Main description:

This book brings together all stages of the diagnosis and treatment of all complex esophageal disorders in a single volume. A special emphasis is given to emerging procedures in laparoscopy, thoracoscopy, and endoscopy. Stages of operative approaches with relevant technical considerations are outlined in an easily understandable manner. The text is illustrated throughout by easy to understand illustration line graphs that depict fundamental anatomic or technical principles. Each chapter includes a summary of the current management strategy for the disease process, and a review of current innovations surrounding the topic.

The book is applicable to physicians in both the surgical disciplines and in gastroenterology, as well as residents and fellows in this area.

Contents:

1. Non-operative Treatment of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease2. Approach to Patients with Esophageal Dysphagia3. Reoperative Antireflux Disease4. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease After Bariatric Procedures 5. Approach to Esophageal Motility Disorders 6. Treatment Modalities for Achalasia 7. Paraesophageal Hernia 8. Short Esophagus 9. Benign Esophageal Tumors 10. Minimally Invasive Esophagectomy for Benign Disease 11. Barrett Esophagus 12. Approach to Esophageal Strictures and Diverticula 13. Esophageal Cancer