peroral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM)
Operations for Zenker’s Diverticulum
Laparoscopic Treatment of Epiphrenic Diverticula
Laparoscopic Operations for Esophageal Leiomyoma
Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass for GERD and Morbid Obesity
Transhiatal Esophagectomy
Ivor Lewis Esophagectomy
Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy
Hybrid Transthoracic Esophagectomy