Minimally Invasive Procedures in Urology

Combining the clinical expertise of internationally renowned specialists with the latest research and techniques, this reference guides readers through the range of applications for minimally invasive surgery in urology, as well as the many diagnostic and therapeutic procedures utilizing minimally invasive technologies. It studies methods in cancer treatment, pediatric urology, male and female incontinence, complex reconstructive urology, kidney stone treatment, and erectile dysfunction. It also contains sections on hand-assisted laparoscopy, laparoscopic nephrectomy, and laparoscopic adrenalectomy, and reviews the indications and outcomes for each procedure discussed in the text.