The time is right for a textbook addressing transanal stapling techniques foranorectal prolapse. Both stapled haemorrhoidopexy and STARR have recently enjoyed widespread exposure and their application is spreading rapidly both through Europe and the USA. However, many areas of contreversy remain and warrant comprehensive discussion. Current thinking on analrectal prolapse has evolved significantly in recent years and this needs to be updated in the literature. In addition, it is essesntial that the correct principals of transanal staplingare documented to aid training in techniques and to avoid unwanted complications. There is no other surgical textbook on the market that deals with the expanding area of Coloproctology. INDICE: From the contents Background to transanal stapling techniques and the need for a book.- aims of book.- target audience.- Historical background.-haemorrhoidal treatments and surgery for ODS prior to PPH / STARR.- the development of transanal stapling techniques.- the early years and controversy (St Marks review).- the acceptance of PPH.-the recognition of ODS abnormalities.- the development of STARR.- the concept of a unitary classification of Anorectal Prolapse.- Anatomy and Physiology of the Anorectum.- Normal anatomy and physiology of the anal canal.- abnormalities associated with haemorrhoids/haemorrhoidal prolapse.- abnormalities associated with ODS.- Diagnosis of haemorrhoidsand ODS.
- ISBN: 978-1-84800-904-2
- Editorial: Springer
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 130
- Fecha Publicación: 01/10/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés