Color Atlas of Pediatric Anatomy, Laparoscopy, and Thoracoscopy, 1st ed. 2017

Both the number of pediatric surgeons using minimally invasive surgery (MIS) and the number of operations involving MIS are increasing. This atlas of anatomy and operative techniques provides a thorough outline of the procedures commonly used in laparoscopic and thoracoscopic pediatric surgery. Step-by-step operative photographs are accompanied by explanatory text, and line diagrams are used to highlight the important anatomy as seen endoscopically. Alternative techniques, instruments, and steps are described when appropriate, and attention is drawn to highlights and pitfalls. While each chapter includes some basic background on the condition in question, the focus is very much on the operative procedures. This atlas will be of special benefit to those establishing a laparoscopic practice as well as to those in training who wish to embark on MIS. It will also serve as a supplementary atlas of anatomy and surgical technique for younger surgeons and medical students. 

1. Introduction and General Principles.- 2. Equipment and Ergonomics.- 3. Thoracoscopic Debridement of Empyema.- 4. Spontaneous Pneumothorax .- 5. Thoracoscopic Lung Biopsy and Segmentectomy.- 6. Thoracic Sympathectomy.- 7. Thymectomy.- 8. Mediastinal Cysts.-9. Thoracoscopic Nuss Procedure.- 10. Oesophageal Atresia and Tracheoesophageal Fistula.- 11. Thorascopic Aortopexy.- 12. Thoracoscopy for Congenital Lung Malformations.- 13. Thoracic Neuroblastoma.- 14. Thoracoscopic Placation for Eventration of the Diaphragm.- 15. Laparoscopic Repair of Morgani Hernia.- 16. Primary Button Gastrostomy.- 17. Laparoscopic Thal Fundoplication.- 18. Pyloric Stenosis.- 19. Duodenal Atresia Repair.- 20. Meckel Diverticulum.- 21. Laparoscopy for Intussusception.- 23. Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy.- 24. Laparoscopic Splenectomy.- 25. Laparoscopic Surgery for Choledochal Cysts.- 26. Laparoscopic Colectomy.- 27. Laparoscopic Duhamels Pullthrough for Hirschprung Disease.- 28. Laparoscopy-Assisted Soave Pullthrough for Hirschprung Disease.-29. Laparoscopy-Assisted Swenson-like Transanal Pullthrough for Hirschprung Disease.- 30. Inguinal Herniotomy.- 31. Undescended Testis: Laparoscopic Fowler-Stephens Orchidopexy.- 32. Laparoscopic Varicocelectomy.- 33. Retroperitoneoscopic Adrenalectomy.- 34. Laparoscopic Nephrectomy.- 35. Retroperitoneoscopic Nephrectomy/Heminephrectomy.- 36. Pyeloplasty.-

The editors and authors of this book have extensive experience in minimally invasive procedures in pediatric surgery. The editors have worked at renowned pediatric surgical centers and have a track record in innovation, surgery, and research in the field. Many of the authors have taught extensively on practical courses and have published numerous peer review articles in leading journals. Many are recognized experts in the field and some are considered founding fathers of minimally invasive surgery in children. With experience in various continents, they bring an international experience to the atlas.

Merrill McHoney, MBBS, FRCS, PhD, studied at the University of West Indies and the University of London. He subsequently specialized in pediatric surgery, working at the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children and the Oxford Radcliffe Hospital, among others. He is currently a Consultant Pediatric Surgeon at the Royal Hospital for Sick Children, Edinburgh. Mr. McHoney has been the recipient of significant research awards and prizes. He has published in leading peer-reviewed journals and also contributed a number of chapters in edited books.

Edward M. Kiely is a consultant and surgeon at Great Ormond Street Hospital. He studied medicine at University College Cork and in 2011 was awarded an honorary fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.

Thorough outline of the procedures commonly used in laparoscopic and thoracoscopic pediatric surgery

More than 300 high-quality colour illustrations offering images of operative steps during actual operations

Many supplementary line diagrams identifying the relevant anatomy as viewed via the endoscope

Includíng videos of operating steps