Gastrointestinal surgery of the upper GI tract is presented at its best. Each surgical procedure is briefly introduced as to why it is selected. The surgical technique is then described step by step, each major step is presented by an illustration and a short concise text, without sacrificing scientific accuracy. The procedure is concluded with a short overview on outcome and possible difficulties. Top international experts present internationally accepted standards.

Volume editor: Jorg-Rudiger Siewert, R. Finley