Libri di Garth H. Ballantyne
Biografia e opere di Garth H. Ballantyne
The Primer of Robotic and Telerobotic Surgery
A Basic Guide to Heart Disease
Garth H. Ballantyne
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Jacques Marescaux
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editore: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
pagine: 272
Written by an international group of pioneering leaders in robotic and telerobotic surgery, this state-of-the-art volume examines the feasibility, uses, capabilities, and limitations of this emerging technology in surgical practice and training. Chapters discuss current electronic systems for guiding laparoscopic surgery and describe the various surgical robots and telerobotic surgical systems available. Major sections review recent experience with AESOP, a voice-controlled robotic camera holder, in laparoscopic procedures and explore various telerobotic-assisted procedures in cardiothoracic, gastrointestinal, and urologic surgery. Other chapters discuss cost issues in clinical use of telerobots, credentialing for telerobotic surgery, and use of telementoring in surgical training.
Atlas of Laparoscopic Surgery
Garth H. Ballantyne
editore: Saunders (W.B.) Co Ltd
pagine: 537
This new atlas illustrates 42 advanced laparoscopic procedures in general surgery in crisp, step-by-step detail. In each chapter internationally recognised laparoscopic surgeons discuss the indications, contraindications, patient selection factors, and patient preparation considerations that pertain to the procedure at hand. Meticulous drawings depict the most important steps of the operation - accompanied by descriptions ofoperating room setup, trocar placement, and more. Chapters end with recommendations for postoperative medications, diet, discharge criteria, and guidelines for return to work or normal activities.
