In this illustrated guide, a panel of distinguished clinicians and clinical investigators comprehensively review all the relevant new information regarding resistance, side effects, and therapies for chronic viral hepatitis.
In this illustrated guide, a panel of distinguished clinicians and clinical investigators comprehensively review all the relevant new information rega...
This volume provides a history of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), a basic understanding of the physiology of the eosinophil, and a current understanding of the pathophysiology and genetics of EoE. The emphasis is on clinical applications including presenting symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for patients with EoE. Written by both pediatric and adult experts in the fields of gastroenterology, allergy and pathology, this volume includes the most up to date information.
Providing practical information useful in the treatment of patients, this book will be of great value to...
This volume provides a history of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), a basic understanding of the physiology of the eosinophil, and a current understa...
In recent years there have been huge advances in the understanding of the genetic and molecular basis of the fibrocystic diseases. This volume provides a thorough review of fibrocyctic diseases that affect the liver. It contains in-depth discussions of the genetics, molecular biology, pathogenesis, histology, clinical presentations, complications of, treatment, and prognosis of the conditions affecting children and adults, and hence will be the gold-standard reference for these conditions. In addition, the histological features that distinguish these conditions from other potentially...
In recent years there have been huge advances in the understanding of the genetic and molecular basis of the fibrocystic diseases. This volume prov...
Acute and chronic viral hepatitis infections are serious public health threats around the world. The different infections have different epidemiology and natural his- ries, and children play important roles in each of these. For example, children are important reservoirs for acute hepatitis A, childhood infections are responsible for most of the global morbidity associated with chronic hepatitis B, and perinatal transmission of hepatitis C continues to occur, even as the overall incidence of new infections wanes. Some non-A through E viral hepatitis infections are seen p- dominantly in...
Acute and chronic viral hepatitis infections are serious public health threats around the world. The different infections have different epidemiology ...
This book covers all aspects of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), from the basics to the interventional indications. Coverage includes the fundamentals of linear and radial EUS for the beginner ultrasonographer, and more advanced therapeutic procedures.
This book covers all aspects of endoscopic ultrasound (EUS), from the basics to the interventional indications. Coverage includes the fundamentals of ...
This volume provides in a conveniently accessible package a comprehensive collection of accurate and timely information on the management of patients with diarrhea, both in pediatric age and in the adult. As medical knowledge has recently expanded in this area, this volume is full of new practical, clinically useful material for the busy clinician. Illustrations are emphasized to permit rapid acquisition of practical information that is not readily available in the major texts. Each chapter is concise, concentrating on "clinical pearls," and new advances in diagnostic and therapeutic...
This volume provides in a conveniently accessible package a comprehensive collection of accurate and timely information on the management of patients ...
Covering all aspects of chronic liver failure in a single volume, Chronic Liver Failure is designed to provide doctors with clinical answers for patients with liver diseases. Each chapter is written by a world renowned expert in their area, and provides the latest state-of-the-art knowledge.
Covering all aspects of chronic liver failure in a single volume, Chronic Liver Failure is designed to provide doctors with clinical answers for patie...
Clinical experts synthesize for the practicing physician all the important developments that have occurred recently in the diagnosis and treatment of acid-related diseases. They address the evaluation of patients suspected of harboring both peptic ulcers and ulcers from other causes, with emphasis on novel aspects of H. pylori infection. New information is also provided to assist clinicians in efficiently managing patients with dyspepsia and in the diagnosis and treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), including its extraesophageal manifestations and upper gastrointestinal...
Clinical experts synthesize for the practicing physician all the important developments that have occurred recently in the diagnosis and treatment of ...
Leading experts in the fields of gastroenterology, surgery, and radiology comprehensively review the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and treatment of acute bleeding disorders of the GI tract. The authors break down acute bleeding into upper and lower GI tract sources and provide a differential diagnosis for each disease, evidence-based algorithms for clinical practice, treatment modalities for its management, and standards of care. The authors outline the many dilemmas faced by physicians in their approach to their patients, such as localization of the bleeding source (upper vs...
Leading experts in the fields of gastroenterology, surgery, and radiology comprehensively review the pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and treat...
Celiac Disease is an authoritative text intended to educate healthcare practitioners, gastroenterologists, physicians and nutritionists about the diverse manifestations, complications and management of gluten-sensitive enteropathy. The seventeen-chapter text provides the latest research on pathophysiology, including animal models, immunopathogenesis, genetics and the intestinal microflora. The book also features chapters on diagnosis, monitoring, complications and nutritional management, including therapies on the horizon. The text concludes with appendices that provide educational...
Celiac Disease is an authoritative text intended to educate healthcare practitioners, gastroenterologists, physicians and nutritionists abou...
