The revised fourth edition of Smith’s Textbook of Endourology offers a definitive reference book that addresses every aspect of endourologic procedures including methods of access, operative techniques, complications, and postoperative care. Edited by the father of endourology, the textbook contains a step-by-step review of percutaneous surgery, ureteroscopy, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, laparoscopy, and lower urinary tract procedures. The text also explores the most recent changes in robotic and laparoscopic procedures as well as image-guided technologies. In addition, the function of state-of-the-art endourologic instruments is outlined for each procedure.

All the chapters have been thoroughly revised to reflect the latest society guidelines; the majority rewritten by new authors to highlight the latest technologies and standard of care. Designed to be accessible, the full-color text contains 1200 illustrations and 20 new chapters that reflect the most recent advances in endourology. The companion website features more than 100 surgical videos that highlight experts performing endourology.

KEY FEATURES

• Offers a comprehensive reference that covers all the techniques and technologies in endourology
• Includes 20 brand new chapters on the most recent advances in endourology
• Contains 166 chapters with contributions from the world’s leading urologists
• Presents a full-color reference with outstanding illustrations that are fully downloadable

Written for urologists, Smith’s Textbook of Endourology continues to offer an essential reference book that contains a vast amount of extra content and offers information on the latest developments in the field.

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