Gastroenterology Books

Book SynopsisA clinically tested treatment protocol for Functional Abdominal Pain in young children. Using the Feelings and Body Investigators (FBI), this playful handbook empowers children and families to be detectives who investigate the wisdom of the body probing different types of pain, emotions, and all the body's cryptic messages.Trade Review'Dr. Zucker's beautifully written and creatively illustrated book Treating Functional Abdominal Pain in Children fills a big gap in our knowledge of and provides therapeutic tools for children suffering from these common chronic disorders. The innovative and validated treatment approaches as developed by Dr. Zucker over more than a decade of working with such patients, explained in practical detail proposed by her and her co-authors, are a welcome and much needed addition to the field. I cannot think of any publication in this field of medicine that is as informative, entertaining and filled with actionable strategies for young patients suffering from chronic abdominal pain. Parents, patients and physicians will love this book!' Emeran A. Mayer, M.D., Distinguished Research Professor, Departments of Medicine, Physiology and Psychiatry, David Geffen School of Medicine; Executive Director, G. Oppenheimer Center for Neurobiology of Stress and Resilience, Co-director, CURE: Digestive Diseases Research Center, UCLATable of ContentsPart I. The Background Science and Behind Feeling and Body Investigators: 1. Becoming a feeling and body investigator – pain division; 2. Visceral sensitivity as a superpower; 3. Responsive parenting and creating safety; 4. Discriminating safe from threatening body sensations: the science of interoceptive exposures; 5. The medical evaluation of abdominal pain in children, one general pediatrician's approach; Part II. A Session by Session Guide to Feeling and Body Investigators: 6. Initiation into feeling and body investigators; 7. The eats; 8. The explosions; 9. The zoomies and shakies Part I; 10. The Blahs; 11. The ouchies; 12. Session 7: The drowsies; 13. Session 8: The zoomies and shakies Part 2; 14. Session 9: the soothies; 15. FBI-Pain division chapter 15: session 10, the celebration…and the next leg of our journey..; Part III. Sample Workbook Pages, Handouts, and Additional Resources for Feeling and Body Investigators: Appendix 1; Appendix 2; Appendix 3.

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Book SynopsisAn informative and enjoyable book introducing gastrostomy tubes to children and their families, providing comfort, hope, and key information. Featuring easy to understand language, fun color illustrations and helpful instructions, this book is part of the innovative series The Strength of My Scars by surgeon, Maria Baimas-George.Table of ContentsG-Tubes – Fuel Me Up.

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Book SynopsisBringing together international experts in psychological and behavioural treatments for pediatric gastrointestinal symptoms, this book provides detailed, evidence-based protocols targeting gastrointestinal distress and associated mental health concerns for patients and their families. The first consolidated resource on the topic, Pediatric Psychogastroenterology gives mental health professionals access to the most up to date clinical knowledge and practice. Taking a holistic approach, it guides the reader on the treatment and care of pediatric gastrointestinal patients, as well as how to work with and support children's parents and families. The book is structured around symptom presentation and common challenges, enabling the reader to focus quickly on the area of need. Each chapter includes clinical pearls of wisdom and 62 developmentally appropriate worksheets for patients and their families to facilitate treatment, available for download.This pTrade Review‘The current book is the first to provide comprehensive information needed for any mental health professional entering the field or established providers looking for an update on recent practices and approaches. This book is a pleasure to read and will be an invaluable resource for any mental health care provider encountering youth with GI issues.’ Professor Carlo Di Lorenzo, Nationwide Children's Hospital, The Ohio State University, USA.‘Van Tilburg, Reed and Knowles have assembled an all-star cast that will make this book pivotal to current clinical care of disorders of gut-brain interaction in both health and disease and provide the basis for future research in the field!’ Professor Benjamin D. Gold, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Site for Improve Care Now (ICN), Past President, North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN), USA. ‘What has become clear is the importance of the relationship between pediatric gastroenterologists and psychologists who collaborate on the care of so many patients. But, for that to happen seamlessly, they need to speak the same language and share a common knowledge base. This book will become the standard road atlas for that communication. It so nicely facilitates a mutual understanding of the complexities of the patients we share. Psychogastroenterology is a tour de force that will quickly become required reading.’ Professor Jeffrey S. Hyams, Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, University of Connecticut School of Medicine, USA. ‘This is a must-have practical and essential resource for health professionals providing care to children with gastrointestinal (GI) conditions.’ Professor Tonya M. Palermo, Seattle Children's Research Institute, University of Washington, USA. Table of ContentsPart 1: Introduction to pediatric gastrointestinal physiology and conditions, the brain-gut axis, and working within health care teams 1. Gastrointestinal anatomy and physiology 2. Stress, psychological factors, and the brain-gut axis 3. Common gastrointestinal conditions in pediatrics 4. Medical procedures/testing in pediatric gastroenterology 5. Helping youth manage medical procedures 6. Case conceptualization and assessment 7. Collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment 8. Working with parents and primary caregivers 9. Caring for youth and families with complex medical and psychosocial concerns Part 2: Psychological approaches in pediatric Psychogastroenterology 10. Feeding difficulties: Introduction 11. Feeding difficulties: Food refusal 12. Feeding difficulties: Food selectivity 13. Feeding difficulties: Difficulty swallowing and the fear of aversive consequences 14. Nausea and vomiting 15. Pain disorders: Introduction, assessment, and psychophysiology 16. Pain disorders interventions: Cognitive behavior therapy & Acceptance and commitment therapy 17. Pain disorder interventions: Hypnotherapy 18. Constipation and soiling: Infant/toddler 19. Constipation and soiling: Children and adolescents Part 3: Transition and future challenges in pediatric Psychogastroenterology 20. Chronic illness adjustment and transition 21. Supervision and future challenges in pediatric psychogastroenterology

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Book SynopsisSurvival of patients with metastatic cancer has increased over the past two decades as a result of a progressive improvement of regional and systemic therapies. However, oncologists' estimates of patients' predicted overall survival in metastatic cancer are imprecise. The purpose of this book is to systematize the evidence regarding the prognostic factors of metastatic gastrointestinal tumors, separating the findings with the highest level of evidence among those available for each disease by selecting studies with the highest scientific evidence level.

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Book SynopsisGastrointestinal Emergencies 3E provides practical, up-to-date guidance for gastroenterologists, endoscopists, surgeons, emergency and acute physicians, medical students and trainees managing patients presenting with GI complications and/or emergencies. Combining a symptom section, a specific conditions section and a section that examines complications (and solutions) of GI procedures, focus throughout is on clear, specific how-to guidance, for use before a procedure or immediately after emergency stabilization. An evidence-based approach to presentation, diagnosis and investigation is utilized throughout. New to this third edition are severalbrand new chapters covering various complications of procedures and specific conditions not previously featured, as well as a thorough look at the many diagnostic and therapeutic advances in recentyears. In addition, every chapter from the current edition has undergone wholesale revision to ensure it is updated with the very latesTable of ContentsNotes on contributors, vii Section 1: Approach to specific presentations 1 Approach to dysphagia, 3John S. A. Collins 2 Approach to vomiting, 8Bee Chan Lee and John S. A. Collins 3 Approach to upper gastrointestinal bleeding, 12Patrick B. Allen and Tony C. K. Tham 4 Approach to acute abdominal pain, 19Tony C. K. Tham 5 Approach to jaundice, 25Tony C. K. Tham 6 Acute severe lower gastrointestinal hemorrhage, 34Jennifer M. Kolb and Tonya Kaltenbach 7 Approach to diarrhea, 39John S. A. Collins Section 2: Complications of gastrointestinal procedures and therapy 8 Complications of upper gastrointestinal endoscopy, 45Daniel J. Stein and Reza Shaker 9 Complications of percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, 51Barbara Willandt and Jo Vandervoort 10 Complications of endoscopic variceal ligation, sclerotherapy, and balloon tamponade, 57Aarti K. Rao and Roy Soetikno 11 ERCP complications, 61Constantinos P. Anastassiades and Richard C. K. Wong 12 Complications of laparoscopic surgery, 70Stephen Attwood and Khalid Osman 13 Complications of liver biopsy, 77Robert J. Wong and Aijaz Ahmed 14 Complications of colonoscopy, 81Matthias Steverlynck and Jo Vandervoort 15 Complications of capsule endoscopy, 86Roy Soetikno and Andres Sanchez]Yague 16 Complications of endoscopic ultrasound, 91Maria Cecilia M. Sison]Oh, Andres Sanchez]Yague, and Roy Soetikno 17 Complications of Endoscopic Mucosal Resection (EMR) and Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection (ESD), 99Ichiro Oda, Haruhisa Suzuki, and Seiichiro Abe 18 Complications of bariatric surgery, 105Allison R. Schulman, Michele B. Ryan, and Christopher C. Thompson 19 Complications of drugs used in gastroenterology, 117Paul Kevin Hamilton and Philip Toner Section 3: Specific conditions 20 Foreign body impaction in the esophagus, 135George Triadafilopoulos 21 Esophageal perforation, 142Ioannis S. Papanikolaou and Peter D. Siersema 22 Acute upper non]variceal gastrointestinal hemorrhage, 151Kelvin Palmer 23 Acute pancreatitis, 158David R. Lichtenstein 24 Biliary tract emergencies, 172Joseph K. N. Kim and David L. Carr]Locke 25 Variceal hemorrhage, 177Roy Soetikno and Andres Sanchez]Yague 26 Acute liver failure, 183Philip S. J. Hall and W. Johnny Cash 27 Ascites and spontaneous bacterial peritonitis, 193Andrés Cárdenas, Isabel Graupera, and Pere Ginès 28 Alcoholic hepatitis, 204Brian J. Hogan and David William Michael Patch 29 Perforation of the gastrointestinal tract, 211Ian McAllister 30 Intestinal obstruction, 220Kevin McCallion 31 Acute appendicitis, 225Ian McAllister 32 Middle gastrointestinal bleeding, 230Andres Sanchez]Yague 33 Ischemic bowel, 239Ryan B. Perumpail and Shai Friedland 34 Acute severe ulcerative colitis, 242Subrata Ghosh and Marietta Iacucci 35 Gastrointestinal infections, 251Graham Morrison and John S. A. Collins 36 Diverticular disease, 263Jennifer M. Kolb and Tonya Kaltenbach 37 Gastrointestinal complications of HIV disease, 269Emma McCarty and Wallace Dinsmore 38 Gastrointestinal complications in the intensive care unit, 276James J. McNamee and Daniel F. McAuley Index, 282

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Book SynopsisEsophageal Cancer and Barrett's Esophagus, 3E, focuses on these two common and key conditions that affect the esophagus, providing expert guidance to their pathogenesis, cause, prevention, diagnosis and clinical management. Top international names in the field examine each of the many issues involved, using the very latest evidence-based research, and clear, didactic adviceallows the reader to understand the best methods of diagnosis and clinical management of each condition whether early or late stage. Well-illustrated and fully revised to include the latest in ACG/ASG/UEGW guidelines, itis the perfect consultation tool for gastroenterologists and oncologists managing patients with cancer of the esophagus. It is also ideal for teaching residents and fellows optimum patient management, and for identifying areas requiring future research.Table of ContentsList of contributors ix Preface xiii 1 Epidemiology of esophageal carcinoma 1Mohammad H. Shakhatreh and Hashem B El-Serag 1.1 The incidence and mortality related to esophageal cancer 1 1.2 Mortality 2 1.3 Risk factors for EA 2 2 Barrett's esophagus: definition and diagnosis 15Stuart Jon Spechler 2.1 Introduction 15 2.2 Early history of Barrett's esophagus 15 2.3 Early reports on the histology of Barrett's esophagus 16 2.4 Identification of the gastroesophageal junction 16 2.5 Recognition of short segment Barrett's esophagus 17 2.6 Intestinal metaplasia and adenocarcinoma of the esophagus 18 2.7 The problem of cardiac mucosa 18 2.8 Definition of Barrett's esophagus 19 2.9 Diagnostic criteria for Barrett's esophagus 19 2.10 Intestinal metaplasia at the GEJ 20 3 Epidemiology and prevalence of Barrett's esophagus 25Helen G. Coleman, Shivaram K. Bhat and Liam J. Murray 3.1 Introduction 25 3.2 BE prevalence 25 3.3 BE incidence 28 3.4 Etiology and risk factors for BE 30 3.5 Neoplastic progression risk in BE 30 3.6 Conclusions 31 4 Esophageal adenocarcinoma: risk factors 35Mariam Naveed and Kerry B. Dunbar 4.1 Introduction 35 4.2 Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) 35 4.3 Barrett's esophagus (BE) 36 4.4 Obesity 37 4.5 Smoking 37 4.6 Alcohol 38 4.7 Dietary factors 38 4.8 Medication use 38 4.9 H. pylori 39 4.10 Demographics 39 4.11 Summary 39 5 Esophageal motility abnormalities in Barrett's esophagus 45Kumar Krishnan, John E. Pandolfino and Peter J. Kahrilas 5.1 Introduction 45 5.2 Antireflux barrier 45 5.3 Lower esophageal sphincter 46 5.4 Diaphragmatic sphincter and hiatal hernia 46 5.5 Mechanical properties of the relaxed EGJ 47 5.6 Esophageal clearance 48 5.7 Peristaltic dysfunction 49 5.8 Gastric emptying and duodenogastroesophageal reflux 49 5.9 Therapy of motor abnormalities in Barrett's esophagus 50 5.10 Conclusion 50 6 Molecular biology of Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma 55Ayesha Noorani and Rebecca C. Fitzgerald 6.1 Introduction 55 6.2 Genetic and host susceptibility 55 6.3 Environmental factors contributing to the development of BE 57 6.4 Genomic instability mutations and copy number changes in candidate genes 58 6.5 The advent of next generation sequencing 61 6.6 Future directions and conclusions 63 7 Histology of Barrett's esophagus: metaplasia and dysplasia 69Deepa T. Patil and John R. Goldblum 7.1 Introduction 69 7.2 Normal anatomy and histology 69 7.3 Histology of Barrett's esophagus 69 7.4 Intestinal metaplasia of the EGJ 71 7.5 Barrett's esophagus-related dysplasia 71 7.6 Intramucosal adenocarcinoma (IMC) 72 7.7 Submucosal adenocarcinoma 73 7.8 Morphologic types of dysplasia 73 7.9 Sampling error and observer variation in Barrett's esophagus-related dysplasia 74 7.10 Surrogate biomarkers for assessing risk of esophageal adenocarcinoma 74 8 Helicobacter pylori and esophageal neoplasia 79Arne Kandulski, Marino Venerito and Peter Malfertheiner 8.1 Introduction 79 8.2 H. pylori infection -- gastritis pattern and gastric physiology with impact on gastroesophageal reflux disease 79 8.3 Epidemiological studies -- GERD symptoms, erosive esophagitis and H. pylori 80 8.4 H. pylori, Barrett's esophagus and esophageal adenocarcinoma 81 8.5 H. pylori eradication and GERD 82 8.6 H. pylori and esophageal squamous cell carcinoma 83 8.7 Conclusions 84 9 Screening and surveillance 87Sarmed S. Sami and Krish Ragunath 9.1 Introduction 87 9.2 Screening 87 9.3 Surveillance 90 9.4 Conclusion 93 10 New surface imaging technologies for dysplasia and cancer detection 97 David F. Boerwinkel, Wouter L. Curvers and Jacques J.G.H.M. Bergman 10.1 Introduction 97 10.2 Surface imaging in Barrett's esophagus 98 10.3 Surface imaging for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma 103 10.4 Summary 104 11 New cellular imaging technologies for dysplasia and cancer detection 107Helmut Neumann and Ralf Kiesslich 11.1 Introduction 107 11.2 Confocal laser endomicroscopy 107 11.3 Endocytoscopy 110 11.4 Optical coherence tomography 111 11.5 Molecular imaging in Barrett's 112 11.6 Conclusion 112 12 The role of endoscopic ultrasound in esophageal cancer 115Samad Soudagar and Neil Gupta 12.1 Background 115 12.2 Equipment 115 12.3 Visualized EUS anatomy 115 12.4 Obstacles to accurate EUS staging 116 12.5 Esophageal cancer staging and impact on treatment intervention 117 12.6 T staging 117 12.7 N staging 119 12.8 M staging 120 12.9 Restaging after chemoradiotherapy and surveillance for disease recurrence 120 12.10 Conclusion/summary 121 13 Staging of esophageal adenocarcinoma by CT, PET, and other modalities 125Florian Lordick, Katja Ott, Matthias Ebert, Lars Grenacher, Bernd-Joachim Krause and Christian Wittekind 13.1 Introduction 125 13.2 Endoscopic staging 125 13.3 Staging by external ultrasonography 128 13.4 Staging by radiological examinations 128 13.5 Staging by positron emission tomography (PET) 129 13.6 The value of FDG-PET to predict response to pre-operative treatment 130 13.7 Conclusion: summary of recommended staging procedures 132 14 Medical management of Barrett's esophagus 137Sachin Wani 14.1 Introduction 137 14.2 Assessment of symptoms 137 14.3 Acid suppressive therapies in management of reflux symptoms 138 14.4 Normalization of intraesophageal acid exposure 138 14.5 Management of erosive esophagitis 139 14.6 Maintenance of healed mucosa after endoscopic eradication therapies 139 14.7 Conclusions 140 15 Thermal therapies and photodynamic therapy for early esophageal neoplasia 143Jacques Deviere 15.1 Introduction 143 15.2 Photodynamic therapy 144 15.3 Argon plasma coagulation 144 15.4 Cryotherapy 147 15.5 Conclusion 147 16 RFA for early esophageal neoplasia 151 Daniel K. Chan, Cadman L. Leggett and Kenneth K. Wang 16.1 Background 151 16.2 Device and procedural technique 151 16.3 Efficacy and durability of radiofrequency ablation 154 16.4 Initial treatment response to RFA and risk factors for failed ablation 156 16.5 Endoscopic mucosal resection in combination with radiofrequency ablation 157 16.6 Safety and tolerability of radiofrequency ablation 157 16.7 Subsquamous intestinal metaplasia after radiofrequency ablation 157 16.8 Surveillance following radiofrequency ablation 158 16.9 Conclusions 158 17 The role of endoscopic cryotherapy for treatment and palliation 161Kristle Lee Lynch, Eun Ji Shin and Marcia Irene Canto 17.1 Introduction 161 17.2 Cryotherapy mechanisms of tissue injury 161 17.3 Types of cryotherapy: devices, dosing, and endoscopic application 162 17.4 Efficacy and safety in Barrett's esophagus 164 17.5 Cryotherapy for the treatment of esophageal carcinoma 166 17.6 Summary and future directions 167 18 Endoscopic resection 169Oliver Pech 18.1 Introduction 169 18.2 ER techniques 169 18.3 ER in HGIN and early Barrett's cancer 171 18.4 ER of submucosal Barrett's adenocarcinoma 174 18.5 Conclusions 174 19 Endoscopic submucosal dissection 177Hironori Yamamoto, Tsuneo Oyama and Takuji Gotoda 19.1 Introduction 177 19.2 Indications of ESD for esophageal cancer 177 19.3 Preoperative examination 178 19.4 Techniques of ESD [19--22] for esophageal cancer 178 19.5 Complications 184 19.6 Sedation and anesthesia 185 19.7 Results 185 19.8 Training 185 19.9 Conclusion 186 20 Surgical therapy of early esophageal cancer 189Toshitaka Hoppo and Blair A. Jobe 20.1 Introduction 189 20.2 "Early" esophageal cancer 189 20.3 Indication of surgical resection for early esophageal adenocarcinoma 190 20.4 Strategy of surgical resection for early esophageal adenocarcinoma 190 20.5 Choice of surgical approach and outcomes 191 20.6 Discussion 194 20.7 Conclusion 195 21 Chemoprevention: can we prevent esophageal cancer? 199Janusz Jankowski and Mary Denholm 21.1 Overview 199 21.2 The effect of aspirin on cancer prevention 200 21.3 Risks and adverse effects of aspirin 201 21.4 The role of aspirin in reflux disease 203 21.5 Risk-benefits of aspirin 204 21.6 AspECT trial 205 22 Selection of patients for cancer prevention and eradication 209Aaron J. Small and Gary W. Falk 22.1 Introduction 209 22.2 Patient factors 209 22.3 Cancer risk and grade of dysplasia 210 22.4 Baseline quality measures 212 22.5 The lesion 213 22.6 Predictors of response 215 22.7 Predictors of initial response to therapy 215 22.8 Future considerations 217 22.9 Conclusions 217 23 Combined modality therapy in locally advanced esophageal cancer 221Geoffrey Y. Ku and David H. Ilson 23.1 Introduction 221 23.2 Pre-operative chemotherapy 221 23.3 Post-operative therapy 222 23.4 Chemoradiation for medically inoperably patients 224 23.5 Pre-operative chemoradiation 224 23.6 Pre-operative chemoradiation vs. chemotherapy 225 23.7 Definitive vs. pre-operative chemoradiation 225 23.8 Newer chemoradiation regimens 226 23.9 Targeted therapies 226 23.10 Positron emission tomography-directed therapy 227 23.11 Conclusion 228 24 Surgery in locally advanced esophageal cancer 231Nabil Rizk 24.1 Introduction 231 24.2 Chemotherapy, chemoradiation and surgical complications 231 24.3 Technical considerations 232 24.4 Risks of salvage surgery 233 24.5 Conclusion 234 25 Radiation therapy for locally advanced esophageal cancer 237Heath D. Skinner and Bruce D. Minsky 25.1 Introduction 237 25.2 Definitive therapy in unresectable locally advanced esophageal cancer 237 25.3 Trimodality therapy 240 25.4 Techniques of radiation therapy 243 25.5 Conclusions 245 26 Systemic therapy and targeted agents in advanced esophageal cancer 251Mark A. Lewis and Harry H. Yoon 26.1 Introduction 251 26.2 Chemotherapy 251 26.3 Targeted therapy 253 26.4 Future directions 258 26.5 Conclusions 259 27 Role of endoscopy and nutritional support in advanced esophageal cancer 265Manol Jovani, Andrea Anderloni and Alessandro Repici 27.1 Introduction 265 27.2 Nutritional support in advanced esophageal cancer 266 27.3 Palliative endoscopy in inoperable esophageal cancer 266 27.4 Conclusion 273 Index 277

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Book SynopsisGastroenterology and Hepatology Lecture Notes is a comprehensive yet easy-to-read overview of luminal gastroenterology and hepatology. Covering the epidemiology, causes, clinical features, investigation, treatment and prognosis of all the main gut and liver conditions, it is ideal for both exam preparation and fact finding.Table of ContentsPreface to the second edition vii Preface to the first edition viii About the companion website ix Part I Clinical Basics 1 Approach to the patient with abdominal pain 3 2 Approach to the patient with liver disease 13 3 Approach to the patient with luminal disease 20 4 Nutrition 34 5 Gastrointestinal infections 46 6 Gastrointestinal investigations 53 Part II Gastrointestinal Emergencies 7 Acute gastrointestinal bleeding 63 8 Acute upper and lower gastrointestinal emergencies 67 9 Acute liver failure 75 10 Pancreatobiliary emergencies 81 Part III Regional Gastroenterology 11 Oral cavity 91 12 Oesophagus 93 13 Stomach and duodenum 101 14 Small intestine 107 15 Small and large bowel disorders 115 16 Colon 128 17 Anorectum 135 18 Pancreatic diseases 141 19 Biliary diseases 149 20 Consequences of chronic liver disease 160 21 Liver transplantation 174 22 Alcoholic liver disease 182 23 Non‐alcoholic fatty liver disease 186 24 Viral hepatitides 190 25 Drug‐induced liver injury 204 26 Autoimmune hepatitis 209 27 Liver tumours and lesions 212 28 Vascular liver diseases 218 29 Pregnancy‐related liver disease 229 30 Hereditary and congenital liver diseases 233 Part IV Study Aids and Revision Gastrointestinal history check-list 255 Abdominal examination routine 257 Rectal examination routine 259 Common OSCE cases 260 Surgical sieve 261 Part V Self‐Assessment: Answers Self-assessment: Answers 265 Index 271

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Book SynopsisThis revised and updated second edition of the popular and comprehensive guide to the study of gastroenterology The revised second edition of Essentials of Gastroenterology provides a highly practical and concise guide to gastroenterology. The text covers every major disorder likely to be encountered during both GI training and in clinical practice. It also offers a handbook for preparing for Board examinations (e.g., USMLE and Internal Medicine Board examinations) as well as a handy clinical consultation tool. Fully updated to reflect the latest scientific information and practice guidelines, each section of the book covers a specific area of the gastroenterology tract and follows a standard outline: general information, normal physiology, etiology and pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, complications, prognosis, and treatment. The text provides easy-to-assimilate information on each disorder and includes the key faTable of ContentsContributor List xi Foreword xv Preface xvii Acknowledgments xix Tribute to Shanthi V. Sitaraman xxi Luminal Gastrointestinal Tract 1Shreya Raja and Melanie S. Harrison 1 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease 3Shani Woolard and Jennifer Christie 2 Dysphagia 19Emad Qayed and Shanthi Srinivasan 3 Peptic Ulcer Disease 35Meena A. Prasad and Lawrence S. Friedman 4 Common Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeries 49Rebecca G. Lopez and Edward Lin 5 Acute Diarrhea 71Jan]Michael A. Klapproth 6 Chronic Diarrhea 89Sonali S. Sakaria and Robin E. Rutherford 7 Irritable Bowel Syndrome 105Kavya M. Sebastian 8 Inflammatory Bowel Disease 113Jan]Michael A. Klapproth 9 Constipation 133Shreya Raja and Shanthi Srinivasan 10 Colorectal Neoplasms 149Pruthvi Patel and Vincent W. Yang Liver 165JP Norvell 11 Liver Anatomy and Histopathology 167Joel P. Wedd 12 Liver Biochemical Tests 179Nader Dbouk and Samir Parekh 13 Viral Hepatitis 195Anjana A. Pillai and Lawrence S. Friedman 14 Alcoholic Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease 211Stephen H. Berger and Ryan M. Ford 15 Chronic Liver Disease 227Preeti A. Reshamwala 16 Portal Hypertension 245JP Norvell Pancreas and Biliary System 269Stephan Goebel and Lisa Cassani 17 Pancreatic Anatomy and Function 271Field F. Willingham 18 Acute Pancreatitis 283Steven Keilin 19 Chronic Pancreatitis 301Anthony M. Gamboa and Qiang Cai 20 Bile Acid Metabolism 315Nicole M. Griglione and Field F. Willingham 21 Gallstones and Complications 325Julia Massaad Common Problems in Gastroenterology 339Emad Qayed and Meena A. Prasad 22 Acute Gastrointestinal Bleeding 341Tanvi Dhere 23 Abdominal Pain 359Kamil Obideen 24 Jaundice 367Nader Dbouk and Preeti A. Reshamwala 25 Abdominal Emergencies 381Stephan Goebel Picture Gallery 399Sonali S. Sakaria and Saurabh Chawla 26 Classic Skin Manifestations 401Melanie S. Harrison, Robert A. Swerlick, and Zakiya P. Rice 27 Classic Images 413Pardeep K. Mittal, Courtney C. Moreno, William C. Small, and Saurabh Chawla 28 Classic Pathology 443Sujaata R. Dwadasi, Mary M. Flynn, Stephen K. Lau, and Meena A. Prasad Index 471

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Book SynopsisYAMADA''S Handbook of Gastroenterology The GI doctor's classic portable, clinically-focused and authoritative reference, revised and updated The revised and updated fourth edition of Yamada's Handbook of Gastroenterology focuses on the clinical aspects of patients presenting with gastrointestinal and liver disease. The book is a portable, quick reference tool designed to assist trainees and practicing gastroenterologists in the practical assessment and clinical management of patients. The Handbook is divided into two parts; the first is symptom focused and the second highlights diseases. Each chapter features key practice points, essentials of diagnosis, potential pitfalls and case studies. In addition, the book includes multiple choice questions and answers to enhance understanding. The fourth edition includes updated clinical practice guidelines from National Societies (American Gastroenterological Association, American Society for GastrointestinTable of ContentsColor Plates List vii Preface ix List of Abbreviations xi Part 1 Approach to Patients with Gastrointestinal Symptoms or Signs 1 The Patient with Dysphagia or Odynophagia 3 2 The Patient with Heartburn or Chest Pain 13 3 The Patient with Gastrointestinal Bleeding 23 4 The Patient with Unexplained Weight Loss 37 5 The Patient with Nausea and Vomiting 47 6 The Patient with Abdominal Pain 57 7 The Patient with Gas and Bloating 69 8 The Patient with Ileus or Obstruction 79 9 The Patient with Constipation 89 10 The Patient with Diarrhea 99 11 The Patient with an Abdominal Mass 115 12 The Patient with Jaundice or Abnormal Liver Biochemical Tests 125 13 The Patient with Ascites 143 14 The Patient Requiring Nutritional Support 157 15 The Patient Requiring Endoscopic Procedures 171 Part 2 Specific Gastrointestinal Diseases 16 Motor Disorders of the Esophagus 187 17 Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease and Eosinophilic Esophagitis 197 18 Esophageal Neoplasia 207 19 Disorders of Gastric Emptying 217 20 Acid Peptic Disorders 229 21 Functional Dyspepsia 239 22 Gastric Neoplasia 245 23 Celiac Disease 255 24 Short Bowel Syndrome 265 25 Small Intestinal Neoplasia 273 26 Diverticular Disease of the Colon 281 27 Irritable Bowel Syndrome 289 28 Inflammatory Bowel Disease 299 29 Colonic Neoplasia 317 30 Anorectal Diseases 327 31 Pancreatitis 335 32 Pancreatic Neoplasia 349 33 Biliary Tract Stones and Cysts 359 34 Viral Hepatitis 369 35 Genetic and Metabolic Diseases of the Liver 383 36 Cholestatic Liver Diseases 391 37 Alcoholic Liver Disease 401 38 Autoimmune Hepatitis 407 39 Complications of Cirrhosis 413 40 Primary Hepatic Neoplasms 423 41 Infections of the Gastrointestinal Tract 431 42 Gastrointestinal Vascular Lesions 447 43 Medical, Surgical, and Endoscopic Treatment of Obesity 457 44 Questions and Answers 463 Index 517

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPreface Section 1 Introduction 1 Liver Tests Section 2 Take-Home Primers: Managing The Patient with Unexplained Abnormal Liver Tests 2 Primary Care Section 3 Take-Home Primers: Managing The Patient With Unexplained Abnormal Serum Liver Tests In Secondary Care 3 Global Perspective 4 Intensive Care 5 Infections Affecting The Liver In Immuno 6 The Post-Operative Patient 7 Pregnancy 8 Endocrinology And Metabolic Diseases (Including Diabetes) 9 Abnormal Serum Liver Tests In Cardiac Disease 10 Respiratory Disease 11 Gastroenterology 12 Renal medicine 13 Dermatology 14 Oncology 15 Haematology 16 Mental health & Neurology 17 Non-alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) Section 4 Practical Issues In Patients With Liver Abnormalities 18 Prescribing In Patients With Abnormal Liver Tests Or Liver Disease - A Pragmatic Approach 19 Invasive Procedures In Those With Liver Disease 20 Diagnosing Drug Induced Liver Injury Index

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Book SynopsisShould be read by anyone with a body. . . . Relentlessly researched and undeniably smart.The New York TimesNamed one of BuzzFeed''s Best Books of 2021What Doesn't Kill You is the riveting account of a young journalist's awakening to chronic illness, weaving together personal story and reporting to shed light on living with an ailment forever.Tessa Miller was an ambitious twentysomething writer in New York City when, on a random fall day, her stomach began to seize up. At first, she toughed it out through searing pain, taking sick days from work, unable to leave the bathroom or her bed. But when it became undeniable that something was seriously wrong, Miller gave in to family pressure and went to the hospitalbeginning a yearslong nightmare of procedures, misdiagnoses, and life-threatening infections. Once she was finally correctly diagnosed with Crohn's disease, Miller faced another battle: accepting that sh

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Book Synopsis“Fascinating.…[Ravella’s writing] breathes life into biological functions.” —Grace Wade, New Scientist A riveting investigation of inflammation—the hidden force at the heart of modern disease—and how we can prevent, treat, or even reverse it.Trade Review"A fascinating, case-oriented story of inflammation, diet and disease." -- Andrew Robinson - Nature"Compelling, thoughtful and rigorously researched." -- Rhys Blakely - Times"As gripping as a mystery story and as useful as a self-help book." -- Bee Wilson, author of First Bite and The Way We Eat Now"Controlling inflammation is the key to good health, and this beautifully written and researched book is the best way to understand it." -- Tim Spector, author of Food for Life"Shilpa Ravella’s deeply researched, far-ranging book shows us how inflammation links the pathologies of modern life. Even better, it lets us in on a practicing gastroenterologist’s insights on the role of diet and what we can do to stop or even reverse the effects of ‘inflammaging.’ This necessary book has the power to change the way we think and eat." -- Amit Majmudar, MD, author of What He Did in Solitary"Ravella’s fascinating, poetic, exploration of the body, food, and history will sweep you up sentence by sentence. A book that could not only reshape readers’ understanding of their own systems and choices but possibly medicine itself." -- Lauren Sandler, author of This Is All I Got"Inflammation is a double-edged sword that heals and destroys; it has already saved your life, but most likely will contribute to ending it…Shilpa Ravella takes us on a grand tour of the medical science and…the whys and ways of this fundamental process." -- Martin J. Blaser, MD, author of Missing Microbes"A must-read for anyone interested in cutting-edge medicine. It is no exaggeration to say that low-level inflammation may be an insidious factor contributing to numerous diseases of aging, and Shilpa Ravella, a gastroenterologist with a writer’s gift for translating complex science into clean, beautiful prose, is the perfect person to tell this gripping tale." -- Kathleen McAuliffe, author of This Is Your Brain on Parasites"A spellbinding tale taking us from the early Greek physicians to the COVID-19 pandemic.… The insights Shilpa Ravella reveals point to a pathway that can enhance both our personal well-being today and that of the planet we pass on to our grandchildren." -- Walter C. Willett, MD, DrPH, professor of epidemiology and nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health"Critical to our health is understanding how to stave off inflammatory diseases.… Shilpa Ravella makes this complex topic accessible and engaging, winding together a wonderful historical perspective with cutting-edge science." -- Justin Sonnenburg, coauthor of The Good Gut

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Book SynopsisCombat digestive symptoms and get trustworthy information to keep yourself healthy from the inside out Gut Health For Dummies can help you restore and optimize your gut and its microbes, for better health day to day. Clear away the confusion and debunk the unscientific information found on social media with this essential guide. You'll learn what makes the gut so important and how it influences the rest of your body, including your brain. Figure out how to manage digestive disorders and gut symptoms, confidently navigate the world of probiotics and other gut health supplements, and find inspiration for the diet and lifestyle changes that will support your health for years to come. This jargon-free Dummies guide will set you on the right path, giving you tips for adopting healthy habits, healing your gut biome, and being proactive for wellbeing and longevity. Learn how the gut works and explore what may be causing your digestive symptomsCombat IBS and other gut disorders with the latest scienceSteer clear of myths, scams, and misinformationdiscover what actually worksBe proactive in managing your gut health to ensure robust health and wellbeing at every ageFor those who currently experience gastrointestinal symptoms, and anyone interested in learning about evidence-based ways to optimize gut health, Gut Health For Dummies is the right choice.

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Book SynopsisWe know that gut health is key to our wellbeing so it''s high time we break the taboos and get familiar with our poo!In Regular, digestive health expert and medical nutritionist Tamara Duker Freuman tackles this less than glamorous topic and teaches you all you need to know about your bowel health. Offering tailored solutions for the most common - and uncommon - issues, including irritable bowel syndrome, reflux and Coeliac disease, this book will guide readers to identify the specific cause of their irregularity and provide personalised solutions and tips, including:-questions to take to your next doctor''s visit-an interactive quiz that will help you identify the quality of your stool -tables and charts listing problematic foods and suggested alternatives-sample menus, and more.Whether you or a loved one suffers from chronic diarrhoea or constipation, Regular covers the most common causes of bowel irregularity with detailed descri

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive yet accessible approach to healing leaky gut and the many uncomfortable symptoms it causes. Whole-body health can be restored with Dr. Stengler's integrative program, which includes prebiotic and probiotic recipes.Here's the truth: the health of your gut (including your microbiome) affects the health of all organs in the body. Your gut is also the epicenter of your immune system, so supporting it is crucial if you want more resiliency to infection or to be less prone to autoimmune disorders—or even cancer. The Holistic Guide to Gut Health dives into the gut-body connection so you can discover the true cause of many of your health issues—including leaky gut—and how to resolve them through scientific and clinically proven holistic methods.Whether you’re concerned about a specific condition or overall health, this book offers recommendations for nutrition, supplements, and lifestyle habits as well as gut-healing recipes to support your goals. You’ll also get Dr. Stengler's successful healing protocols for many common digestive issues such as acid reflux (GERD), candida overgrowth, IBS and IBD, and SIBO; and even non-digestive issues such as allergies and asthma, anxiety, depression, diabetes, fatigue, insomnia, joint pain and osteoarthritis, menopause systems, and PMS. The Holistic Guide to Gut Health arms you with all you need to make the right choices for you on your gut-healing journey.

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Book SynopsisThere have been significant developments in the fields of gastroenterology and hepatology since the previous edition and this new edition has been entirely revised, updated and considerably expanded. The format and layout have also been updated to include key points at the start of each chapter, bulleted lists and text boxes for tips and warnings. A new author team - which, for the first time, is international - has brought a new global perspective to this book. This is still the leading book for trainees/fellows in gastroenterology and hepatology, as well as junior doctors and general medicine interns. The series title is ''Pocket Consultant'' - and that''s exactly what the reader gets - the advice and guidance of a consultant on hand when and where they need it.Trade Review"This is a very accessible book: the style is didactic, all problems are expressed in a very pragmatic manner [...] all information sought can be found easily (the index is close to perfection); [the book] will stay very visible on my desk in the ward for everyday needs of invaluable information from an up-to-date and sound source." Digestive and Liver Disease "Overall I would strongly recommend this book as a starter text for senior SHOs and junior registrars. Those more experienced will also find it a useful revision tool." Dr Kate Evans SpR Gastroenterology "This is a fantastic book for newly appointed gastroenterology registrars/fellows and other professionals with an interest in the field." TiGs "This is a welcome third edition of a well known book for a wide audience. Dr Simon Travis has enlisted the help of gastroenterology experts from a larger field giving the book a more global appeal." MRCP Gastroenterology Specialist Registrar On previous editions ... "The 'Pocket Consultants' are a popular series of books aimed at doctors in training, both under- and post-graduate. Thus this is akin to carrying around a consultant-like opinion and font of knowledge in your pocket, and acting as an aid to making your opinion comparable to that of a senior colleague. It is also like having a slice out of one of the bigger textbooks, but being able to carry it around, and maybe, surreptitiously look up a topic." Gastroenterology Today "This little book is valuable support for junior hospital staff and general practitioners." Scandinavian Journal of GastroenterologyTable of ContentsPreface vii Acknowledgements ix 1 Alimentary Emergencies 1 2 Oesophagus 49 3 Stomach and Duodenum 75 4 Pancreas 111 5 Liver 133 6 Gall Bladder and Biliary Tree 185 7 Small Intestine 205 8 Inflammatory Bowel Disease 243 9 Large Intestine 285 10 Irritable Bowel Syndrome 333 11 Gastrointestinal Infections 347 12 Nutrition 369 13 The Gut in Systemic Disorders 395 14 Procedures and Investigations 409 Appendices 1 Useful addresses 435 2 Further reading 442 3 Height and weight charts 450 4 Diagnostic dilemmas 455 Index 457

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Book SynopsisFatty Liver Diseases: NASH and Related Disorders is an unusual book: it combines a practical approach for students and physicians concerned with the problem with a clear overview on the causative mechanisms. It appeals to doctors and other health care workers who encounter this problem, as well as to pathologists and investigators interested in the field of liver disease. It will improve your diagnostic acumen for people with abnormal liver tests, advance your knowledge about this important subject and help with your specialist or undergraduate exams, and management of a common disorder.Trade Review"A superb updated review of a topic of dramatically increasing importance, written by leading authorities in the field. The book is well organised and balanced with excellent homogeneity" "A comprehensive book of invaluable help in diagnosing and managing NAFLD/NASH. Again, an outstanding source of current data concerning this epidemiologically important problem" Digestive and Liver Disease "Fatty Liver Disease is a state-of-the-art textbook coauthored by a number of top-notch experts and should be viewed as an invaluable contribution to the proper management of fatty liver diseases and all its coexisting conditions." New England Journal of Medicine, 353;20 November 2005Table of ContentsContributors. Preface. 1 Overview: an introduction to NASH and related fatty liver disorders. 2 Pathology of hepatic steatosis, NASH and related conditions. 3 The epidemiology and risk factors of NASH. 4 Insulin resistance in NAFLD: potential mechanisms and therapies. 5 NASH as part of the metabolic (insulin resistance) syndrome. 6 NASH is a genetically determined disease. 7 The pathogenesis of NASH: human studies. 8 Animal models of steatohepatitis. 9 Fatty acid metabolism and lipotoxicity in the pathogenesis of NAFLD/NASH. 10 Cytokines and inflammatory recruitment in NASH: experimental and human studies. 11 Mitochondrial injury and NASH. 12 Cell biology of NASH: fibrosis and cell proliferation. 13 Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of NAFLD. 14 The clinical outcome of NAFLD including cryptogenic cirrhosis. 15 Practical approach to the diagnosis and management of people with fatty liver diseases. 16 Management of NASH: current and future perspectives on treatment. 17 NAFLD, NASH and orthotopic liver transplantation. 18 NAFLD/NASH is not just a ‘Western’ problem: some perspectives on NAFLD/NASH from the East. 19 NAFLD/NASH in children. 20 Steatohepatitis resulting from intestinal bypass. 21 Specific disorders associated with NAFLD. 22 Hepatocellular carcinoma in NAFLD. 23 Does NASH or NAFLD contribute to comorbidity of other liver diseases?. 24 Recent advances. Index

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Book SynopsisIntestinal failure is a challenging, emerging field that has been the subject of much research and debate in recent years and has only recently become widely accepted as a distinct clinical syndrome. This comprehensive book provides an in-depth review of scientific theory and clinical practice relating to intestinal failure with specific emphasis on assessment and management as part of a multidisciplinary team. Compiled by an internationally recognised editorial team, the book provides a practical how-to guide to the management of adult and pediatric patients with intestinal failure, focusing on quality-of-life issues that are at the heart of patient care. World experts from centers of excellence share their clinical experience and expertise, offering the first ever authoritative resource on intestinal failure All aspects of patient management are covered, from diagnosis and medical and surgical manageTrade Review“This is a useful, comprehensive, practical guide to modern assessment and management of complex intestinal failure cases. The book was compiled by experienced clinicians resulting in an authoritative, novel resource on intestinal failure.” (Doody's Reviews, March 2009) “A comprehensive overview of the far-reaching effects of loss of the gut. It is a good update on state-of-the-art treatment of patients … and the authors also go behind the scenes to discuss aspects of care … .Intestinal Failure gives insight into recent progress in the understanding of intestinal failure, covers the most important topics that the clinician working in this area will face … .Despite major improvements in the survival of patients with severe intestinal failure, the treatment of patients with poor gut function remains an exciting and challenging area of medicine, and this book enables the reader to have a good overview and understanding of the topic.” (New England Journal of Medicine, November 2008) Table of ContentsList of Contributors. Foreword. Preface. Abbreviations. Part 1 Introduction. 1 The History of Intestinal Failure and Transplantation: Alan N. Langnas (University of Nebraska Medical Center). Part 2 Intestinal Physiology and Immunology. 2 Intestinal Morphology, Intestinal Regeneration and the Promise of Tissue Engineering: David A.J. Lloyd (St Mark’s Hospital Harrow) and Simon M. Gabe (St Mark’s Hospital Harrow). 3 Basic Physiology of Motility, Absorption and Secretion: Greger Lindberg (Karolinska Institutet). 4 Immunology of the Small Intestine: Liam O’Mahony (University College Cork). 5 Intestinal Adaptation: The Biology of the Intestinal Response to Resection and Disease: Marc S. Levin (St Louis VA Medical Center) and Deborah C. Rubin (Washington University School of Medicine). Part 3 Intestinal Failure: Definition and Pathophysiology. 6 Intestinal Failure: Definitions and Classifications: Dominique M. Jan (Columbia University). 7 Causes of Intestinal Failure in the Newborn: Yigael Finkel (Karolinska Institutet). 8 Congenital Enteropathies Causing Permanent Intestinal Failure: Olivier Goulet (University of Paris-Descartes). 9 Causes of Intestinal Failure in the Adult: Harry C. Sax (The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University). 10 Intestinal Failure Related to Bariatric Surgery: Jon S. Thompson (University of Nebraska Medical Center). 11 Inflammatory Bowel Disease and the Short Bowel Syndrome: Ramsey K. Umar (Feinberg School of Medicine) and Alan L. Buchman (Feinberg School of Medicine). 12 Motility Disorders: Hayat Mousa (Center for Advanced Research in Neuromuscular Gastrointestinal Disorders (C.A.R.I.N.G)) and Carlo Di Lorenzo (The Ohio State University and Columbus Children’s Hospital). Part 4 Assessment and General Management of Intestinal Failure. 13 Assessment of Intestinal Failure Patients: Clarivet Torres (Georgetown University Hospital). 14 Guidelines for Home Parenteral Nutrition Support in Chronic Intestinal Failure Patients: Bernard Messing (Reference Centre for Rare Digestive Diseases), Francisca Joly (Reference Centre for Rare Digestive Diseases) and Virginie Colomb (Reference Centre for Rare Digestive Diseases). 15 Home Parenteral Nutrition: Complications, Survival, Costs and Quality of Life: John K. DiBaise (Mayo Clinic). 16 Vascular Access, Including Complications: Sanja Kolaček (Children’s Hospital Zagreb) and Julije Meštrović(Spit University Hospital). 17 Enteral Support for Children with Intestinal Failure: Daniel S. Kamin (Children’s Hospital, Boston) and Christopher Duggan (Children’s Hospital, Boston). 18 The Use of Enteral Nutrition in the Adult with Intestinal Failure: Khursheed N. Jeejeebhoy (University of Toronto). 19 The Enteric Flora in Intestinal Failure: Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth and Gut-Derived Sepsis: Eamonn M.M. Quigley (National University of Ireland, Cork), Rodrigo Quera (Hospital Clinico Universidad de Chile) and Ahmed Abu-Shanab (National University of Ireland, Cork). 20 Management of Complex Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances: Stuart S. Kaufman (Georgetown University Transplant Institute and Children’s National Medical Center) and Erin M. Fennelly (Georgetown University Transplant Institute). 21 Intestinal Failure-Associated Liver Disease: Sue V. Beath (Birmingham Children’s Hospital) and Jeremy M. Woodward (Addenbrooke’s Hospital). 22 Psychiatric Issues in the Assessment of the Patient with Intestinal Failure: James H. Sorrell (Nebraska Medical Center). 23 Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: Paul E. Hyman (University of Kansas School of Medicine) and Brenda Bursch (David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA). Part 5 Pharmacological Approaches to Intestinal Failure. 24 Luminal Nutrient Factors in Intestinal Adaptation and Their Use in Therapy: Jon A. Vanderhoof (Children’s Hospital, Boston) and Rosemary J. Young (Boys Town National Research Hospital). 25 The Role of Humoral Factors in Intestinal Adaptation: Jennifer N. Woodard (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) and Kelly A. Tappenden (University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign). Part 6 Autologous Reconstruction of the GI Tract. 26 Autologous Reconstruction of the GI Tract: Debra Sudan (University of Nebraska). Part 7 Organ Replacement Therapy for Intestinal Failure. 27 Intestinal Transplantation: Indications and Patient Selection: Kareem M. Abu-Elmagd (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center). 28 Isolated Small Bowel Transplantation and Combined Liver-Small Bowel Transplantation: Douglas G. Farmer (Dumont-UCLA Transplant Center). 29 Living Donor Intestinal Transplantation: Enrico Benedetti (University of Illinois at Chicago), Fabrizio Panaro (University of Illinois at Chicago) and Giuliano Testa (University of Chicago Medical Center). 30 Isolated Liver Transplantation for Intestinal Failure-Associated Liver Disease: Jean F. Botha (University of Nebraska Medical Center) and Alan N. Langnas (University of Nebraska Medical Center). 31 Preservation of the Intestine: Vincent B. Nieuwenhuijs (University Medical Center Groningen), Mihai Oltean (Sahlgrenska University Hospital), Henri G. Leuvenink (University of Groningen) and Rutger J. Ploeg (University Medical Center Groningen). 32 Immediate Postoperative Care of the Intestinal Transplant Recipient: Gabriel J. Hauser (Georgetown University Children’s Medical Center), Jeffrey S. Plotkin (Georgetown University Hospital) and Thomas Fishbein (Georgetown University Hospital). 33 Surgical Complications of Intestinal Transplantation: Wendy J. Grant (University of Nebraska Medical Center). 34 Infections in Small Bowel Transplant Recipients: Alison Freifeld (University of Nebraska Medical Center) and Andre Kalil (University of Nebraska Medical Center). 35 Immunosuppression after Intestinal Transplantation: Raquel Garcia-Roca (University of Minnesota) and Rainer Gruessner (University of Arizona). 36 Immunology of Intestinal Allograft Rejection: Kenneth A. Newell (Emory University) and Jonathan P. Fryer (Feinberg School of Medicine). 37 Histopathology of Intestinal Transplantation: Tong Wu (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) and Anthony J. Demetris (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center). 38 Long-Term Management of Intestinal Transplant Recipients: Frances R. Malone (Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center Seattle) and Simon P. Horslen (Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center Seattle). 39 Management of Posttransplant Lymphoproliferative Disease: Thomas G. Gross (The Ohio State University). 40 Results of Intestinal Transplantation: David R. Grant (University of Toronto) and Shimul A. Shah (University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center). 41 Psychosocial Assessment and Management of the Transplant Patient/Family in Intestinal Transplantation: Jodi Gentleman (The Nebraska Medical Center), Leonard W. Penkoski (University of Nebraska Medical Center). and James H. Sorrell (Nebraska Medical Center). 42 Financial, Economic and Insurance Issues Pertaining to Intestinal Transplantation: When Is Too Much Not Enough?: Roger W. Evans (Consultant in Health Care Rochester). Index

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Book SynopsisThis concise introduction to the gastrointestinal system encapsulates the fundamental facts and principles of this rapidly growing and changing specialty. Written by experienced clinicians and teachers, the text covers the basic concepts of both the science surrounding the gastrointestinal system and the basics of clinical practice in an accessible, lucid format.Now fully supported by a companion website at www.ataglanceseries.com/gastro containing interactive MCQs and downloadable digital flashcards, The Gastrointestinal System at a Glance is the ideal revision aid for medical and allied health students, and provides valuable insight for anyone seeking a comprehensive and concise guide to this subject area. Fully revised and updated to include further coverage of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy, revised liver chapters and a new chapter on embryology Now in full colour throughout Table of ContentsPreface 6 Acknowledgements 6 List of abbreviations 7 Introduction and overview 8 Part 1 Structure and function 1 Mouth and teeth 10 2 Salivary glands 12 3 Tongue and pharynx 14 4 Oesophagus 16 5 Stomach 18 6 Duodenum 20 7 Pancreas 22 8 Liver 24 9 Biliary system 26 10 Hepatic portal system 28 11 Jejunum and ileum 30 12 Caecum and appendix 32 13 Colon 34 14 Rectum and anus 36 Part 2 Integrated function 15 Embryology 38 16 Enteric motility 40 17 Enteric endocrine system 42 18 Enteric and autonomic nerves 44 19 Mucosal immune system 46 20 Digestion and absorption 48 21 Digestion of carbohydrates, proteins and fats 50 22 Digestion of vitamins and minerals 52 23 Nutrition 54 24 Fluid and electrolyte balance 56 25 Hepatic metabolic function 58 26 Hepatic synthetic function 60 27 Hepatic detoxification and excretion 62 Part 3 Disorders and diseases 28 Nausea and vomiting 64 29 Diarrhoea 66 30 Constipation 68 31 Functional disorders and irritable bowel syndrome 70 32 Gastro-oesophageal reflux and hiatus hernia 72 33 Peptic ulcer and Helicobacter pylori 74 34 Gastroenteritis and food poisoning 76 35 Gastrointestinal system infections 78 36 Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease 80 37 Coeliac disease 82 38 Obesity and malnutrition 84 39 Colon and rectal cancer 86 40 Gastrointestinal, pancreatic and liver tumours 88 41 Haemorrhoids and anorectal disease 90 42 Gallstones and pancreatitis 92 43 Hepatitis and acute liver disease 94 44 Cirrhosis and chronic liver disease 96 Part 4 Diagnosis and treatment 45 History, examination and tests 98 46 Diagnostic endoscopy 100 47 Therapeutic endoscopy 102 48 Radiology and imaging 104 49 Functional tests 106 50 Pharmacotherapy 108 51 Gastrointestinal surgery 110 Index 112

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Book SynopsisThe Evidence-based Practice Workbook is an ideal tool for use by GPs, medical specialists and other healthcare professionals to learn the concepts of evidence-based practice (EBP). Practical and interactive, this workbook provides simple methods to help health professionals find and use the best evidence to answer clinical questions, developing their skills in: asking clinical questions searching for answers discriminating good from poor information and research using the answers to make clinical decisions. This attractive, colour workbook provides a clear explanation of EBP skills and concepts. Written by internationally respected authors, this expanded and updated edition has been developed from evidence-based practice workshops run by the Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine at the University of Queensland and Oxford, and contains information and exercises to help health professionals learn how to use EBP in their clinicaTable of ContentsNote from the authors iv Acknowledgements iv Introduction to this workbook v How to use this workbook vi Part 1: Introduction to evidence-based practice 1 What is evidence-based practice? 3 Some evidence-based cases 14 Part 2: The steps in evidence-based practice 19 EBP Step 1: Formulate an answerable question 21 EBP Step 2: Track down the best evidence 39 EBP Step 3: Critically appraise the evidence 71 EBP Step 4: Apply the evidence 133 Part 3: Further critical appraisal exercises 141 Critical appraisal of studies for a prognosis question 143 Critical appraisal of studies for a diagnostic test accuracy question 161 Part 4: Reflections and further information 175 How am I doing? Diary of a reflective practitioner 177 Useful sources of evidence 182 Further reading 185 Glossary 186 Answers to quizzes and appraisals 191 Endpiece 198 Index 199

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Book SynopsisGastroenterology is a critically important specialty in medicine, encompassing the GI tract and two vital organs - the pancreas and the liver. Gastroenterology: Clinical Cases Uncovered includes reference to the new JCHMT curriculum for acute and internal medicine concerning gastroenterology and hepatology and presents real-life patient cases and outcomes as seen on the wards and in exams leading students through a practical approach to recognize, understand, investigate and manage gastroenterological and hepatological disorders and conditions. Following a question-answer approach, with self-assessment MCQs, EMQs and SAQs, and a ''refresher'' section on basic science, Gastroenterology: Clinical Cases Uncovered features investigations and the treatment options available for patients with upper and lower GI disorders, liver disease, biliary and pancreatic disease, and problems of nutrition. Gastroenterology: Clinical Cases Uncovered is ideal for medical stTable of ContentsPreface, vii How to use this book, viii List of abbreviations, ix Part 1 Basics, 1 Basic science, 1 Approach to the patient, 14 Part 2 Cases, 29 Upper gastrointestinal Case 1 A 61-year-old woman with progressive dysphagia, 29 Case 2 A 52-year-old man with atypical chest pain, 34 Case 3 A 57-year-old woman with upper abdominal discomfort, 40 Case 4 A 36-year-old man with upper abdominal discomfort and heartburn, 45 Case 5 A 27-year-old woman with nausea and vomiting, 51 Case 6 A 73-year-old man with haematemesis and melaena, 56 Case 7 A 68-year-old woman with fatigue, weight loss and altered bowel habit, 63 Lower gastrointestinal Case 8 A 23-year-old woman with constipation, 69 Case 9 A 24-year-old woman with chronic diarrhoea, 74 Case 10 A 51-year-old woman with acute nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea, 80 Case 11 A 79-year-old woman with altered bowel habit and weight loss, 85 Case 12 A 54-year-old man with rectal bleeding, 90 Case 13 A 66-year-old woman with anaemia, 95 Liver disease Case 14 A 64-year-old man with abnormal liver function tests, 100 Case 15 A 45-year-old man with acute jaundice, 109 Case 16 A 53-year-old woman with jaundice and abnormal liver tests, 115 Case 17 A 53-year-old man with abdominal swelling, 120 Case 18 A 36-year-old man who drinks alcohol, 125 Biliary and pancreatic disease Case 19 A 79-year-old man with right upper quadrant colicky abdominal discomfort, 131 Case 20 A 19-year-old man with acute abdominal pain, 136 Nutrition Case 21 A 35-year-old woman with anorexia, 143 Case 22 A 48-year-old man with an increased body mass index, 148 Functional disorders Case 23 A 21-year-old student with chronic abdominal pain, 153 Part 3 Self-assessment, 159 MCQs, 159 EMQs, 162 SAQs, 166 Answers, 167 Further reading, 173 Index of cases by diagnosis, 175 Index, 177 The colour plate section can be found facing p.54.

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Book SynopsisColorectal cancer is a common cause of morbidity and mortality in which prevention, screening and early detection are vital. Beginning with the patient perspective and following the patient pathway, this new second edition covers epidemiology and prevention, screening programmes, decision support networks, the role of primary care, and supportive care for patients with colorectal cancer. The ABC of Colorectal Cancer provides the core knowledge on clinical genetics, diagnosis, imaging, therapy and surgery options and the latest evidence based guidelines for treating and managing colorectal cancer patients within the multidisciplinary team. Highly illustrated and accessible, it covers the full spectrum of the disease to provide the basis to make a real difference to clinical management. This is an invaluable practical guide for the non-specialist on all aspects of colorectal cancer, and is ideal for general practitioners, junior doctors, nurses and allied health professTrade Review“This short clinical review book of CRC strikes an excellent balance being both concise but with thorough and up-to-date coverage of the subject matter. The chapters based on their size, layout, and supporting figures are very approachable and I would suspect the book to be very useful to its intended audience of general practitioners and physicians in training. The text would seem to be most useful to those practicing clinical medicine, but could also serve as supplemental reading for those preparing for board-type examinations.” (Gastroenterology, 1 August 2012) “The information in the ABC of Colorectal Cancer is very well presented and the coverage is more than a GP would need in clinical practice.” (Australian Family Physician, 4 April 2012)Table of ContentsContributors vii Preface ix 1 The Patient Perspective 1 Kevin Bond 2 Epidemiology and Prevention 4 Peter Boyle, Patrick Mullie, Maria Paula Curado and David Zaridze 3 Pathways of Carcinogenesis 8 Michael Christie and Oliver Sieber 4 Clinical Genetics in the Management of Colon Cancer 13 Kai Ren Ong, Vicky Bowyer and Trevor Cole 5 Screening for Colorectal Cancer 19 Julietta Patnick and Wendy S. Atkin 6 Decision Support Networks 22 Matthew Kelly, Mark Austin and Sir Michael Brady 7 Pathology of Colorectal Cancer 26 Mohammad Ilyas 8 Imaging of Colorectal Cancer 31 Andrew Slater 9 The Role of Primary Care 36 Sue Wilson and Richard Hobbs 10 Radiotherapy for Rectal Cancer 40 Andrew Weaver 11 Surgical Interventions 44 Shazad Ashraf and Neil Mortensen 12 Adjuvant Therapy 48 Zenia Saridaki-Zoras and David Kerr 13 Treatment of Advanced Disease 52 David Watkins and David Cunningham 14 Innovative Treatment for Colorectal Cancer 58 Joanne L. Brady and David Kerr 15 Supportive Care for Patients with Colorectal Cancer 63 Pauline McCulloch and Annie Young 16 Follow-up 69 John Primrose Index 74

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive resource for fellows/trainees and candidates for recertification in gastroenterology summarizes the field in a modern, fresh format. Prominent experts from around the globe write on their areas of expertise, and each chapter follows a uniform structure. The focus is on key knowledge, with the most important clinical facts highlighted in boxes. Color illustrations reinforce the text.Table of ContentsContributors. Preface. Foreword. Part 1: Pathobiology of the Liver and Biliary Tract. 1 Anatomy, Embryology and Histology (Nirusha Lachman, Wojciech Pawlina). 2 Immunology of the Liver and Mechanisms of Inflammation (Konstantinos N. Lazaridis). Part 2: Diagnostic Approaches in Liver Disease. 3 Approach to History Taking and Physical Examination in Liver and Biliary Disease (David D. Douglas). 4 Assessment of Abnormal Liver Injury Tests (Mashal Jatoi Batheja, Hugo E. Vargas). 5 Imaging of the Liver and Biliary Tree (Alvin C. Silva). 6 ERCP and Biliary Manometry (Todd H. Baron). 7 Endoscopic Techniques used in the Management of Liver and Biliary Tree Disease: EUS (Ferga C. Gleeson, Elizabeth Rajan). 8 Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy in the Management of Liver Disease (Hugo E. Vargas). 9 Liver Biopsy and Paracentesis (John J. Poterucha, Timothy J. Gunneson). Part 3: Problem-Based Approach to Liver Disease. 10 Jaundice and Pruritus (Andrea Gossard, Keith Lindor). 11 Liver Mass Found Incidentally on Abdominal Imaging (Thomas J. Byrne). 12 Right Upper Quadrant Abdominal Pain (Feng Li, Cuong Nguyen). 13 Acute Liver Failure (J. Eileen Hay). Part 4: Problems Related to Chronic Liver Disease. 14 Portal Hypertension (Nayantara Coelho-Prabhu, Patrick S. Kamath). 15 Hepatocellular Carcinoma (Lewis R. Roberts). 16 Pregnancy and Liver Disease (Elizabeth J. Carey, J. Eileen Hay). 17 Biliary Atresia and Cystic Fibrosis: Transitioning Care from Pediatrics to Internal Medicine (Veena Venkat, Benjamin L. Shneider). Part 5: Diseases of the Liver. 18 Acute Viral Hepatitis: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis E and Other Viruses (Juan F. Gallegos-Orozco, Jorge Rakela). 19 Hepatitis B and C (W. Ray Kim, John J. Poterucha). 20 Bacterial and Other Non-Viral Infections of the Liver (Maria Teresa A. Seville, Ann McCullough, Shimon Kusne). 21 Metabolic Liver Diseases (John B. Gross). 22 Hepatic Steatosis and NAFLD (Paul Angulo). 23 Drug-induced Liver Injury (Einar S. Björnsson, Naga Chalasani). 24 Alcoholic Liver Disease (Helga Paula, Vijay Shah). 25 Autoimmune Liver Diseases (Jayant A. Talwalkar, Keith D. Lindor). 26 Vascular Diseases of the Liver (Bashar A. Aqel). 27 Hepatic Complications of Bone Marrow Transplantation (Kelly K. Curtis, James L. Slack, Hugo E. Vargas). 28 Hepatic Manifestations of Systemic Diseases (Stephen Crane Hauser). Part 6: Liver Transplantation. 29 Indications and Patient Selection (Saleh Alqahtani, Kymberly D.S. Watt). 30 What Hepatologists Should Know About Liver Transplant Surgery (Kristin L. Mekeel, David C. Mulligan). 31 Immunosuppression: The Essentials (David J. Post, David D. Douglas). 32 Liver Transplantation: Early and Long Term Management and Complications (Chakri Panjala, Denise M. Harnois). Part 7: Problem-Based Approach to Biliary Tract Disease and Gallbladder. 33 Gallstones, Gallbladder Polyps and Their Complications: Epidemiology, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis and Management (Ethan D. Miller, M. Edwyn Harrison). 34 Functional Gallbladder and Sphincter of Oddi Disorders (Bret T. Petersen). 35 Cancer of the Gallbladder and Biliary Tree (David J. Rea, David M. Nagorney, Charles B. Rosen). 36 Biliary Strictures and Leaks (Erin W. Thackeray, William Sanchez). Index.

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Book SynopsisThere have been many advances in the management of this condition since the first edition of Gastrointestinal Bleeding. This new edition, thoroughly revised and restructured, includes the latest updates on all areas of the field of GI Bleeding, systematically covering all the areas of the GI tract, from upper GI to lower GI, through to small bowel bleeding. It fully covers the different types of bleeding that can occur, from peptic ulcer through to variceal bleeding and looks at new developments and pioneering techniques in the field, including endoscopy and balloon-enteroscopy. A methodology section describes the latest design of clinical trials in GI bleeding and this edition now highlights the new guidelines on UGIB (Upper gastrointestinal bleeding). This new edition of Gastrointestinal Bleeding is an invaluable purchase for all gastroenterologists, both in training and fully qualified.Table of ContentsList of Contributors, vii Part I: General Approach to Upper and Lower GI Bleeding 1 Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Presentation, Differential Diagnosis and Epidemiology, 1 Joseph Sung 2 Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Resuscitation, ICU Care and Risk Stratification, 15 Joseph Sung 3 Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Antiplatelets and Anticoagulants, 29 Joseph Sung Part II: Peptic Ulcer Bleeding 4 Peptic Ulcer Bleeding: Endoscopic Diagnosis, Endoscopic Therapy and Pharmacotherapy, 41 I. Lisanne Holster, Caroline M. den Hoed & Ernst J. Kuipers 5 Peptic Ulcer Bleeding: Surgery and Radiology, 78 Irene M. Mulder, Ernst J. Kuipers & Johan F. Lange Part III: Variceal Bleeding 6 Variceal Bleeding: Endoscopic Diagnosis, Endoscopic Therapy and Pharmacotherapy, 97 Dennis M. Jensen, Thomas O.G. Kovacs & Disaya Chavalitdhamrong 7 Variceal Bleeding: Surgery and Radiology, 119 Dennis M. Jensen, Thomas O.G. Kovacs & Disaya Chavalitdhamrong Part IV: Other Causes of Upper GI Bleeding 8 Other Causes of Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding, 135 I. Lisanne Holster & Ernst J. Kuipers Part V: Lower GI Bleeding 9 Lower GI Bleeding: Endoscopic, Radiological and Surgical Diagnosis and Management, 177 Ana Ignjatovic, John T. Jenkins & Brian P. Saunders Part VI: Small Bowel Bleeding 10 Small Bowel Bleeding, 212 Daniela E. Serban & Ernest G. Seidman Part VII: GI Bleeding of Unknown Origin 11 Gastrointestinal Bleeding of Unknown Origing, 247 Larry H. Lai, Aric J. Hui & James Y.W. Lau Part VIII: Methodology and Guidelines 12 Design of Clinical Trials in Gastrointestinal Bleeding, 280 Vipul Jairath & Alan N. Barkun 13 Guidelines and Consensus on Gastrointestinal Bleeding, 304 Alan N. Barkun Index, 325

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Book SynopsisEdited by a stellar team of scientists compiling more than 120 papers into a single volume, the XIth Annual International Symposium on Amyloidosis represents the most important review of the state-of-the-science and future directions of this rapidly growing field. An unparalleled cast of pioneering researchers, including keynote speaker and Nobel Laureate Dr. Stanley Prusiner, present groundbreaking research in systemic amyloidosis including the mechanisms of disease and cellular toxicity, AA amyloidosis, familial amyloidosis, AL amyloidosis, clinical trials, and emerging Divided into six sections, the book begins with a study of the mechanisms of fibril formation and cellular response. It investigates possible horizontal transmission, charge differences of deposits in AL and NALCDD, and novel assays to detect amyloid induced apoptosis. The second section considers AA and localized amyloidosis and presents advances in non-invasive imaging, amyloid typing, and the translocation of systeTable of ContentsMECHANISMS OF FIBRIL FORMATION AND CELLULAR RESPONSE, AA AND LOCALIZED AMYLOIDOSIS, FAMILIAL AND TTR AMYLOIDOSIS, AL AMYLOIDOSIS, NEW DIAGNOSTICS AND EMERGING TRANSLATIONAL APPROACHES, CLINICAL SESSIONS

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Book SynopsisIBS, which affects almost one in six Americans, is characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation. Drawing on his many years of experience treating people who have symptoms of IBS, the author explains normal digestion, the causes of IBS, how IBS is diagnosed, and what to expect with treatment.Trade ReviewAnybody who has symptoms or a diagnosis of IBS and clinincal staff who may encounter patients with the disease, should read this fascinating book. -- Ibadete Fetahu Nursing TimesTable of ContentsPrefaceAcknowledgmentsList of AbbreviationsPart I: Irritable Bowel Syndrome: The Basics1. Overview of IBS2. What Is IBS?3. Why Do I Have IBS?4. How Common Is IBS?5. What Is My Prognosis?6. The Anatomy of DigestionPart II: Diagnosing Irritable Bowel Syndrome7. How Is IBS Diagnosed?8. Diagnostic Tests and What They Mean9. IBS and Other Medical Disorders10. IBS and Diet11. IBS and Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)12. IBS versus IBDPart III: Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome13. Treatment Basics14. Lifestyle Modifications15. Diet Modifications16. Treatment Options for IBS with Constipation17. Treatment Options for IBS with Diarrhea18. Medications for Abdominal Pain Associated with IBS19. Treatments for Gas and Bloating20. Probiotics and Antibiotics: Frequently Asked Questions21. Complementary and Alternative Medicine22. Psychological, Hypnotherapeutic, and PsychiatricTherapies23. The Ingredients of an Effective Doctor's AppointmentPart IV: Other Issues24. IBS and Children25. What Does the Future Hold?Appendix: About Clinical Trials and Scientific ResearchPatient ResourcesGlossaryReferencesIndex

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Book SynopsisNo anatomical reference is as inexpensive and as loaded with meticulously detailed, beautifully illustrated structures of the human digestive system, clearly and concisely labeled for easy identification. There are over 10 million QuickStudy anatomy guides in print, all with Illustrations by award-winning and best-selling medical illustrator Vincent Perez, whose life mission is cataloging the beauty and detail of our complicated body systems for the medical professional, the formative student and the inquisitive layperson. 6-page laminated guide includes illustrated and labeled: Anterior Digestive System & Viscera Posterior Digestive System & Viscera Lateral Mouth & Tongue Mouth & Throat Muscles Mouth, Tongue, Taste Buds Tooth Cross Section Mouth & Salivary Glands Small Intestine (Schematic), Large Intestine Stomach, Stomach & Pancreas Lymphatics Large Intestine Lymphatics Hepatic Portal Veins Liver, Gallbladder & Pancreas Liver Lobule (Micro) Pancreas Anterior Nervous System Ileocecal

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Book SynopsisMillions of Americans have complaints about, or disorders of, the esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, gallbladder, or pancreas, all of which comprise the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This book provides accurate, reliable, and up-to-date information on the most common GI disorders.Written by a gastroenterologist with decades of clinical and research experience, A Gastroenterologist's Guide to Gut Health provides the advice that Dr. Novick gives to patients in his practice every day, written in a clear, conversational, and easily understandable style. Advocating strongly for colon cancer screening and prevention, he walks readers through the process of colonoscopy, demystifying the procedure so patients know exactly what to expect. A review of alternatives to colonoscopy are also included. In addition to colonoscopy and colon cancer, Dr. Novick reviews irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, acid reflux, hepatitis Trade ReviewIn easy-to-understand language, Novick, a gastroenterologist, explains the many problems that can arise in the gastrointestinal tract. He rightly starts with the biggest one: colon cancer. Last year, 134,490 Americans were diagnosed with it, and 49,190 Americans died from it. Novick includes many interesting details about the bowel prep and anesthesia required for colonoscopies. For example, most patients get what’s called 'conscious' or 'twilight' sedation for their colonoscopies, but doctors prefer to use total IV anesthesia in patients who drink heavily or who regularly use sedatives or opioid pain medications. Novick also ably covers many other GI problems, such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hemorrhoids, and heartburn. Without passing judgment, he notes that excessive alcohol use is a risk factor for pancreatitis, and smoking and obesity are risk factors for pancreatic cancer. At the end, he shares 19 patient-empowering tips for getting the most from doctor visits, including knowing that it’s OK not to accept every recommendation. And he includes a bibliography and index—and a helpful glossary that explains unfamiliar terms like villous adenoma. (It’s a colon polyp.) Charts and shaded boxes also make this guide reader-friendly. * Booklist *[Dr. Novick’s] book focuses primarily on our internal health and well being – a subject which, unfortunately, many people feel uncomfortable discussing. The book, which is very well-written and easy for anyone to understand, is copiously illustrated and contains chapters on colonoscopies, irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids, heartburn and acid reflux, liver disease, and how to maintain good eating habits…. I cannot recommend Dr. Novick’s new book highly enough…. Novick’s easy, relaxed writing style belies his expertise, really shining and making it easy for the lay reader to grasp the material…. Dr. David Novick has written a simple yet important book, one whose information is – forgive me – easily digested, and one which all adults need to examine. * Dayton City Paper *The gut is one of the most important parts of our body, keeping it in shape is a key to staying healthy. I am delighted to see that my long-time friend Dr. Novick took the time to explain the functions of each part of our gut, the consequences if our gut is not in good shape, and how to prevent gastrointestinal and liver diseases. This book combines up-to-date medical information and decades of experience of the author. It is an easy read for everyone interested in maintaining gut health or in keeping gut ailments away. -- Anna S. Lok, MD, Director of Clinical Hepatology, Assistant Dean for Clinical Research, University of MichiganAn appealing and informative book that belongs in every doctor’s waiting room! Gastroenterology procedures scare people, but this book will reassure them. -- Martha Moody, physician and best-selling author of Best Friends and Sharp and Dangerous VirtuesDespite all the publicity, too many people do not get colon cancer screening or other needed care. Dr. Novick’s book uses clear medical writing and humor to help people overcome their fears. -- Annie Roboff, song and music writer, This Kiss, That’s the Way, and UnbrokenI wish I had this book before my colonoscopy, as it would have assuaged my fears about how a colonoscopy will feel (like nothing!) and calmed my nerves about what I might say under sedation (which thankfully wasn't much). -- Courtney Reagan, CNBC reporterDr. Novick’s book is the third in recent years to clearly explain the digestive system. Gut brilliantly explains how it works, Gulp gives the fascinating back-stories, and this book gives you the elements of successful diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Novick’s expertise provides authentic and accessible information regarding gut health. This is a book everyone should read. -- Anne Marie Romer, RN, GI Nurse and Author of Blog, The Space BetweenAs an advocate for people to have colonoscopies (an earlier one could have saved my husband’s life), I found this book to be ‘just what the doctor ordered.’ If one life is saved through this book, then Dr. Novick’s commitment and hard work will have been worth it. I think it will help many. -- Kate Carlisle, a badgering but loving advocate for colonoscopyTable of ContentsDisclaimers Dedication Contents Introduction Diagrams of the Gastrointestinal Tract, Colon, and Gallbladder & Pancreas Chapter 1. Preparing for Colonoscopy Chapter 2. Sedation and Anesthesia Chapter 3. The Colonoscopy Chapter 4. Recovery After Colonoscopy Chapter 5. Putting Colonoscopy in Perspective: The Evidence, Quality Issues, and Surveillance Intervals Chapter 6. Colonoscopy: Risks, Alternatives, and Barriers Chapter 7. Overview of Colon Cancer Chapter 8. Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis Chapter 9. Irritable Bowel Syndrome Chapter 10. Inflammatory Bowel Disease Chapter 11. Clostridium difficile Infection, or C-Diff Chapter 12. Hemorrhoids Chapter 13. Evaluation of The Esophagus, Stomach, and Small Intestine Chapter 14. Heartburn and Reflux Chapter 15. Disorders of the Stomach and Small Intestine, Including Celiac Disease Chapter 16: Gallbladder and Pancreas Chapter 17. Hepatitis C Chapter 18. Cirrhosis and the Spectrum of Liver Disease Chapter 19. Healthy Eating Chapter 20. How To Get the Most Out of Your Visit to the Doctor Bibliography Glossary For Further Reading Acknowledgements Partnership with a GI Charity

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Book SynopsisThis manual offers state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic modalities drawn from Gastroenterology, Speech Language Pathology, Otolaryngology and Radiology, offering contributions of 28 innovators and master clinicians to benefit both patients and providers.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews:“This is a comprehensive overview of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for dysphagia. … The book is written for healthcare providers who see patients with disorders of deglutition, which would include those in otolaryngology, gastroenterology, speech-language pathology, and rehabilitation medicine. … This is an important contribution to the field of dysphagia management, with detailed chapters on diagnostic and therapeutic options for patients. The chapters are well organized and easy to follow.” (Inna Athar Husain, Doody’s Review Service, November, 2012)Table of ContentsPart I: General Consideration in Evaluation of Dysphagic Patients 1. Establishing a comprehensive Center for diagnosis and therapy of swallowing disorders - Bronwyn Jones and William Ravich2. Clinical Evaluation of Patients with Dysphagia: Importance of History Taking and Physical Exam - Gary H. McCullough and Rosemary Martino Part II: Commonly Used Tests for Evaluation of Deglutitive Disorders3. Radiographic Evaluation of the Oral/preparatory and Pharyngeal Phases of swallowing including the UES: Comprehensive Modified Barium Swallow Studies - Jeri A. Logemann4. Radiographic Evaluation of the Esophageal Phase of swallowing - Marc Levine5. Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) - Susan Langmore and Joseph T. Murray6. Laryngopharyngeal Sensory Testing - Jonathan Aviv7. Un-sedated Transnasal esophagoscopy: Endoscopic evaluation of esophageal phase of deglutition - Gregory Postma and Kia Saeian8. Manometry of the UES including High Resolution Manometry - Benson Massey9. Manometric Assessment of the Esophagus - Jeff Conklin10. Esophageal pH and impedance monitoring - Eytan Bardan11. Pharyngeal pH and impedance monitoring - Robert T. Kavitt and Michael F. Vaezi Part III: Management of Oral Pharyngeal Dysphagia in Adults12. Oropharyngeal Strengthening and Rehabilitation of Deglutitive Disorders - Jacqueline Hind and JoAnne Robbins13. Shaker Exercise - Caryn Easterling14. Mendelson Maneuver and Masako Maneuver - Cathy L. Lazarus 15. Effortful Swallow - Maggie Lee Huckabee and Phoebe Macrae16. Compensatory Strategies and Techniques - Susan Butler, Cathy Pelletier, Catriona M. Steele Part IV: Management of Oral Pharyngeal Dysphagia in Pediatrics17. Rehabilitative Maneuvers and Exercise - Joan Justine Sheppard18. Compensatory Strategies and Techniques - Claire Miller and Paul Willging19. Special Consideration in the Evaluation of Infants and Children with Deglutitive Disorders - Neelesh Tipnis

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Book SynopsisAre you suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Do you have episodes of wind, bloating, constipation and diarrhoea? If so, this probably means that your digestive system is not functioning properly and you need to find out why. Based on proven methods applied in her own practice, Hilda Glickman discusses the symptoms of IBS, shows you how to test at home for the possible causes and looks at how you can improve your overall health through simple changes to your diet. Written in a clear, accessible style, this book offers a five-step plan that will enable you to Find out and eliminate what should not be in your digestive tract Add in what should be in the digestive tractFacilitate the reintroduction of beneficial bacteriaHeal and strengthen your digestive tract Learn how you should eat in order to maintain a healthy digestionYour digestive system doesn''t exist on its own. If it is not functioning correc

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Book Synopsis Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! Closely mirroring the daily sign-out process, Atlas of Gastrointestinal Pathology: A Pattern Based Approach to Neoplastic Biopsies is a highly illustrated, efficient guide to accurate diagnosis. This practical reference uses a proven, pattern-based approach to clearly explain how to interpret challenging cases by highlighting red flags in the clinical chart and locating hidden clues in the slides. Useful as a daily “scope-side guide,” it features numerous clinical and educational features that help you find pertinent information, reach a correct diagnosis, and assemble a thorough and streamlined pathology report. More than 1,600 high-quality photomicrographs capture the subtle morphologic spectrum of neoplastic processes of the tubular GI tract. Each image is captioned with key diagnostic considerations and includes call-outs showing subtle features and diagnostic clues.

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Book SynopsisDisorders of the gastrointestinal tract make up some of the most common illnesses experienced across the lifespan affecting individuals in infancy, childhood and adulthood. This essential guide to the gastrointestinal system will enable nurses and allied health professionals to apply principles of anatomy and physiology to clinical practice. Taking a practical and evidence-based approach, each chapter explores associated anatomy, function and abnormalities. Chapters use selected pathology and associated pathophysiology, from across the lifespan, to support understanding of how disorders can disrupt the development and function of the gastrointestinal tract. The accessible writing style and full colour illustrations make this an ideal introduction for students and professionals new to gastrointestinal care.Table of ContentsIntroduction. Oral Cavity. Oesophagus. Small Intestine. Pancreas. Liver and Gallbladder. Large Intestine.

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Book Synopsis'All disease begins in the gut.' —HippocratesA humorous, easy-to-digest guide to the gut and next generation hope to combat heart disease, obesity, autism, Alzheimer's, and more.Let’s Talk Sh!t examines the human microbiome—the dynamic world of bacteria, fungi, and viruses that com­prises more than 50 percent of our mortal selves—and its role in health and well-being. This informative catch-all compendium is packed with knowledge about gastrointestinal disorders and their current treatments, offering readers next-generation hope to combat heart disease, obesity, autism, Alzheimer’s, and more. From constipation to cancer, research indicates that our unique microbiomes may be the basis for future advances in health and wellness. Dr. Sabine Hazan and Dr. Thomas Borody, leaders in microbiome research, explore the rea­son therapies may not be working for many and why fecal transplants may be part of the s

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Book Synopsis'A spicy educational treat to be savoured: a delight.' Tim Spector'This is an extraordinary fusion of science, literature, medicine and cookery. I've never read anything quite like it - a book that will transform tour understanding of what you it and how it makes you feel.' Dr Xand and Dr Chris van Tulleken'I so enjoyed this book, it does so much, it will let you cook recipes like a top chef and at the same time give you the scientific foresight of a doctor.' Gregg Wallace'This takes you on a culinary and scientific journey through the gut, exploring digestion and how what we eat influences the way we feel.' Dr Max the Mind DoctorThe book will take you on a joint culinary and scientific journey through the gut. It is an unapologetic celebration of what I believe to be the most amazing organ of the body, that will enhance and enlighten the way you cook and eat. Saliha Mahmood AhmedWritten by a gastroenterologist and award-winning food writer, Foodology offers a unique perspective on the joy of eating. Explaining the process of digestion and how the food we eat influences the way we feel, Saliha draws on the latest science and her own experiences as both a doctor and a cook, to bring the subject to life. From childhood memories of devouring Indian street food to why munching on a jam doughnut brings gastronomic happiness, Saliha also offers 50 new, simple, delicious and mostly vegetarian recipes to help you explore your gut health and find your own gastronomic happiness.Foodology takes you on a journey from the first smell of food and bite of goodness through to the time it takes for food to leave the system, and all the processes in between. Have you ever thought about why certain smells can make your mouth water, how the texture of food can impact your taste and why some foods can make you bloat? Saliha takes you on an extensive journey through the gut to show you the true joy of food and why gastronomic happiness is so important to our lives.'A great book for anyone who wants to cook a very tasty supper that hits the spot and also get to know their bodies, moods and emotions better. Foodology is both fascinating and full of delicious meals to enjoy cooking.' Melissa Hemsley'This is a book in the finest tradition of narrative recipe writing. It's a heavenly mix of whimsy, life and science, grounded in solid technique and blissful flavour.' William Sitwell

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Book Synopsis'I deeply respect and honour the work of Ann Louise Gittleman, whom I consider as a teacher, as well as what she has done to bring intelligence to the world of nutrition.' Dr Mark HymanEat your way to a faster metabolism, easier weight loss and better health - from New York Times bestselling author and health pioneer Ann Louise Gittleman.One reason many diets fail is that they don't correct the shutdown of key fat-burning tissues in the body: brown fat, muscle and the microbiome. Each of these prefers a specific type of food for optimal function and this expert book tells you exactly how to fuel them.Radical Metabolism will shake up your long-held beliefs and assumptions about what is healthy, especially when it comes to diet. However, this isn't just about weight loss - this is about putting the brakes on ageing, gaining the tools necessary to dodge age-related illness and staying energised for life. The book is divided into three sections: The first section lays out the scientific basis for the Radical Metabolism plan so that you can understand the rationale behind the programme. Discover the five radical rules for rescuing your metabolism, the forgotten but powerful role bile plays in the body's slimming systems and the hero ingredients that are key to lasting weight loss. The second section is the eating diet plan. It starts off with the 4-Day Radical Intensive Cleanse, a simple juicing-and-souping detox plan designed to give your liver and gallbladder a rest before the main programme. The 21-Day Radical Reboot will teach you how to reawaken and retrain your metabolism to build a lasting and lean body. The third section expands the menu with a collection of 49 recipes (anglicised for UK readers) and provides a maintenance plan and additional guidance for staying on track for life.An easy-to-follow programme with the nutritional and scientific research to back it up, this book offers simple strategies that produce radical results.REAP THE BENEFITS OF A RADICAL METABOLISM: - Lasting weight loss - Greater energy - Balanced mood - Healthier skin - Protection against health problems, such as type II diabetes and gallbladder issues

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Book Synopsis'A must-have for sufferers, medics, caterers and restaurant staff' - Ian MarberThis authoritative, accessible and supportive book will help you to find out if you or child need to avoid gluten, and how to set about getting a diagnosis. If you do need to avoid gluten - or if you already know you or a family member are coeliac - it will help you to understand labelling, to shop safely (and affordably), to eat out without fear, and to make the best healthy, gluten-free choices for your diet. There is plenty of psychological and emotional support, and insight into managing everyday challenges, from safe travel to personal care and other non-food exposures. The book also gives some insight into the latest research into coeliac disease, and possible future developments for managing the condition, giving continued hope that the newest, groundbreaking therapies may transform the lives of coeliacs ten years hence. Practical, readable and with a Foreword by Coeliac UK, this book is indispensable for anyone seeking the very latest information and advice on how to live the best possible gluten-free life.Trade Review"Coeliac disease represents a confusing journey for so many people, and this book provides an accurate and supportive guide to help clear away the fog along the way." -- Dr Chris Steele"This compact book packs a wealth of information ... I have read dozens of books about celiac disease but learned so much in Gazzola's overview of the discovery of the cause ... one of the go-to books for those with the disease ..." -- Linda Hughes * Celebrate Gluten-Free *"This book will help those anxious about the condition to understand more about it. Chapters on symptoms, diagnosis and testing are followed by practical advice on managing the disease, including the emotional and psychological effects - an area too often overlooked." -- Sarah Stacey * You Magazine *"... a fantastic support for those with a diagnosis... provides much more than 'just the basics' of the condition and will give comfort and reassurance to those bewildered by recent diagnosis... an excellent book." -- Ursula Arens * Network Health Dietitians *"... well-written... factually accurate... easy to read... The contents are well selected and up to date... a useful addition to the bookshelf of anyone with coeliac disease, particularly the newly diagnosed." -- Tanya Thomas, RD * Dietetics Today *"There is a huge amount of information packed into this slim little volume... a must-read bible of a book" -- Ruth Holroyd * What Allergy? *"The most informative book on coeliac disease I have ever read - all coeliacs should have a copy." -- John Burke * GFLiving.com *"I recommend this book to anyone who is newly diagnosed with coeliac to deal with the transition to a gluten-free life as well as those who've been living with coeliac disease for some time and would like a refresher." -- Sian Drew, AKA Gluten-Free Mrs D

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Book SynopsisChildhood allergies are booming, but what if there was a way to prevent allergies in the first place? What if simple lifestyle changes in the critical first 1000 days could change your baby's life?For families across the world, eczema, asthma, hay fever and food allergies are constant anxieties, sometimes with devastating consequences. Leading gastroenterologist Dr Vincent Ho has taken a deep dive into the exploding medical field of gut health and explains that from conception to birth, and from breastfeeding to the introduction of solid foods, small steps go a long way in preventing allergies and fortifying your baby's immune system. Dr Ho cuts through the scientific jargon to provide strategies for allergy management and treatment, and shows you how to strengthen your child's gut health for the long term - all before they begin to walk.The Healthy Baby Gut Guide is packed with sensible advice, surprising scientific discoveries and even a nutritionist-approved nine-week infant meal plan to help parents navigate the introduction of common allergenic foods. Practical, easy-to-follow and utterly eye-opening, this book is essential reading for every parent and parent-to-be.'Essential reading for every parent and parent-to-be.' - Dr Rupy Aujla, Author & Founder, The Doctor's Kitchen'This is a really useful guide. Dr Vincent Ho has put together an easy to read and understand book on how to reduce allergies in children. I highly recommend this book in your list of baby books to read.' - Dr Sonny Chong, Consultant Paediatrician and Gastroenterologist, Queen Mary's Hospital for Children'A terrific evidence-based guide to help parents foster the optimum gut health for their babies. As a mother and scientist, I will turn to this book time and time again. Dr Ho is clearly and expert in his field, navigating a tricky subject with admirable ease and dexterity.' - Dr Saliha Mahmood AhmedTrade ReviewThis is a really useful guide. Dr Vincent Ho has put together an easy to read and understand book on how to reduce allergies in children. I highly recommend this book in your list of baby books to read. * Dr Sonny Chong, Consultant Paediatrician and Gastroenterologist, Queen Mary's Hospital for Children *A terrific evidence-based guide to help parents foster the optimum gut health for their babies. As a mother and scientist, I will turn to this book time and time again. Dr Ho is clearly and expert in his field, navigating a tricky subject with admirable ease and dexterity. * Dr Saliha Mahmood Ahmed *

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