Handbook of Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery

Hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery is the medical and surgical care for the treatment of diseases and disorders of the liver, pancreas, biliary tract and duodenum. It provides treatment to patients with primary and metastatic cancers of the liver, pancreas, bile duct and gallbladder, as well as benign conditions such as cysts, bile duct injuries and biliary strictures. The investigation, diagnosis and recommendation of effective treatment strategies, as well as operative procedures and provision of preoperative, perioperative and late postoperative care are within the scope of this field. HPB surgery can include laparoscopic procedures, resections, transplantation surgeries and reconstruction surgeries. A number of specialists may be involved in HPB surgery such as hepatobiliary and transplant surgeons, hepatologists, interventional radiologists and diagnostic radiologists. This book is a compilation of chapters that discuss the most vital concepts and emerging trends in the field of hepato-pancreato-biliary surgery. It consists of contributions made by international experts. Through this book, we attempt to further enlighten the readers about the new concepts in this field.