Christoph Hirche – författare

The 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 life General focus on the fields of embryology, anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the lymphatic system Special 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 surgery Unique contributions on the diagnosis and treatment of lymphatic filariasis Basic concepts of experimental research in the field Evidence- and expert-based algorithm for personalized and stage-dependent treatment Over 70 full-color and highly instructive illustrations and more than 250 clinical images This 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. This book includes complimentary access to a digital copy on https://medone.thieme.com.Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.

"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 Koshima

The 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 images

This 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.

Dieses einmalig allumfassende Fachbuch bietet einen einfach strukturierten Zugang und zugleich tiefen Einblick in das Wissen und die Fertigkeiten, die zukünftige Fachärzte der Plastischen, Rekonstruktiven und Ästhetischen Chirurgie sowie Chirurgen auf dem Weg zur Zusatzbezeichnung Handchirurgie benötigen. Es deckt eine breite Palette an Themen ab, von den grundlegenden Prinzipien der Chirurgie bis hin zu den neuesten innovativen Techniken.Die Autoren präsentieren eine detaillierte und standardisierte Darstellung der chirurgischen Anatomie, Pathophysiologie und Physiologie, die für das Verständnis der Prinzipien der Plastischen, Rekonstruktiven und Ästhetischen Chirurgie unerlässlich sind. Darüber hinaus werden die verschiedenen chirurgischen Techniken und Verfahren inklusive Tipps& Tricks und Nachbehandlung umfassend erläutert, die zur Rekonstruktion von Defekten nach Trauma oder Malignom, zur Verbesserung der Körperkonturen und zur Behandlung von altersbedingten Veränderungen der Haut und Weichgewebe eingesetzt werden.Das Buch ist in klar strukturierte Kapitel gegliedert, die aufeinander aufbauen, sodass der Leser ein umfassendes Verständnis der Plastischen, Rekonstruktiven und Ästhetischen Chirurgie sowie der Handchirurgie erlangt. Zahlreiche Abbildungen veranschaulichen die Techniken und Verfahren und erleichtern so die Lernkurve für angehende Fachärzte.Dieses Fachbuch ist ein unverzichtbares Werkzeug für alle Fachärzte der Plastischen, Rekonstruktiven und Ästhetischen Chirurgie, sowie für alle Chirurgen, die in diesen Bereichen tätig sind und sich in der Weiterbildung befinden. Es eignet sich zudem ideal zur Prüfungsvorbereitung.