Product Description: The minimally invasive surgical removal of the gallbladder, known as laparoscopic cholecystectomy, is one of the most commonly performed operations today. Yet, patients do not have a full understanding of the procedure and often, search the internet for answers...read more

Product Description: This book, designed primarily as a practical reference, attempts to provide a clear and pragmatic approach to the understanding of the innovative procedure in abdominal wall lifting with subcutaneous wiring. This sophisticated laparoscopic operation eliminates the conventional complications of the pneumoperitoneum method...read more

Product Description: New York Medical College, New York City. Text of laparoscopic technique for surgeons wishing to perform laparoscopic, rather than open cholecystectomies. Sections cover options, equipment, instrumentation, problems, complications, and outcome.

Product Description: The first laparoscopic cholecystectomy in a developing country was performed by Dr T.E. Udwadia and his team in 1990. The work describes in detail the entire operative procedure, with the help of endoscopic color photographs. It has particular relevance to developing countries, as the author has evolved his own technique and innovations in the use of equipment and materials...read more