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Urological Surgery: Current Techniques Holly Penn

The field of urological surgery deals with kidney structure abnormalities and urinary tract defects. The management of cancers, kidney stones, ureteral stones, renal cysts and urinary tract obstruction is under the scope of this field. Modern urological surgery involves a wide use of technology. Minimally invasive surgical procedures, such as laser-assisted surgeries, as well as laparoscopic and robotic surgeries are performed with the aid of fiber-optic endoscopic equipment, real-time ultrasound guidance and lasers. The field of transplant surgery, which deals with the transplantation of ureters, kidneys, bladder tissue and penis, is an important area of urological surgery. This book elucidates new procedures of urological surgery in a comprehensive manner. It strives to provide a fair idea about urological disorders and to help develop a better understanding of the latest advances within urology. As this field is emerging at a rapid pace, the contents of this book will help the readers understand the modern concepts and applications of the subject.