Walters & Karram Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
- 5th Edition - October 22, 2021
- Latest edition
- Editors: Matthew D. Barber, Mark D. Walters, Mickey M. Karram, Catherine Bradley
- Language: English
Uniquely designed to reflect the physician’s decision-making process, Walters & Karram Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery presents definitive, state-of-the-a… Read more
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Description
Description
Uniquely designed to reflect the physician’s decision-making process, Walters & Karram Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery presents definitive, state-of-the-art guidance on every aspect of female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. This practical, atlas-style resource covers everything from basic concepts through to clinical and urodynamic evaluation, management, and treatment, equipping you to make the best clinical decisions and optimize outcomes. Edited and authored by renowned experts in the field, this updated 5th Edition is an ideal resource for urogynecology fellows and practitioners, urologists, and OB/GYNs who need a step-by-step, comprehensive reference on the latest procedures and research to evaluate and treat female pelvic floor disorders.
Key features
Key features
- Offers a comprehensive approach to all urogynecologic disorders, including genuine stress incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, defecation disorders, painful and irritative voiding disorders, and specific conditions such as urinary tract infection
- Provides algorithmic approaches to common complaints, evidence-based assessments of appropriate therapies, and hundreds of clear surgical illustrations, photographs, and radiographs
- Features an all-new video collection to clearly demonstrate key procedures
- Contains new chapters on Urology for the Urogynecologist and Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome
- Contains timely discussions of surgical complications, the psychosocial issues associated with treating patients with female pelvic floor disorders, and female sexual function and dysfunction
- Includes case presentations from leading experts in urogynecology and urology that allow you to apply the information presented to everyday clinical situations
- Enhanced eBook version included with purchase. Your enhanced eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices
Readership
Readership
Urogynecologists and Fellows, Urologists, Gynecologic Surgeons
Table of contents
Table of contents
1. Anatomy of the Lower Urinary Tract, Pelvic Floor, and Rectum
2. Embryology and Congential Anomalies of the Urinary Tract, Rectum, and Female Genital System
3. Neurophysiology and Pharmacology of the Lower Urinary Tract
4. Physiology of the Pelvic Muscles, Vagina and Anorectum
5. Pathophysiology of Pelvic Floor Disorders
6. Epidemiology and Psychosocial Impact of Female Pelvic Floor Disorders
7. Synthetic Mesh and Biologic Grafts: Properties and Biomechanics
8. Description and Classification of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction and Pelvic Organ Prolapse
9. Evaluation of Pelvic Floor Disorders: History, Physical Examination and Diagnostic Testing
10. Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction: Assessment and Treatment
11. Urodynamics: Indications, Techniques, Interpretation, and Clinical Utility
12. Endoscopic Assessment of the Lower Urinary Tract
13. Radiologic Studies of the Lower Urinary Tract and Pelvic Floor
14. Stress Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Nonsurgical Management
15. Retropubic Operations for Stress Urinary Incontinence
16. Biologic Bladder Neck Sling for Stress Urinary Incontinence
17. Synthetic Midurethral Slings for Stress Urinary Incontinence
18. Urethral Injection of Bulking Agents for Intrinsic Sphincter Deficiency
19. Surgical Treatment of Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
20. Surgical Treatment of Posterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
21. Surgical Treatment of Vaginal Apex Prolapse
22. Uterine preservation in pelvic organ prolapse surgery
23. Obliterative Procedures for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
24. Avoiding and Managing Lower Urinary Tract Injuries During Pelvic Surgery
25. Managing Mesh Complications After Surgeries for Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Organ Prolapse
26. Complications of Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
27. Fecal Incontinence
28. Constipation
29. Rectovaginal Fistula and Perineal Breakdown
30. Full-Thickness Rectal Prolapse
31. Overactive Bladder Syndrome, Polyuria and Nocturia
32. Refractory Overactive Bladder
33. Neurourology and Compliance Abnormalities
34. Voiding Dysfunction in Women
35. Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome
36. Lower Urinary Tract Infection
37. Urethal Diverticula
38. Lower Urinary Tract Fistulas and urethral reconstruction
39. Bladder Drainage and Urinary Protective Methods
40. Urology for the Urogynecologist
41. Outcome and Quality-of-Life Measures in Pelvic Floor Research
2. Embryology and Congential Anomalies of the Urinary Tract, Rectum, and Female Genital System
3. Neurophysiology and Pharmacology of the Lower Urinary Tract
4. Physiology of the Pelvic Muscles, Vagina and Anorectum
5. Pathophysiology of Pelvic Floor Disorders
6. Epidemiology and Psychosocial Impact of Female Pelvic Floor Disorders
7. Synthetic Mesh and Biologic Grafts: Properties and Biomechanics
8. Description and Classification of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction and Pelvic Organ Prolapse
9. Evaluation of Pelvic Floor Disorders: History, Physical Examination and Diagnostic Testing
10. Female Sexual Function and Dysfunction: Assessment and Treatment
11. Urodynamics: Indications, Techniques, Interpretation, and Clinical Utility
12. Endoscopic Assessment of the Lower Urinary Tract
13. Radiologic Studies of the Lower Urinary Tract and Pelvic Floor
14. Stress Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Nonsurgical Management
15. Retropubic Operations for Stress Urinary Incontinence
16. Biologic Bladder Neck Sling for Stress Urinary Incontinence
17. Synthetic Midurethral Slings for Stress Urinary Incontinence
18. Urethral Injection of Bulking Agents for Intrinsic Sphincter Deficiency
19. Surgical Treatment of Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
20. Surgical Treatment of Posterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse
21. Surgical Treatment of Vaginal Apex Prolapse
22. Uterine preservation in pelvic organ prolapse surgery
23. Obliterative Procedures for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
24. Avoiding and Managing Lower Urinary Tract Injuries During Pelvic Surgery
25. Managing Mesh Complications After Surgeries for Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Organ Prolapse
26. Complications of Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
27. Fecal Incontinence
28. Constipation
29. Rectovaginal Fistula and Perineal Breakdown
30. Full-Thickness Rectal Prolapse
31. Overactive Bladder Syndrome, Polyuria and Nocturia
32. Refractory Overactive Bladder
33. Neurourology and Compliance Abnormalities
34. Voiding Dysfunction in Women
35. Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome
36. Lower Urinary Tract Infection
37. Urethal Diverticula
38. Lower Urinary Tract Fistulas and urethral reconstruction
39. Bladder Drainage and Urinary Protective Methods
40. Urology for the Urogynecologist
41. Outcome and Quality-of-Life Measures in Pelvic Floor Research
Review quotes
Review quotes
"This updated textbook presents advances from previous editions. It is the primary textbook for many FPMRS training programs and serves as an excellent reference for practitioners dealing with pelvic floor disorders. This book is a must-have for the intended audience, as there is no current competing resource that covers the material in such a comprehensive fashion with an extensive supplemental video library. The expertise of the editors and contributing authors, combined with the updated content and video library of surgical procedures, makes this book an essential addition to the literature." --©Doody’s Review Service, 2022, Sunil Balgobin, MD, FACOG (University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center) Doody's Score: 4 Stars!
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 5
- Latest edition
- Published: November 13, 2021
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
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Matthew D. Barber
Affiliations and expertise
E.C. Hamblen Professor and Chair, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Medical Center, USAMW
Mark D. Walters
Affiliations and expertise
Professor and Vice-Chair of Gynecology, Center of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women's Health Institute, Celeveland Clinic, Cleveland, OhioMK
Mickey M. Karram
Affiliations and expertise
Director of Urogynecology,The Christ Hospital,Clinical Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology ,University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, USACB
Catherine Bradley
Affiliations and expertise
Division Director, Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Professor of Ob/Gyn & Urology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, USA