by Yolonda L. Colson; Christopher R. Morse

Originating from the esteemed Massachusetts General Hospital and edited by Drs. Yolonda L. Colson and Christopher R. Morse, this new volume in the Illustrated Tips and Tricks series provides succinct, precise information from a wide range of experts on tackling technical problems in thoracic surgery. Practical, hands-on content conveys knowledge gained from years of surgical experience, including nuggets of wisdom unique to this institution. Drawings and operative photos are used liberally throughout the book to illustrate surgical techniques and provide a handy visual complement to the text.

• Covers a variety of thoracic surgeries throughout the body system, including techniques for endoscopic, minimally invasive, robotic-assisted, video-assisted surgeries for lung/airway, mediastinum/diaphragm, esophagus, and more
• Presented in a concise, bulleted format with a templated style with brief overviews of perioperative considerations, instruments and equipment, anesthesia, step-by-step techniques, and other procedural elements for thoracic surgeries
• Includes numerous drawings, operative photographs, tips boxes, as well as pearls and pitfalls boxes for optimal visual guidance
• Designed for residents, fellows, and practicing surgeons—those in training or anyone who needs to brush up on the latest techniques