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The aim of this book is to describe complete clinical approaches based on current advancements in the field of gastroenterology. The most significant developments in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and pathophysiology are elucidated in this book including pancreatitis and irritable bowel disease (IBD). Special emphasis is laid on the disease of the liver and biliary tract. This book will provide important novel information which will be useful for clinicians, basic scientists and medical students.

The aim of this book is to describe holistic clinical approaches based on current advancements in the field of gastroenterology. The most significant developments in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and pathophysiology are elucidated in this book including peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and NSAIDs-induced gastroenteropathy. Special emphasis is laid on the microbial aspects in the gut including latest achievements in the comprehension of function of probiotic bacteria, their interplay with gastrointestinal epithelium and usefulness in the treatment of...

Gastrointestinal stromal tumor has been described in this insightful book. Till about 15 years ago, there was no mechanism to detect the origin of Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST), and 30 years back, no one thought that GISTs derive from mesenchymal stem elements. Experiments in the past 10 years have stressed on the justification of imatinib mezylate therapy in GISTs and given an answer to why a secondary resistance originated during the kinase inhibitors therapy. The era of treatments for GISTs, focusing on the primary activating mutations in the KIT proto-oncogene has been tagged as...

An overview of the gastroesophageal reflux disease has been provided in this book. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) has been a major concern for many people who are affected by this disease. People affected by GERD live under a constant threat of deteriorating quality of life and also, a latent risk of becoming cancer infected. Furthermore, it has been a financial burden for both the diseased and the society. This book aims at providing the gastroenterologists, with an insight into GERD, and helping them to manage and combat this severe disease.

The book offers an in-depth look at constipation, presenting information regarding its diagnosis and treatment. Constipation is a common problem with children and adults. Surveys suggest an average prevalence of around 12-16% in the general population. It is often regarded as a petty issue in many cases but its consequences can be severe with an adverse impact on quality of life. Fecal soiling due to constipation has a serious psychological effect on people of all ages. This book is a compilation of works by experts from diverse backgrounds. It clarifies the pathogenesis, diagnosis and...