Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is now considered one of the most essential and cost-effective techniques in the assessment of a wide range of gastrointestinal diseases. A remarkably versatile, minimally invasive procedure, it also calls for a high level of anatomic knowledge and technical prowess. This lavishly illustrated volume -- a textbook and atlas in one -- offers medical professionals the most comprehensive overview of EUS available, as well as a wealth of valuable insights from diverse leaders in the field.

Features:


More than 900 up-to-date, superior-quality images

Clear, step-by-step instructions for all current procedures and techniques

Logical, easy-to-use structure throughout, including the requisite anatomy and pathology

Strategies for selecting patients and procedures, including hygiene requirements, informed consent, patient positioning and monitoring, and more

Precise clinical descriptions and valuable tips and techniques for diagnosis and treatment

Guidance on the successful handling of needling and catheters

Insightful discussions of the uses and limitations of evolving techniques

Chapters on contrast-enhanced EUS techniques and SonoElastography

Designed specifically for specialists and trainees in gastroenterology, pneumology, and surgery.

Endoscopic Ultrasound -- with its broad scope and up-to-date information -- is also essential reading for anyone wishing to explore and exploit the potential of state-of-the-art EUS.

Table of Contents

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Basics of radial endoscopic ultrasound
Longitudinal EUS anatomy
EUS meets VOXEL-MAN - a PC-based training system for longitudinal endoscopic ultrasound
Miniprobes
Intraductal Ultrasound (IDUS
Radial EUS, linear EUS or ultrasound miniprobe: Which is the most suitable device?
Ultrasound contrast agents and contrast-enhanced sonography
Three-dimensional linear endoscopic ultrasound
SonoElastography, a new ultrasound modality for the assessment of tissue-elasticity Endoscopic Ultrasound-guided Biopsy - Equipment and Technique
Tips and tricks for fine needle puncture
Complications of endoscopic ultrasound: risk assessment and prevention
Esophagus, Stomach, Duodenum
Endoscopic ultrasound in subepithelial tumors of the gastrointestinal tract
Endosonographic Diagnostics and Treatment Planning in Gastrointestinal Lymphoma Endoscopic ultrasound in chronic pancreatitis
Pancreatic adenocarcinoma the role of endoscopic ultrasonography
Benign and malignant (cystic) tumours of the pancreas
Pancreatic interventions
Endosonography of the hepatobiliary System
Endoscopic Ultrasound Imaging of the Adrenals
Contrast enhanced EUS
Incidental findings of the surrounding organs ( Varia )
Endoanal and endorectal Sonography
3-Dimensional endorectal Ultrasound (ERUS) and rectal cancer
Endoscopic ultrasound of the colon
Mediastinum
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) by Radial Scanning with Mini-Probes
Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
Endosonographically guided neurolysis of the celiac plexus (EUS-FNI/EUS-CPN
Endoscopic-Ultrasound guided Cholangio-Drainage (EUS-CD)
Laparoscopic Ultrasound Scanning
EUS guided Endosurgery