Developed in conjunction with the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, this comprehensive textbook provides readers with the full scope of surgical practice for patients with diseases of the colon and rectum. Expert surgeons, all active both as educators and with busy clinical practices, have written concise and practical chapters on the most commonly done procedures while providing much-needed insight on less frequently presentations, as well.
The ASCRS Textbook is designed to meet the needs not only of colorectal specialists, but also the general surgeon in practice whose caseload includes patients with disorders and diseases of the colon, rectum and anus. Residents and fellows will also find a wealth of hands-on guidance and practical tips and tricks. The ASCRS Practice Parameters are incorporated in the book along with an appendix providing the most up-to-the minute access to best practice guidelines. Patient care and safety are addressed in each chapter.
" The ASCRS Textbook of Colon and Rectal Surgery is a long awaited textbook for those in the field and it does not disappoint. It is brief and to the point, but does not lack the necessary detail expected from a society-produced publication. It has an easy-to-read quality that enhances comprehension for the trainee. It is by no means just a student textbook. The inclusion of "hot" current topics, like the anal fistula plug, makes it fresh and useful for experienced surgeons. This is an excellent addition to the colorectal library." (Doody's Review)

Anatomy and Embryology
Jorge, José Marcio Neves (et al.)
Pages 1-22
Colonic Physiology
Szmulowicz, Ursula M. (et al.)
Pages 23-39
Anorectal Physiology
Karulf, Richard E.
Pages 41-48
Physiologic Testing
Mellgren, Anders F.
Pages 49-61
Endoscopy
Whitlow, Charles B.
Pages 63-75
Radiology
Bohl, Jaime L. (et al.)
Pages 77-106
Endoluminal Ultrasound
Kim, Donald G. (et al.)
Pages 107-123
Preoperative Management
Rafferty, Janice F.
Pages 125-135
Postoperative Management
Stein, Sharon L. (et al.)
Pages 137-156
Postoperative Complications
Dietz, David W.
Pages 157-173
Hemorrhoids
Singer, Marc
Pages 175-202
Anal Fissure
Ricciardi, Rocco (et al.)
Pages 203-218
Anorectal Abscess and Fistula
Vasilevsky, Carol-Ann
Pages 219-243
Benign Anorectal and Rectovaginal Fistulas
Etzioni, David A. (et al.)
Pages 245-259
Pilonidal Disease and Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Papaconstantinou, Harry T. (et al.)
Pages 261-275
Dermatology and Pruritus Ani
Finne, Charles O. (et al.)
Pages 277-294
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Whitlow, Charles B. (et al.)
Pages 295-307
Fecal Incontinence
Sands, Dana R. (et al.)
Pages 309-322
Pelvic Floor Disorders
Lee, Patrick Y. H. (et al.)
Pages 323-335
Anal Cancer
Welton, Mark Lane (et al.)
Pages 337-357
Presacral Tumors
Dozois, Eric J. (et al.)
Pages 359-374
Diverticular Disease
Thorson, Alan G. (et al.)
Pages 375-393
Colonic Volvulus
Rakinic, Jan
Pages 395-406
Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
Reickert, Craig A. (et al.)
Pages 407-420
Endometriosis
Snyder, Michael J.
Pages 421-434
Trauma of the Colon and Rectum
Hoyt, David B. (et al.)
Pages 435-448
IBD: Diagnosis and Evaluation
Koltun, Walter A.
Pages 449-462
IBD: Medical Management
Sands, Bruce E.
Pages 463-478
Ulcerative Colitis: Surgical Management
Murrell, Zuri (et al.)
Pages 479-497
Crohn's Disease: Surgical Management
Strong, Scott A.
Pages 499-516
Intestinal Stomas
Sands, Laurence R. (et al.)
Pages 517-533
Constipation and Functional Bowel Disorders
Varma, Madhulika G. (et al.)
Pages 535-548
Rectal Prolapse
Mills, Steven
Pages 549-563
Other Benign Colorectal Disorders
Maykel, Justin A. (et al.)
Pages 565-596
Advanced Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
Young-Fadok, Tonia
Pages 597-623
Polyps
Wise, Paul E.
Pages 625-641
Hereditary Colorectal Cancer
Church, James
Pages 643-668
Colorectal Cancer: Epidemiology, Etiology, and Molecular Basis
Moore, Harvey G. (et al.)
Pages 669-690
Colorectal Cancer: Screening
Hall, Jason F. (et al.)
Pages 691-701
Colon Cancer Evaluation and Staging
Weiss, Eric G.
Pages 703-710
Surgical Management of Colon Cancer
Mutch, Matthew (et al.)
Pages 711-720
The Preoperative Staging of Rectal Cancer
Gearhart, Susan L. (et al.)
Pages 721-729
Local Excision of Rectal Cancer
Cataldo, Peter A.
Pages 731-741
Surgical Treatment of Rectal Cancer
Bleday, Ronald (et al.)
Pages 743-759
Rectal Cancer: Locally Advanced and Recurrent
Cima, Robert R.
Pages 761-772
Colorectal Cancer: Adjuvant Therapy
Dunn, Kelli Bullard (et al.)
Pages 773-782
Colorectal Cancer: Metastatic (Palliation)
McLemore, Elisabeth C. (et al.)
Pages 783-802
Colorectal Cancer: Surveillance
Dujovny, Nadav (et al.)
Pages 803-812
Miscellaneous Neoplasms
Boushey, Robin P. (et al.)
Pages 813-823
Pediatric Colorectal Disorders
Levitt, Marc A. (et al.)
Pages 825-842
Health Care Economics
Margolin, David A. (et al.)
Pages 843-851
Ethical and Legal Considerations
Kodner, Ira J. (et al.)
Pages 853-881
Legal Considerations
Meehan, Michael J.
Pages 883-892
Surgical Education
Schoetz, David J.
Pages 893-899
Continuing Medical Education
Luchtefeld, Martin
Pages 901-905
Quality
Chen, Formosa (et al.)