Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Gastroenterology: An Illustrated Guide, 1st ed. 2011

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Gastroenterology: An Illustrated Guide is a comprehensive volume describing procedures for the gastrointestinal tract in a simple way. Artistic illustrations are provided to educate the physician about procedures, and to provide not only clear descriptions of the changes in the anatomy and physiology, but also to provide advice on medical management of the post-procedure patient. Clear, detailed, artist-rendered illustrations of the anatomy are included as well as appropriate, radiological images. Chapters describe in detail the indications, contraindications, anatomical alterations, and physiological alterations that result from various operations and procedures. Comparisons between alternative operations, complications, medical management issues, and costs are also discussed. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Gastroenterology: An Illustrated Guide is a unique volume, written primarily for primary care physicians and general internists. It is also suitable for medical students, residents, nurses and nurse practitioners, nutritionists, dietitians and various subspecialists, who take care of patients with gastrointestinal disorders.

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GERD: Reflux to Esophageal Adenocarcinoma, 1st ed. 2006

This book describes a novel, fascinating, straight-forward approach towards understanding and management of gastroesophageal reflux disease(GERD), a disease that is 'all about us'. The contribution, written by two outstanding authorities with world-wide reputation and acceptance in the field of esophagology, esophageal surgery and gastrointestinal histopathology, mediates a novel and easy to follow concept for every day clinical praxis in the management of persons with gastroesophageal reflux disease. The book is well written, clearly structured and easy to read. Numerous excellent cartoons, black/white and color images profoundly add to improve understanding of physiology and histopathology. In addition, the authors present a critical appraisal towards recent literature on the topic including their own work. The conclusions drawn by the authors are well founded by the literature. The book is highly recommended to those who want to become better in the management of their patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease

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Diseases of the Colon

This first reference to comprehensively address both the medical and surgical management of diseases affecting the colon, this source spans the wide array of colorectal disorders including rectal prolapse, irritable bowel syndrome, benign and malignant colonic tumors, fissures and ulcers, and Crohn's colitis, among other ailments. With chapters by world leaders in the field, this guide analyzes diagnostic and imaging techniques for disease evaluation and management including advances in colonoscopy, radiology, and surgery.


The aim of this book at its inception was to integrate knowledge from two specialties allied to colorectal diseases. This was achieved successfully by cooperation between coloproctologists and gastroenterologists in compiling each chapter in a succinct manner with equal emphasis on the relevant condition….It provides an in-depth guide to the coloproctologist on how a gastroenterologist would approach a problem and vice versa, thereby optimizing patient care with a multifaceted approach. This book provides a pertinent guide for fellows and residents on how one should manage colorectal conditions. The inclusion of various scoring systems relevant to colorectal conditions provides a valuable research tool for academic trainees…The contributors comprise an array of medical talent from centres throughout the world and as a result it reflects a global view on diseases of the colon and rectum.

Paediatric Gastroenterology: An Atlas of Investigation and Management (Atlases of Investigation and Management)

Major disorders of paediatric gastroenterology are covered in this attractive and comprehensive four-colour atlas. Concisely written and with numerous illustrations, it provides an easy and accessible format to quickly read and review material. There is a wealth of valuable information on how to make accurate diagnoses and effectively manage children with gastrointestinal disorders, presented in a logical clear way, taking the reader through clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, prognosis and treatment options.Written by experts in the field and full of clear illustrations, this is essential reading for all those who manage paediatric disorders. Readers will find this an invaluable aid to correctly identify disorders through visual memory, create investigative strategies for diagnosis and determine appropriate management.

First Principles of Gastroenterology : The Basis of Disease and an Approach to Management 5th ed

This highly successful text is written for the undergraduate and graduate student of gastrointestinal and liver disease, and for the practicing clinician providing digestive health care to patients. The disciplines of gastroenterology and hepatology, like all of medicine, are continuously evolving. This text provides a comprehensive and current review of these disciplines, and will serve as an invaluable resource for students and practitioners alike.

Liver Transplantation: Challenging Controversies and Topics (Clinical Gastroenterology)

The field of liver transplantation is young, evolving, dynamic, and issues and decisions are often controversial, thus a text with a different focus is required, one that highlights controversy and challenges dogma. In Liver Transplantation: Challenging Controversies and Topics a useful set of chapters have been created that will take the reader step-by-step through key areas of controversy in the field of liver transplantation. The authors have tried to anticipate questions, define key issues, and provide options for resolving or approaching areas of uncertainty. The topics covered in this book impact our understanding and management of immunosuppressant, viral hepatitis, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, organ allocation, regional differences in rates of transplantation, and hepatocellular cancer. All authors are actively practicing physicians and surgeons who deal with all the issues presented on an ongoing and daily basis. Throughout the book, emphasis is put on the need for thoughtful well-controlled clinical and basic research of transplant hepatology and liver transplantation. There is also speculation on potential breakthroughs in immunology, virology, cell biology, surgery and medicine that might influence or impact the future directions of these fields of medicine. Liver Transplantation: Challenging Controversies and Topics is an important new book meant to stimulate interest, identify topics requiring additional study, and to promote discourse among transplant professionals. 

Chronic Viral Hepatitis: Diagnosis and Therapeutics (Clinical Gastroenterology)

Chronic viral hepatitis affect hundreds of millions of people worldwide, and each year millions more people become infected. In Chronic Viral Hepatitis, Second Edition, a panel of distinguished clinicians and clinical investigators build upon the first edition by comprehensively reviewing all the relevant new information regarding resistance, side effects, and therapies for chronic viral hepatitis. The text covers recent advances in the understanding of pathogenesis of viral hepatitis while discussing promising agents in development for its treatment. The authors devote special attention to reactivation of hepatitis B with chemotherapy and immunosuppression, herbal and non-traditional therapies, chronic viral hepatitis in the pediatric population, and immunology and immunotherapy of HCV and provide relative costs for all diagnostic and therapeutic options. Authoritative and up-to-date, Chronic Viral Hepatitis, Second Edition offers today's gastroenterologists, internists, hepatologists, and infectious disease specialists a practical guide to the recognition, diagnosis and treatment of chronic viral hepatitis from a multidisciplinary approach.