A practical volume solely devoted to outpatient surgery and care. Presents illustrated discussions of procedures and techniques for general ambulatory surgery as well as discussions on the economic benefits, safety, and quality of care for the patient. All aspects of each procedure are covered including indications for surgery, anesthetic management, and postoperative care.
Addresses basic anaesthesia principles and specific anesthetic techniques, enabling readers to better understand the capabilities and limitations of ambulatory surgery.
Includes coverage of the administrative, operational, and financial aspects of an ambulatory surgery center.
Provides illustrated, detailed descriptions for all of the procedures including: indications, differential diagnosis, special equipment, preoperative preparation, postoperative follow-up, evaluation and more.
Extensive coverage of laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery, devoting entire chapters to specific outpatient procedures.
Offers a selected reading list for every chapter for additional research and study.
Multiple procedure for hernias, cholecystectomy, etc...
Wound healing and other skin problems covered in detail.
Discusses new technology such as lasers and Transanal Excision.