Most surgeons are familiar with the techniques of laparoscopic surgeryhowever in children there are variations in size and technical appraoch. Thebook describes... » 

Most surgeons are familiar with the techniques of laparoscopic surgeryhowever in children there are variations in size and technical appraoch. Thebook describes the differences and characteristic aspects of laparoscopy insmall children. The emphasis is on little text and numerous drawings. Technicalguidelines are given on how to perform laparoscopy safely even in smallchildren. The most frequent indications for laparoscopy in children arepresented and discussed. The aim of the book is to provide surgeons with theknowledge to extend their expertise in adult laparoscopy to children. TOCPFromthe contents Introduction. Trolley. Patient. Anesthesia. Laparoscopy.Thoracoscopy. Gas Embolism.ampnbsp Insufflation Trocar Insertion.Instruments. Ligating. Needle Insertion. Suturing. Adhesiolysis.Appendectomy. ThreeTrocar Technique. SingleTrocar Technique.Cholecystectomy With or Without Clips. Cholecystotomy. Cryptorchidism.Fundoplication. Inguinal Hernia. Intussusception. Liver Biopsy. MeckelsDiverticulum. Ovary. Pyloromyotomy. Sigmoid Resection. Laparoscopic Part.Perineal Part. Approach. Splenectomy. Varicocele. Thoracoscopy.ampnbspLung Biopsy. Mediastinal Masses. Pneumothorax. Sympathectomy.Trouble Shooting Who What? When? . Day Before Laparoscopy. Patient on theTable. During Operation. Postoperative Problems. Index.P «