Description
Smith’s Textbook of Endourology, Fourth Edition is the authoritative and comprehensive reference covering every aspect of contemporary endourologic practice. Edited by the father of endourology, this extensively revised edition delivers a clear, step-by-step approach to both foundational and advanced endourologic procedures, making it an indispensable resource for practicing urologists and trainees alike.
The textbook provides detailed instruction on methods of access, operative techniques, complication management, and postoperative care across the full spectrum of endourology. Core procedures covered include percutaneous renal surgery, ureteroscopy, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), laparoscopy, and lower urinary tract interventions. The book also incorporates the latest advances in robotic-assisted and laparoscopic surgery, as well as image-guided technologies that are reshaping modern urologic care.
Each procedure is accompanied by clear explanations of the function and application of state-of-the-art endourologic instruments, ensuring practical relevance in the operating room. All chapters have been thoroughly revised to align with current international society guidelines, with many rewritten by new expert authors to reflect the latest technologies and standards of care.
This full-color edition features approximately 1,200 high-quality illustrations and includes 20 new chapters addressing recent innovations and evolving practices in endourology. To further enhance learning, a companion website provides more than 100 expert-led surgical videos, allowing readers to observe real-world procedural execution.
Comprehensive, visually rich, and technically precise, Smith’s Textbook of Endourology remains the gold standard reference for urologists seeking mastery of endourologic techniques and up-to-date clinical excellence.
