Anatomy and Embryology -- Colonic Physiology -- Anorectal Physiology -- Physiologic Testing -- Endoscopy -- Radiology -- Endoluminal Ultrasound -- Preoperative Management -- Postoperative Management -- Postoperative Complications -- Hemorrhoids -- Anal Fissure -- Anorectal Abscess and Fistula -- Benign Anorectal and Rectovaginal Fistulas -- Pilonidal Disease and Hidradenitis Suppurativa -- Dermatology and Pruritus Ani -- Sexually Transmitted Diseases -- Fecal Incontinence -- Pelvic Floor Disorders -- Anal Cancer -- Presacral Tumors -- Diverticular Disease -- Colonic Volvulus -- Lower Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage -- Endometriosis -- Trauma of the Colon and Rectum -- IBD: Diagnosis and Evaluation -- IBD: Medical Management -- UC: Surgical Management -- Crohn’s Disease: Surgical Management -- Intestinal Stomas -- Constipation and Functional Bowel Disorders -- Rectal Prolapse.-  Other Benign Colorectal Disorders -- Advanced Laparoscopy and NOTES -- Polyps -- Hereditary Colorectal Cancer -- Colorectal Cancer – Epidemiology, Etiology, and Molecular Basis -- Colorectal Cancer: Screening -- Colon Cancer Evaluation and Staging -- Surgical Management of Colon Cancer -- The Preoperative Staging of Rectal Cancer -- Local Excision of Rectal Cancer -- Surgical Treatment of Rectal Cancer -- Rectal Cancer: Locally Advanced and Recurrent -- Colorectal Cancer: Adjuvant Therapy -- Colorectal Cancer: Metastatic (Palliation) -- Colorectal Cancer: Surveillance.-Miscellaneous Neoplasms -- Pediatric Colorectal Disorders -- Health Care Economics -- Ethical and Legal Considerations -- Legal Considerations -- Surgical Education -- Continuing Medical Education -- Quality.

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)