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This comprehensive book covers the diagnosis and treatment of esophageal achalasia. The successful management of patients with this disease, whose treatment can be complex and usually performed in specialized tertiary-care centres, is described by internationally renowned authors. Detailed operations and current diagnostic and management strategies are discussed, giving the reader expert knowledge in specific aspects of Achalasia. Achalasia: Diagnosis and Treatment is ideal for residents, fellows and specialists in both general and thoracic surgical disciplines as well as in gastroenterology.

This Atlas focuses on the thorough description of approaches and surgical techniques used to treat the entire spectrum of esophageal diseases. The authors analyse the key elements for the successful surgical treatment of patients, describing the minimally invasive surgical approach to common esophageal diseases. Current indications, perioperative management strategies and a detailed operative approach with relevant technical considerations are given in each chapter. The Atlas of Esophageal Surgery is a useful guide for residents, fellows and surgeons practicing general and thoracic surgery.