Diseases of the Pancreas, Current Surgical Therapy

* Latest comprehensive knowledge in molecular mechanism of pancreatic disease
* Detailed description of diagnosis and treatment
* Abundantly illustrated with approx. 300 color illustrations

This book is based on the latest comprehensive data about molecular mechanism of acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer. The diagnostic techniques including histology, radiology, sonography etc. are based on the sensitivity and specificity of the respective methods. Special focus is given to the indication and contraindication to surgical techniques.

The book contains specific treatment modality and results for the first time after long-term outcome evaluation. Surgical techniques are displayed with colored sketches series.