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Colorectal Surgery meets the needs of surgeons in higher training and practising consultants for a contemporary and evidence-based account of this sub-specialty that is relevant to their general surgical practice. It is a practical reference source incorporating the most current information on recent developments, management issues and operative procedures. The text is thoroughly referenced and supported by evidence-based recommendations wherever possible, distinguishing between strong evidence to support a conclusion, and evidence suggesting that a recommendation can be reached on the balance of probabilities.

For this Sixth Edition the authorship team across the series has been expanded to include additional European and World experts, with an increased emphasis on global practice. Throughout all six volumes the contents have been extensively revised in line with recently published evidence. Detailed supportive key references are provided and are also included within the comprehensive list of references in the accompanying ebook. Links to recommended online videos have been added where appropriate.

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Anorectal investigation

Colonoscopy and flexible sigmoidoscopy

Colorectal cancer

Colorectal cancer and genetics

Surgery for colon cancer

Surgery for rectal cancer

Perioperative chemotherapy and radiotherapy for colorectal cancer

Advanced and recurrent colorectal cancer

Anal cancer

Diverticular disease

Ulcerative colitis

Crohn´s disease

Intestinal failure

Incontinence

Functional problems and their surgical management

Functional problems and their medical management

Anal fistula: evaluation and management
Minor anorectal conditions

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