Ambulatory Surgery

This unique new book provides state-of-the-art, current guidance for every aspect of ambulatory surgery - from how to establish an ambulatory surgical unit to how to deliver anesthetic and surgical care for common outpatient procedures. Featuring authoritative contributions from leading experts in the field its user-friendly, "how to do it" approach focuses on the needs of the practicing general surgeon and presents all of the information necessary to offer outstanding care in the ambulatory setting. 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.