Laparoscopic Surgery: The Implications Of Changing Practice

The popularity of laparoscopy as a surgical route has increased in the last decade. In this volume a team of experts consider the techniques, looking at indications, contraindications, complications, and results. Controversy is highlighted with arguments for and against. The book also tackles the wider issues resulting from the expanding use of laparoscopic techniques. These include such topics as how surgeons should be trained in laparoscopy, what practical and ethical issues are involved, and what special skills are needed to perform laparoscopy.