Handbook of Colorectal Surgery

Description

Colorectal surgery is a field in medicine dealing with disorders of the rectum, anus, and colon. The field is also known as proctology, but this term is now used infrequently within medicine and is most often employed to identify practices relating to the anus and rectum in particular. Physicians specializing in this field of medicine are called colorectal surgeons or proctologists. This book explains anatomical structures, procedures and surgical techniques for proper diagnosis and treatment of patients with colorectal disorders. It is a comprehensive book which includes technological advances. The text of this book explains key anatomical structures, examination procedures and surgical techniques for proper diagnosis, management and treatment of patients with colorectal disorders, providing extensive coverage of various methods in preoperative preparation and assessment and pain management. The book covers the assessment and preparation of the patient, anaesthesia and critical care, inflammation, wound healing and infection, and the key components of surgical practice. The chapters have been written by the renowned and internationally established experts. This book is an ideal source of information for surgeons, students and medical professionals.