Introduction to Gastrointestinal Diseases Vol. 1

ISBN-13: 9783319840673 / Angielski / Miękka / 2018 / 139 str.

Jakub Fichna

Recenzje

"This is one of a series of books pulling together the current thought about and understanding of the myriad of diseases that can impact the gastrointestinal system. ... The audience is broad, including clinicians in training, experienced physicians who are looking for a refresher and an update on current thinking, and many other medical and ancillary personnel who wish to learn more about these seemingly overlapping problems. ... The chapters are well researched, with numerous figures and extensive references." (Vincent F. Carr, Doody's Book Reviews, May, 2017)

Spis treści

Part 1: irritable bowel syndrome and functional gastrointestinal diseases

Part 2: inflammatory bowel diseases

I. Introduction

II. Physiology of the GI tract:

Brain-gut axis + enteric nervous system

Endogenous systems: receptors + ligands (5-HT, ACh, opioids, CB, GPCR, TRP)

Gastrointestinal motility

Water and electrolyte transport

III. Pathophysiology and risk factors (environmental, genetic, other)

IV. Clinical features

V. Diagnostic criteria (with comments)

VI. Clinical treatment

Pharmacological targets

When is surgery necessary?

Possible complications

Modifications of the treatment

VII. Patient’s guide

Diet & Lifestyle

Intestinal microflora

Psychological aspects & treatment

Co-operation between doctor an

d patient

Summary

O autorze

Pharmacist, pharmacologist and gastroenterologist. In 2014 appointed the Head of Department of Biochemistry at the Medical University of Lodz, Poland. Authored more than 160 peer-reviewed publications, focusing principally on novel pharmacological targets for the treatment of functional and inflammatory diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Former Young Committee Member of United European Gastroenterology (UEG) National Societies Committee and the leader of the UEG Young Talent Group. Recipient of the UEG Rising Star 2016 Award and the Award of the President of the Polish Academy of Sciences for scientific achievements (2015).

Blurb

Learn the basics and more of gastrointestinal diseases.

Functional GI disorders and inflammatory bowel diseases have become a major medical, social and economic burden worldwide. The larger the number of patients suffering from irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel diseases, the greater the need to properly diagnose and cure.

This book is a comprehensive guide through GI diseases, which can be used by practitioners and patients. It will allow:

- to explore the mechanisms underlying GI diseases

- to accurately diagnose and find the best treatment

- to learn how to alleviate GI disease symptoms by changing diet and lifestyle

This guide has been written by experts in the field who understand the needs of doctors and their patients. With this book, you will make sure that the GI disease can be properly managed.