Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis (HPS) in Infancy
Fig. 35.1 A number 15 blade is used to make a transverse incision just above the midway point between the xiphoid and umbilicus. The incision should be below the liver…
Ovarian Torsion
Fig. 29.1 Initial view of a right adnexa demonstrating torsion In preparation for surgical exploration patients should receive broad spectrum systemic antibiotics. Patients should be positioned in the dorsal lithotomy…
Oncoplastic Techniques for Breast Conservation
Fig. 14.1 (a) Standard markings for oncoplastic surgery. (b) Standard wise pattern markings. (c) Isolating the inferior pedicle. (d) Creating the breast mound. (e) Relocation of the nipple-areolar complex. (f)…
The Vein Stripping Ablation and Phlebectomy
Fig. 21.1 Normal superficial venous anatomy Vein surgery is appropriate for patients manifesting classic venous symptoms of aching leg pain with edema, visible varicose veins, and duplex ultrasound proven superficial…
Laparoscopic Repair of Abdominal Wall Hernias
Fig. 7.1 Wound over hernia defect The ability to repair multiple defects with a single prosthetic through small laparoscopy incisions. Cosmetic advantage of laparoscopic surgery. Less pain and faster recovery:…
Percutaneous Cholecystostomy
Fig. 6.1 Difference in approach for transhepatic versus transperitoneal approaches Under real-time ultrasound guidance, the 21-gauge needle is advanced through the hepatic parenchyma into the gallbladder. Aspiration of either bile…
Skin-Sparing Mastectomy
Fig. 15.1 (a) Periareolar incision. Note the separate axillary incision for SLNB or dissection. (b) Tennis-racquet incision. Note the separate axillary incision for SLNB or dissection. (c) Modified elliptical incision,…
Defect Closure After Lesion Excision of the Face
Fig. 10.1 Major aesthetic facial subunits. The six major subunits of the face includes (a) the forehead, (b) eyes and eyebrows, (c) nose, (d) cheek, (e) lips, and (f) chin…
Preoperative Ureteral Catheter Placement to Prevent Ureteral Injuries
© Springer Science+Business Media New York 2015Amy L. Halverson and David C. Borgstrom (eds.)Advanced Surgical Techniques for Rural Surgeons10.1007/978-1-4939-1495-1_31 31. Preoperative Ureteral Catheter Placement to Prevent Ureteral Injuries Jennifer J. Lucas1 and Carlos E. Bermejo1 (1) Department of Surgery,…