Surgery of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands

Oertli, 2007

Overview

This comprehensive reference covers all surgically relevant diseases of the thyroid and parathyroid glands. It presents the latest information on managing both common and rare disorders. International authorities offer detailed discussions on operative techniques and treatments, including rationales for their approaches. The book details surgically relevant pathologies, preoperative evaluation, decision-making, and operative strategies.

Who it's for

• Surgeons specializing in endocrine or head and neck surgery.
• Physicians seeking in-depth knowledge of thyroid and parathyroid disorders.
• Researchers interested in the molecular basis and genetics of thyroid neoplasia.

Key features

• Comprehensive coverage of surgically relevant thyroid and parathyroid diseases.
• Detailed discussions on operative techniques and treatment rationales.
• Exploration of molecular basis and genetics of thyroid neoplasia and inherited diseases.
• Inclusion of evolving modern operative techniques, such as minimally invasive approaches.
• Hardcover binding.
• 354 pages.