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A comprehensive pocket guide for clinicians and residents, the Oxford American Handbook of Gastroenterology and Hepatology provides authoritative guidance and up-to-date information on the field. The Handbook gives thorough coverage of both diagnosis and therapy, includes an easy-to-reference emergency section, and maintains a focus on practical disease management. The book's anatomically organized sections are supplemented by special sections on management of GI emergencies and the "Top 10 GI Problems," including pertinent algorithms and practice guidelines. Useful appendices provide images of common GI problems and links to websites. ... Read more

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The main emphasis of this new fifth edition of Advanced Therapy of Gastroenterology and Liver Disease is on patient management. Chapters are dedicated to general topics in gastroenterology and hepatology practice and the use of diagnostic tests in clinical decision-making. Principles in endoscopy including sedation and infection control are also examined. Each chapter consists of recommendations from an expert in the field concerning a very focused problem. The authors discuss recommendations for instituting, modifying, and monitoring therapy, including combinations of drugs and / or therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. ... Read more

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Customer Reviews (4)

Disorganized, Rambling
I know Yamada is considered good, but I just didn't like his style or this book.

Rambling, no pictures, just very dry & doesn't cut to the chase, so to speak.

Good Book
Excellent book for both medicine and Gi specialty.
Wish to have an ebook version, such as Palm version.

Great Book,!
I enjoyed reading somepapers from this book and it was soo great andvery interesting for me as a new gastroenterologist it helped me a lot.

I prefer and to other doctors to have this book,Best regards,

Una buena vista rapida a gastro.
tiene un buen enfoque de pacientes en los primeros capitulos. Despues los capitulos por enfermedades te ubican bien. Es facil de leer y entender.

Tiene datos practicos y perlas de ves en cuando.

Utilizalopara repazar rapido o para llevarlo de un lado a otro, pero si de verdadquieres aprender gastro necesitas un tratado del tema.

Pero no piensesque te va entrar en un bolsillo, es para llevar en la maleta. Deberianeditarlo un poco mas chico. ... Read more

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This volume, under the authorship of Gerard Mullin at Johns Hopkins, and under the series editorship of Andrew Weil, the leading authority on integrative medicine in the US, offers a critical appraisal of integrative approaches to gastrointestinal disorders, including discussions of what's known and what's not known, and making practical recommendations on advising patients on controversial areas.In managing the patient, alternative therapies are never to be seen as substitutes for mainstream medical care, but always 'integrated' into the overall regimen, and always subjected to the best available evidence. Information is presented in an easy-to-read, two-color format featuring clinical pearls and key points. ... Read more

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Here is a volume in the Illustrated Colour Text series covering gastroenterology and liver disease. The book, following the usual format of the series, has double page spreads, each covering a discrete topic. There are ten sections, and the contents are organised by presenting problem. The book incorporates all the usual features of the series - colour line drawings, diagnostic algorithms, colour clinical photos (including endoscopic investigations) and other radiological images, as well as text features such as summary boxes. ... Read more

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Manual of Equine Gastroenterology provides the equine expert and general veterinary practitioner with a complete review of the latest information on all aspects of equine gastroenterology. Edited by an international team of equine specialists and with over 55 contributors from the USA and Europe, it provides the most up-to-date information on a wide range of conditions such as colic, hepatobiliary disease, oesophageal disorders, diarrhea, gastrointestinal parasites and many more. With detailed chapters on diagnosis and clinical examination, medical and surgical treatment and management of complications, Manual of Equine Gastroenterology gives veterinarians all the information they need to diagnose and treat any gastrointestinal problem encountered in the horse or foal. ... Read more

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A Concise, Symptom-Based Textbook for Diagnosis and Decision Making in Clinical Practice

Over the past twenty years, thousands of physicians have come to depend on Yamada’s Textbook of Gastroenterology. Its encyclopaedic discussion of the basic science underlying gastrointestinal and liver diseases as well as the many diagnostic and therapeutic modalities available to the patients who suffer from them was—and still is—beyond compare. This new textbook, Principles of Clinical Gastroenterology, is designed to inform practitioners on the features of the major clinical disorders in gastroenterology and hepatology from the point of view of the clinician observing signs and symptoms of a patient under care and management.

It is a practical guide to diagnosis and decision making in clinical practice and provides a rich source of information on diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver. Covering the full range of examinations in gastroenterology and hepatology, with extremely timely chapters on patients with dyspepsia, eating disorders, jaundice, hepatitis, cirrhosis, and on screening, Principles of Clinical Gastroenterology gives you easy access to approaches that a clinician might take to common symptoms and signs presented by patients with such disorders. The chapters include the epidemiology, history, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of the most commonly encountered disorders in gastroenterology and hepatology.

This textbook will be an invaluable resource whether you are a gastroenterologist, internist, surgeon, or other clinician who sees patients with gastrointestinal and liver disorders. It should be kept close at hand for frequent consultation. ... Read more

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Univ. of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Review companion to the author's text, Textbook of Gastroenterology, 3rd edition, c1999. Covers a separate organ system in each chapter, highlights key questions and emphasizes details, and includes references to specific pages in the parent text. Previous edition: c1996. Softcover. DNLM: Gastroenterology Diseases--Examination Questions. ... Read more

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Staging and grading are indispensable in analyzing the severity of a disease, therapeutic measures and estimation of quality of life. This is the first book to give a comprehensive overview of all the relevant staging and grading references in the complete gastrointestinal field.Aimed at professionals in gastroenterology, general and gastrointestinal surgeons, pediatricians, hepatologists, basic researchers, biomedical industry, nurse practitioners etc., at any level of competence, this work includes explanatory comments, providing an ideal guide into the myriad of gradings, providing a uniquely complete overview of the field. The quality is enhanced by the careful selection of the different gradings and the exactness and correctness of the references. In the era of evidence-based medicine, there are many studies comparing different therapeutic strategies, many of which use grading and staging systems that were previously published (but are not included in the papers).This book contains all the relevant grading and scales of the field which are necessary to correctly understand these papers.Thus it serves as a valuable reference for all readers, and for all physicians setting up research trials. The many high quality line drawings, endoscopic, radiologic and histologic illustrations clarify the various items when appropriate, again underlining the uniqueness of this work. ... Read more

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There 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. ... Read more

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Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Gastroenterology: An Illustrated Guide is a comprehensive volume describing procedures for the gastrointestinal tract in a simple way. Artistic illustrations are provided to educate the physician about procedures, and to provide not only clear descriptions of the changes in the anatomy and physiology, but also to provide advice on medical management of the post-procedure patient. Clear, detailed, artist-rendered illustrations of the anatomy are included as well as appropriate, radiological images. Chapters describe in detail the indications, contraindications, anatomical alterations, and physiological alterations that result from various operations and procedures. Comparisons between alternative operations, complications, medical management issues, and costs are also discussed. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures in Gastroenterology: An Illustrated Guide is a unique volume, written primarily for primary care physicians and general internists. It is also suitable for medical students, residents, nurses and nurse practitioners, nutritionists, dietitians and various subspecialists, who take care of patients with gastrointestinal disorders. ... Read more

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Clinical Gastroenterology was one of the first books to take a problem-based, rather than disease-based approach to this subject. The 2nd edition continues to focus on common and uncommon problems as they present in clinical practice and is aimed at the medical student, specialist trainee and general practitioner.

The management sections of each chapter have been significantly updated in the new edition reflecting the changes over the past 5 years. The medical and surgical synthesis has been revised and there are now more management algorithms and summaries for patients. The authors have also expanded the reflux disease and inflammatory bowel disease sections.

Written by two leading authors in the field, Clinical Gastroenterology 2nd edition offers a clear and concise guide to gastroenterological problems.

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Mosby's Medical Drug Reference 2006 provides reliable information on the most commonly prescribed drugs, their side effects, interactions and cost of therapy. It includes multiple indexes—for rapid access to information, as well as expert recommendations and other off-label information—to help readers find the best form of therapy available. Published annually to ensure access to the latest information available. * Includes pertinent drug information for the most commonly dispensed drugs—over 800 generic and 2000 trade drugs—including non-FDA-approved uses * Provides comprehensive updates that incorporate the latest drugs, indications, usages, dosages, and precautions. * Features Special Considerations for each drug that includes expert recommendations on therapy choice and administration, as well as relevant monitoring parameters and patient education guidelines. * Presents comparative drug tables to help readers select the best drug form/therapy for patients. * Incorporates a Therapeutic Index that helps users quickly locate all potential therapies for a specific condition. ... Read more

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This new title in the Lecture Notes series provides a clinically oriented approach, covering both medical and surgical aspects of a gastrointestinal practice. It covers organ-specific disorders, clinical basics, and GI emergencies. It also includes a detailed self-assessment section to help with exam revision. As part of the Lecture Notes series, this book is perfect for use as a concise textbook or revision aid. ... Read more

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Evidence-Based Gastroenterology provides a synthesis of evidence-based literature from the field of gastroenterology. Written by an international panel of world-renowned experts, it highlights the most important clinical issues currently facing gastroenterologists. The authors illustrate how they systematically assembled and critically assessed the evidence pertaining to a specific disease. They show how to apply that evidence to problem solving in daily clinical practice. Supporting evidence is graded using a three-point scale and then further divided into five subcategories. This grading method enables the reader to rapidly identify the optimal approach for specific patient management. What sets Evidence-Based Gastroenterology apart from others in the field is that it allows the reader to see how evidence has been gathered and appraised, and how it may be applied in the clinical setting. Evidence-Based Gastroenterology is an extremely valuable resource for those concerned with the pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of the variety of disorders. It will help identify important points and serves as a guide for future research in gastroenterology. ... Read more

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Traditional textbooks in this field have emphasized the basic sciences of pathology, biochemistry and physiology. Evidence-based Gastroenterology and Hepatology covers all the major diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and liver, utilizing clinical epidemiology to present the strongest and most current evidence for interventions.

This second edition is edited and written by leading gastroenterologists from around the world, each chapter summarizes the evidence so that better informed decisions will be made about which treatments to offer to patients.

It provides practising Gastroenterologists and Surgeons with clear information regarding the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic diseases, giving clear evidence and experience-based material that is immediately relevant to clinical practice.

Also contains a list of recommended reading at the end of each chapter.

Take a look at up to date information at www.evidbasedgastro.com ... Read more

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This valuable clinical reference covers the major GI diseases and conditions most commonly seen in clinical practice. Lavishly illustrated with 350 full-color Netter images to aid understanding, the guide also incorporates a handy template format for fast, easy access to key information on etiology, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, management and therapy. ... Read more

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Textbook of Gatroenterology, (Volumne One) ... Read more