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'This book illustrates the current state of surgical treatment of lymphedema, including diagnostics, conservative treatment, postsurgical treatment, and research. It is an optimal guide for those who want to become experts in lymphatic disease and its treatment.'Isao KoshimaThe first edition of Modern Surgical Management of Chronic Lymphedema, edited by Yves Harder, Christoph Hirche, Katrin Seidenstücker, and Moustapha Hamdi, has been conceived and written by enthusiasts for lymphatic surgery who have dedicated their professional careers to treating patients suffering from this chronic disease.Featuring current perspectives and particularities of surgical lymphedema treatment with contributions from international experts in the field, this innovative book describes evidence-based, multi-disciplinary approaches to treating chronic lymphedema from the point of view of clinical experts. It is also a comprehensive companion for multi-professional specialists looking for an erudite understanding of the complex treatment of lymphedema.Ultimately, the book seeks to advance the contemporary understanding that underpins the philosophy and general principles of modern surgical management of chronic lymphedema, in order to improve the quality of life of patients.Key highlights:Firsthand clinical pearls for treating lymphedema patients and managing the often-chronic issues that significantly impact on daily quality of lifeGeneral focus on the fields of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the lymphatic systemSpecial focus on diagnosis, evaluation, and complete decongestive therapy (CDT)Step-by-step descriptions of the surgical corner-stones, including lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA), vascularized lymph node transfer (VLNT), and alternative supermicrosurgical techniques, as well as reductive and lymphoablative surgeryUnique contributions on the diagnosis and treatment of lymphatic filariasisBasic concepts of experimental research in the fieldEvidence- and expert-based algorithm for personalized and stage-dependent treatmentOver 70 full-color and highly instructive illustrations and more than 250 clinical imagesThis is a valuable and practical resource for surgeons of various clinical fields with supermicrosurgical expertise, lymphologists and angiologists, general practitioners, psychologists, lymphedema therapists, dietitians, specialized nurses, as well as medical students.

Hear the authors discuss Manual of Soft-tissue Management in Orthopaedic Trauma.This book beautifully begins with the most basic of soft tissue surgical techniques, including how to hold the scalpel and cut tissue as well as the proper use of other surgical tools. It progresses to describing and providing treatment recommendations with detailed photographs of complex traumatic soft-tissue issues. The color photos and diagrams are superb. This is very much a niche book without shortcomings.-- Samuel Chmell, MD, University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine A fracture first and foremost is a soft-tissue injury, the best possible outcome of which strongly depends on correct decision making at the right time and state-of-the-art softtissue handling. In order for orthopaedic and trauma surgeons to address these issues comprehensively without being plastic surgeons themselves, a certain level of interdisciplinary understanding has to be acquired. This textbook provides that knowledge applicable in everyday clinical situations, focusing on interdisciplinary treatment strategies and basic soft-tissue techniques. High-quality videos and 20 carefully selected case studies further illustrate this comprehensive approach and the complex process of decision making. Surgeons will, among other things, be able to expand their knowledge regarding: Assessment of soft-tissue injuries Correct choice and handling of instruments Emergency department management Adequate debridement and wound conditioning Options and choice of wound closure and coverage