In this book, leading experts provide step-by-step, illustrated descriptions of their standard surgical techniques (open and laparoscopic) for diverse gastrointestinal indications and their preferred modifications when confronted by challenging circumstances associated with an increased risk of intra- or postoperative complications. The provision of several points of view for each surgical indication ensures that approaches from the conservative to the more radical are conveyed. It is clearly explained in which situations use of the described technical variations may be indicated, and practical tips are provided on the avoidance of complications. In addition, important medicolegal issues are discussed and guidance is offered on risk assessment and decision analysis within the surgical setting. The book will be an invaluable aid to decision making and practice for every gastrointestinal surgeon.

The basics

Individual surgery for upside down stomach and antireflux surgery
Individual surgery for gastric gastrointestinal stromal tumors
Individual surgery for gastric cancer
Individual surgery for benign gallbladder and bile ducts diseases
Individual surgery for inflammatory bowel disease
Individual surgery for right hemicolectomy
Individual surgery for left hemicolectomy
Individual surgery for sigmoid diverticulitis
Individual surgery for rectal cancer
Individual surgery for rectal prolapse.