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.
A concise summary detailing the physical, personal, and social impacts experienced by individuals following a Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). It discusses the profound challenges, including the loss of identity, and strategies for achieving a life worth living. This volume is part of the SpringerBriefs in Public Health series.
A compilation defining key terms and concepts in the science of nutrition and dietetics, including dietary allowances (EAR, RDA), principles of energy expenditure (BMR, TEE), and food terminology (Glycaemic Index, Skimmed milk, Toned milk).
A self-study module covering the diagnosis and clinical stages of ulcerative and sexually transmitted infections, focusing heavily on Syphilis ('The Great Imitator'). Content includes primary, secondary, and tertiary manifestations, diagnostic serology (VDRL/RPR), differential diagnosis (Condyloma Lata), and management considerations like the Jarisch-Herxheimer reaction.
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Published: 2019
Number of pages: 304 pages
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Authors: Suzanne Freitag
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A step-by-step guide to performing a wide...
This book analyzes the strategies and mechanisms involved in ABO-incompatible organ transplantation, a crucial development given the increasing worldwide limitation due to organ donor shortage. It explores how scientific progress has allowed ABO incompatibility, once considered an absolute barrier leading to immediate humoral destruction, to be overcome, particularly for kidney grafts, requiring highly specialized teams of nephrologists, surgeons, and nurses.
This is the second edition of a food microbiology laboratory textbook, offering a revised and updated practical approach for food science students. The new edition includes five new chapters covering essential laboratory techniques such as Thermal Inactivation of Escherichia coli O157:H7, evaluating the antimicrobial activity of chlorine water on produce, assessing Salmonella cross-contamination using the Most Probable Number (MPN) technique, DNA extraction and purity determination of foodborne pathogens, and the practice of Multiplex PCR for bacterial identification. It also features new lab work flowcharts.
A comprehensive text focusing on the disease process, diagnosis, and clinical management of dental caries. It covers modern treatment approaches and is intended for dental professionals.
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Comprehensive and authoritative, The Essentials of Men's...
An up-to-date authoritative global resource providing clinical diagnosis and treatment of childhood diseases. It also identifies issues of social justice and provides solutions to improve access to health care and health outcomes for all children.
An atlas detailing various suturing techniques used for repairing surgical wounds, lacerations, and achieving optimal cosmetic results in repair procedures.
This book, edited by Ilser Turkyilmaz, explores fundamental and contemporary concepts in the field of dental implants. Topics include oral anatomy and neurovascular considerations in surgery, physicochemical properties of implant surfaces, osseointegration and bioscience at the bone-implant interface, and biomechanics related to implant stability and immediate loading.
