This updated Fourth Edition provides comprehensive coverage of the biology of gynecologic cancer, the therapeutic modalities available, and the diagnosis and treatment of site-specific malignancies. Because of the importance of multimodality treatment, the site-specific chapters are co-authored by a surgical oncologist, a medical oncologist, a radiation oncologist, and a pathologist. A significant portion of this edition focuses on monoclonal antibodies, vaccines, and gene directed therapies and how they can greatly improve treatment outcomes. A new chapter on end-of-life care is also included. Three distinguished new editors—Richard R. Barakat, MD, Maurie Markman, MD, and Marcus E. Randall, MD—now join the editorial team.

The most practical, complete learning package for the laparoscopic treatment of gynecologic cancers -- authored by world-renowned surgeons in the field Includes DVD with Narrated Surgical Videos! A Doody's Core Title for 2011! "This is an outstanding how-to book for beginning laparoscopists as well as a great reference for experienced laparoscopists. The chapters are pertinent, complete, and easy to understand, and the CD is a great touch that adds significant clinical relevance....This is a must-have book for laparoscopists, providing a quick and practical reference along with great examples of the procedures. It is one of the best books, if not the best book, on this subject. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service Focusing on the latest laparoscopic techniques for treating gynecologic malignancies, this point-of-care textbook and DVD demonstrates step-by-step surgical techniques for the most commonly performed operations in gynecologic oncology. The text includes an introductory section that covers background, practice, outcomes, current research, patient selection including indications and contraindications, equipment, and anesthetic considerations. The narrated DVD takes you step-by-step through more than thirty procedures covered in the book, demonstrating patient set-up, port placement, and a variety of operating equipment and surgical techniques. Features: Coverage of key laparoscopic procedures in gynecologic oncology including: laparoscopic total simple abdominal hysterectomy, total radical abdominal hysterectomy, pelvic and para-aortic lymph node dissection, splenectomy, and bowel resection DVD demonstrates more than one approach for the same procedure to teach alternative surgical options and instruments Contributors include some of the respected names in minimally invasive surgery in gynecologic oncology Back-to-basics approach to surgical instruction: the authors tell you what to do and demonstrate exactly how to do it

Providing comprehensive coverage of the biology of gynecologic cancer, the therapeutic modalities available, and the diagnosis and treatment of site-specific malignancies, this edition has 30 percent new contributing authors and new material. A companion Web site offers a fully searchable text.

Single port laparoscopy, also known as laparo-endoscopic single-site surgery (LESS), is a minimally invasive procedure in which a surgeon operates almost exclusively through a single entry point, typically the patient’s navel. Compared with traditional multi-port laparoscopic techniques, benefits of this procedure include less postoperative pain, less blood loss, faster recovery time, and better cosmetic results. This book is a guide to single port laparoscopic surgery for practising gynaecological surgeons. Divided into three sections, it begins with the basic principles, instruments and techniques. The second section provides in depth coverage of LESS for various gynaecological conditions including ectopic pregnancy, hysterectomy and in gynaecological oncology. The final part of the book discusses recent advances in LESS, examining robotic-assisted surgery and newer trends. Tips and Tricks for beginners are also included. Key points Guide to single port laparoscopic surgery for practising surgeons Covers instruments and techniques and surgery for numerous gynaecological disorders Final section examines recent advances and future developments Includes nearly 300 images, illustrations and tables

This comprehensive volume provides exhaustive interpretations of surgery for gynecologic cancer. In these chapters, expert authors expound the history, principles and indications, preoperative evaluations, techniques, morbidity, and the future prospects for each surgical procedure. Also included are comparisons of the training systems of gynecologic surgeons in Japan and the USA. Recently, minimally invasive surgeries such as laparoscopic and robotic approaches have been introduced into the gynecologic oncology field. Readers will be interested to know the history, advances, and current status of gynecologic surgery in Japan. This collection methodically broadens understanding of new surgical methods with quality assurance aimed at saving the cancer patient’s life, from the point of view of gynecologic oncologists. Thus the book benefits not only experienced gynecologists, but also young physicians and all medical oncologists who are involved in gynecologic cancers.

Today, multidisciplinary approaches to treatment are at the heart of cancer care. They offer improved clinical outcomes, new possibilities in patient quality of life, and enable the development of true innovation in individualized treatment. To accurately reflect this modern day approach to cancer care, the content of the 6th edition of Principles and Practice of Gynecologic Oncology was written entirely by surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists. New to the editorial team, Dr. Andrew Berchuck has made significant contributions to the understanding of the molecular pathogenesis of ovarian and endometrial cancer in the book’s content. Every chapter of this book has been either completely rewritten or extensively updated to ensure that everyone involved in treating women with gynecologic cancer will have the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on the subject.

This full-color surgical manual and companion DVD demonstrate the laparoscopic operations done in gynecologic oncology. The background section describes the disease and the role of laparoscopy in treatment or staging. Over 100 full-color photographs show the dissected anatomy and the steps of the surgical procedures and provide a convenient refresher in the operating room. The DVD contains nine surgical videos: right paraaortic node dissection; left paraaortic node dissection; right pelvic node dissection; nerve sparing laparoscopic radical hysterectomy; laparoscopic resection of endometrioma; supracervical hysterectomy; laparoscopic node dissection and radical trachelectomy; retroperitoneal space; and operating on an obese patient. The videos show how the operative dissection is done to expose the anatomy.

Written and edited by global leaders in the field, Principles of Gynecologic Oncology Surgery, 2nd Edition, offers a practical, "how-to" approach to the most important and commonly performed procedures in this fast-moving specialty. Organized by cancer type, this comprehensive reference covers issues related to surgical anatomy, patient evaluation, procedure indications and details, and management of complications for both open and minimally invasive procedures. It clearly describes the critical steps for each procedure, provides up-to-date information on the recent literature, and includes high-quality illustrations of anatomy and technique. - Covers the most current treatment and management options with expert guidance from leading surgeons at top cancer centers throughout the world. - Contains new chapters on surgery in pregnant women who have been diagnosed with gynecologic cancers; perioperative analgesic management; uterine transposition; and uterine transplantation. - Provides increased coverage of AI and its use in navigation of surgery; a new section on thoracic cavity and chest wall anatomy; significant updates regarding Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS); and an expanded discussion of radiation-related complications and their management. - Addresses the diagnosis, management and prevention of surgical complications. - Provides timely updates on newly recommended sentinel lymph node mapping for endometrial cancer staging, PARP inhibitors in ovarian cancer, molecular subtyping in endometrial cancer, cervical cancer and standard of care. and updates on both laparoscopic and robotic surgery. - Includes expert coverage of reconstructive surgery, colorectal surgery, urology, and vascular surgery, each written by surgeon leaders in that particular field. - Features procedural videos that guide you through a multitude of procedures, including abdominal exploration using laparoscopy for evaluation of cytoreduction in advanced ovarian cancer, laparoscopic hysterectomies with sentinel lymph node mapping, radical hysterectomy, robotic radical trachelectomy, and more, as well as high-quality illustrations including surgical photos, pathology photos, imaging, and anatomical figures. - Any additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date.

Covering the latest developments in both open and minimally invasive surgery, Atlas of Procedures in Gynecologic Oncology, Second Edition has been massively updated to keep abreast with the latest developments in the field.Updated topics include:surgical stagingsurgical cytoreductioncentral venous catheter placementretroperitoneal lymph node dissec

Approximately 100 years ago, after the first diagnostic laparoscopy and subsequent developments, the adventure began with laparoscopic appendectomy and cholecystectomy and reached a point where any surgical procedure could be performed easily. Today, many endoscopic surgical procedures have an important role not only in general surgery, but also in the daily practice of many surgical branches. This vertiginous development and change of speed make rapid replacement of the visual and printed materials necessary for training in this area. This book is prepared by surgeons who are very successful in their field.