Author Description

This is a deftly illustrated guide to abdominal and pelvic anatomy presented from the perspective of the laparoscopic surgeon. After presenting embryology, anatomy, and variation, each chapter focuses on one or more surgical procedures selected to illustrate a range of the anatomy in question. The biliary, inguinal, and gastric procedures are emphasized, while surgery of the spleen, colon, gynecologic, and urologic organs are covered somewhat less exhaustively, not having the same level of acceptance. The focus of the operative examples is on the performance of safe, effective surgery through knowledge of anatomy and variations. Anatomic pitfalls and complications are emphasized, as is the importance of understanding the anatomy as a whole. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.