Smith, Preminger, Badlani, Kavoussi Smith's Textbook of Endourology

Edited by the father of endourology, Arthur Smith, Smith’s Textbook of Endourology  is the definitive reference book in the field, addressing every aspect of endourologic procedure including methods of access, operative techniques, complications, and postoperative care. The reader is taken on a step-by-step journey through percutaneous surgery, ureteroscopy, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, laparoscopy, and lower urinary tract procedures, and is given a comprehensive look at the influx of and dynamic changes in robotic and laparascopic procedures, and image-guided technologies. The principles and function of state-of-the-art endourologic instruments are outlined for each procedure. Full-color throughout and with over 1200 outstanding illustrations, the fourth edition will contain 17 brand new chapters (highlighted in yellow below), culminating in an 2000 page, two-volume textbook reflecting the most current advances in endourology. Over 100 high-quality surgical videos on the companion website will show the experts in action performing endourology, with all 1200 images fully downloadable for use in scientific presentations. With all chapters thoroughly revised with the latest society guidelines, clinical and technological developments, and authored by world-renowned authors with unrivalled expertise in the field, Smith’s Textbook of Endourology 4E is the essential reference book for all urologists, particularly those who regularly perform endourology in their daily practice.