A focused study guide covering foundational anatomy, physiology, and common pathologies of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract, optimized for quick reference and examination preparation.
A comprehensive question bank designed for revision for the MRCP Part I examination, focusing specifically on topics within Gastroenterology, featuring case scenarios and detailed explanations for conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and liver disorders.
A question bank resource providing high-yield multiple-choice questions and detailed explanations covering Gastroenterology topics relevant for the MRCP Part 1 examination.
An evidence-based practical review detailing the clinical features, investigations, pathophysiology, and management of the four most common benign anorectal disorders: hemorrhoids, anal fissure, fecal incontinence (FI), and dyssynergic defecation (DD). It discusses stepwise treatments, including lifestyle changes, pharmacotherapy, anorectal biofeedback therapy, topical agents for fissures, and surgical options reserved for more severe disease.
A focused clinical review covering key points in GI pathology, including the classification and workup of Dysphagia (mechanical vs. motility disorders), the etiology and treatment of Singultus (hiccups), and the differential diagnosis of Esophageal Rupture (Mallory-Weiss tear vs. Boerhaave's syndrome).
Expert consensus guidelines developed by the Global NASH/MASH Council focusing on classification, diagnosis, and management recommendations for Metabolic Dysfunction Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Steatohepatitis. This publication specifically addresses the hepatobiliary field.
An introductory overview of the digestive system, detailing the components of the Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT) and associated digestive glands. It covers the primary functions of the system (digestion, absorption, secretion, motility) and provides an in-depth analysis of saliva, including its composition, specific functions (digestive, excretory, buffering, cleansing), and the autonomic control mechanisms involving conditioned and simple reflexes.
This section provides a high-yield overview of drugs used to treat inflammatory disorders and gastrointestinal dysfunction. Topics include the mechanisms and properties of first and second-generation antihistamines (H1 and H2 antagonists) and the mechanism of action for drugs targeting peptic ulcer disease and GERD, such as PPIs, antacids, and misoprostol.
A detailed medical reference focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of gastrointestinal and hepatology issues tailored specifically for the geriatric patient population.
This monograph, edited by Massimo Carlini, provides comprehensive updates on the diagnosis and treatment of abdominal neuroendocrine tumors, a rare and heterogeneous class of neoplasms.
This comprehensive guide addresses the gastrointestinal (GI) complications associated with diabetes mellitus. It details how chronic diabetic complications represent a major cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, specifically focusing on GI tract issues, which have historically been less recognized than micro- and macrovascular complications.
A comprehensive question bank for medical revision, focusing on the diagnosis, features, and management of various gastrointestinal disorders, including Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, Primary Biliary Cholangitis (Cirrhosis), and acute gastroenteritis.
This highly visual atlas presents a detailed examination of common and rare diseases affecting the salivary glands, focusing on detailed histopathology, diagnostic criteria, and correlations with clinical presentation and radiological findings.
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This book provides a comprehensive overview of the...
A comprehensive illustrated textbook covering the medical field of Paediatrics. This Fifth Edition was edited by Tom Lissauer and Will Carroll and includes eBook activation for flexibility.
A collaborative text detailing surgical approaches and techniques for procedures involving the brow and upper eyelid, featuring contributions from multiple specialties including Dermatology, Oculoplastic Surgery, and Facial Plastic Surgery.
A collection of multiple-choice questions designed to test fundamental knowledge of essential vitamins (A, D, K, C, B complex), their active forms, metabolic roles, coenzyme functions, and associated deficiency diseases like Beriberi, Pellagra, and pernicious anemia.
The book is primarily designed for undergraduates and presented in a simple and lucid language using a point-wise manner. It includes approximately 337 tables and 638 photographs and flow charts for easy understanding. Recent advances are included, along with a new chapter on Forensic Osteology and the latest trends in management of poisoned patients.
Detailed analysis of the hormone Glucagon, covering its dual mechanism of action through Gs receptors (cAMP) and PLC pathways, its hyperglycemic effects, and its physiological roles in stimulating glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis, lipolysis, and increasing the metabolic rate. Includes notes on the regulation of Glucagon secretion by blood glucose and amino acids.
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This book is intended as a practical guide...