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Evaluation of Gastrointestinal Motility and its Disorders

Author : Uday C. Ghoshal
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 8132208226
Total Pages : 150 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (322 download)

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Book Synopsis Evaluation of Gastrointestinal Motility and its Disorders by : Uday C. Ghoshal

Download or read book Evaluation of Gastrointestinal Motility and its Disorders written by Uday C. Ghoshal and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-10-24 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This multi-authored book covers most aspects of evaluation of gastrointestinal motility – a field that has been expanding in recent times largely due to advances in diagnostic modalities; coupled with this, new evidences supporting best practices have increased the interest among clinical gastroenterologists, researchers, teachers and trainees in gastrointestinal motility and its disorders. New advances in the field of evaluation of functional bowel diseases and motility disorders, such as high-resolution manometry, 24-h pH impedance monitoring, Bravo capsule pH-metry, barostat, balloon expulsion test, barium and MR defecography, biofeedback, hydrogen breath tests, motility capsule (smartpill) etc. have significantly expanded the scope and outcome of treating these disorders. The chapters have been contributed by a well-conversant group of experts from the global academia, including India, Singapore, Thailand, Korea and Australia, integrating the body of knowledge on evaluation methods with evidence of best practices for the management of motility disorders. A chapter on how to set-up a manometry laboratory provides key information for clinicians and researchers who are planning to start working in this area. With 11 chapters in the book supported with numerous tables, flow charts, schematic diagrams and images, professionals will find it an essential reading.

GI Motility Testing

Author : Henry P. Parkman
Publisher : SLACK Incorporated
ISBN 13 : 1556429584
Total Pages : 506 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (564 download)

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Book Synopsis GI Motility Testing by : Henry P. Parkman

Download or read book GI Motility Testing written by Henry P. Parkman and published by SLACK Incorporated. This book was released on 2011 with total page 506 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some Chapter Topics Include:

Clinical and Basic Neurogastroenterology and Motility

Author : Satish S.C. Rao
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128130385
Total Pages : 662 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

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Book Synopsis Clinical and Basic Neurogastroenterology and Motility by : Satish S.C. Rao

Download or read book Clinical and Basic Neurogastroenterology and Motility written by Satish S.C. Rao and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2019-12-01 with total page 662 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clinical and Basic Neurogastroenterology and Motility is a state-of-the-art, lucidly written, generously illustrated, landmark publication that comprehensively addresses the underlying mechanisms and management of common adult and pediatric motility disorders. These problems affect 50% of the population and include conditions such as dysphagia, achalasia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, gastroparesis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gas and bloating, SIBO, constipation and fecal incontinence. The book brings together international experts and clinician scientists, epitomizing their years of wisdom into a concise yet practical text that is delivered in two distinct sections, basic and clinical. It fulfills a large unmet need, and bridges a long-awaited knowledge gap among trainees, clinicians, scientists, nurses and technicians, earnestly engaged in this field. - First of its kind text that covers both basic and clinical aspects, bridging the knowledge gap, and providing a bench to bedside approach for management of common disorders - Discusses the latest concepts and basic principles of neurogastroenterology and motility, and how the gut and brain interact in the genesis of functional gastrointestinal and motility disorders - Provides an illustrated and practical text on hot topics written by leading adult and pediatric gastroenterology experts across the globe - Includes an accompanying more detailed web version of the text with free access to future podcasts

Small Animal Clinical Diagnosis by Laboratory Methods

Author : Michael D. Willard
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 1437706584
Total Pages : 434 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (377 download)

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Book Synopsis Small Animal Clinical Diagnosis by Laboratory Methods by : Michael D. Willard

Download or read book Small Animal Clinical Diagnosis by Laboratory Methods written by Michael D. Willard and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2011-12-13 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A quick guide to appropriately selecting and interpreting laboratory tests, Small Animal Clinical Diagnosis by Laboratory Methods, 5th Edition helps you utilize your in-house lab or your specialty reference lab to efficiently make accurate diagnoses without running a plethora of unnecessary and low-yield tests. It provides answers to commonly asked questions relating to laboratory tests, and solutions to frequently encountered problems in small animal diagnosis. For easy reference, information is provided by clinical presentation and abnormalities, and includes hundreds of tables, boxes, key points, and algorithms. This edition, now in full color, is updated with the latest advances in laboratory testing methods and diagnostic problem solving. Written by noted educators Dr. Michael Willard and Dr. Harold Tvedten, this book may be used as an on-the-spot guide to specific problems or conditions as well as a reference for more detailed research on difficult cases. - Concise discussions address laboratory approaches to various disorders, possible conclusions from various test results, artifacts and errors in diagnoses, and interpretations leading to various diagnoses. - Hundreds of tables, boxes, algorithms, and key points offer at-a-glance information including cautions, common pitfalls, and helpful "pearls," and lead to proper differential and clinical diagnostic decision making. - Note boxes identify key considerations in correlating clinical signs with test data for accurate diagnoses, highlight safety precautions, and offer helpful tips for sample preparation and interpretation. - Chapters on laboratory diagnostic toxicology and therapeutic drug monitoring help in handling potentially fatal poisonings and other special situations. - Expert editors and contributors provide clinical knowledge and successful diagnostic problem-solving solutions. - A practical appendix lists referral laboratories that may be contacted for certain diseases, and reference values with the normal or expected range for coagulation, hematology, and more. - Updated coverage integrates the newest advances in testing methods and diagnostic problem solving. - Full-color photos and schematic drawings are placed adjacent to related text, and accurately depict diagnostic features on microscopic slide preparations as well as test procedures and techniques.

Pediatric Neurogastroenterology

Author : Christophe Faure
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319432680
Total Pages : 544 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (194 download)

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Book Synopsis Pediatric Neurogastroenterology by : Christophe Faure

Download or read book Pediatric Neurogastroenterology written by Christophe Faure and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-11-25 with total page 544 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a comprehensive and up-to-date theoretical review and practical guide on pediatric gastrointestinal motility and functional disorders. The latest edition includes extensively revised and new chapters to reflect the rapidly growing field of pediatric neurogastroenterology. New topics covered include neurobiology of pain in children, functional oropharyngoesophageal assessment, dysautonomia, and psychotropic drugs. The text also features instructive illustrations, photographs, and tables. Written by world-renown experts in the field, Pediatric Neurogastroenterology: Gastrointestinal Motility and Functional Disorders in Children, Second Edition is a valuable resource for pediatric gastroenterologists, adult gastroenterologists, pediatricians, and all professionals involved in the treatment and management of children with such disorders.

Gastroparesis

Author : Richard Mccallum
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128185872
Total Pages : 586 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

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Download or read book Gastroparesis written by Richard Mccallum and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2020-09-30 with total page 586 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gastroparesis: Pathophysiology, Clinical Presentation, Diagnosis and Treatment is a reference book providing a centralized source of data on gastroparesis collected over the last decade. Contents include the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic recommendations and treatment options for gastroparesis. The reference is split into broad subsections, with the strategy of first focusing on the key features of the disease and then turning to controversies, recent developments, patient support resources, the spectrum of treatment – including medical and surgical - and future directions. Chapters will include coverage of important topics like autonomic neuropathy, the brain-gut axis, potential pathophysiological advances at the cellular level, diagnostic and therapeutic options specifically targeted at the pylorus, and the evaluation of the female predominance in gastroparesis. This is a must-have resource for scientists looking to find the next step in their research as well as healthcare professionals ranging from Gastroenterologists to Internists, Surgeons, Nutritionists, Psychiatrists, and Psychologists, Residents and Medical Students who struggle with how to optimally take care of their gastroparetic patients. - Provides a comprehensive overview of what is known regarding the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic considerations and treatment options for gastroparesis - Includes key updates made in the last decade, including the progress made by the NIH Gastroparesis Consortium - Presents both sides of key controversies in the field, including the debate between classification of gastroparesis versus functional dyspepsia - Fully reviews the major advances in pharmacologic agents for therapy, both anti-emetics and prokinetics - Extensive update on the "Pyloric Revolution" and our understanding of the pathophysiology of gastroparesis and how the focus on the pylorus has literally transformed our treatment strategy with an emphasis on both surgical and endoscopic advances in addressing pyloric dysfunction

Breathborne Biomarkers and the Human Volatilome

Author : Jonathan Beauchamp
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0128223979
Total Pages : 724 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (282 download)

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Book Synopsis Breathborne Biomarkers and the Human Volatilome by : Jonathan Beauchamp

Download or read book Breathborne Biomarkers and the Human Volatilome written by Jonathan Beauchamp and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2020-06-06 with total page 724 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Breathborne biomarkers carry information on the state of human health, and their role in aiding clinical diagnosis or in therapeutic monitoring has become increasingly important as advances in the field are made. Breathborne Biomarkers and the Human Volatilome, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive update and reworking of the 2013 book Volatile Biomarkers, by Anton Amann and David Smith. The new editing team has expanded this edition beyond volatile organic compounds to cover the broad field of breath analysis, including the many exciting developments that have occurred since the first edition was published. This thoroughly revised volume includes the latest discoveries and applications in breath research from the world's foremost scientists, and offers insights into related future developments. It is an ideal resource for researchers, scientists, and clinicians with an interest in breath analysis. - Presents recent advances in the field of breath analysis - Includes an extensive overview of established biomarkers, detection tools, disease targets, specific applications, data analytics, and study design - Offers a broad treatise of each topic, from basic concepts to a comprehensive review of discoveries, current consensus of understanding, and prospective future developments - Acts as both a primer for beginners and a reference for seasoned researchers

Medical Applications of Mass Spectrometry

Author : Karoly Vekey
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080554652
Total Pages : 607 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (85 download)

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Book Synopsis Medical Applications of Mass Spectrometry by : Karoly Vekey

Download or read book Medical Applications of Mass Spectrometry written by Karoly Vekey and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-08-11 with total page 607 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mass spectrometry is fast becoming an indispensable field for medical professionals. The mass spectrometric analysis of metabolites and proteins promises to revolutionize medical research and clinical diagnostics. As this technology rapidly enters the medical field, practicing professionals and students need to prepare to take full advantage of its capabilities. Medical Applications of Mass Spectrometry addresses the key issues in the medical applications of mass spectrometry at the level appropriate for the intended readership. It will go a long way to help the utilization of mass spectrometry in medicine.The book comprises five parts. A general overview is followed by a description of the basic sampling and separation methods in analytical chemistry. In the second part a solid foundation in mass spectrometry and modern techniques of data analysis is presented. The third part explains how mass spectrometry is used in exploring various classes of biomolecules, including proteins and lipids. In the fourth section mass spectrometry is introduced as a diagnostic tool in clinical treatment, infectious pathogen research, neonatal diagnostics, cancer, brain and allergy research, as well as in various fields of medicine: cardiology, pulmonology, neurology, psychiatric diseases, hemato-oncology, urologic diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, gynecology and pediatrics. The fifth part covers emerging applications in biomarker discovery and in mass spectrometric imaging.* Provides a broad look at how the medical field is benefiting from advances in mass spectrometry.* Guides the reader from basic principles and methods to cutting edge applications.* There is NO comparable book on the market to fill this fast growing field.

Lactose Restricted Diet

Author : R. M. Downey
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 14 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Lactose Restricted Diet written by R. M. Downey and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 14 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Biochemical and Molecular Basis of Pediatric Disease

Author : Edward C.C. Wong
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0128179635
Total Pages : 1172 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (281 download)

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Book Synopsis Biochemical and Molecular Basis of Pediatric Disease by : Edward C.C. Wong

Download or read book Biochemical and Molecular Basis of Pediatric Disease written by Edward C.C. Wong and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-05-13 with total page 1172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biochemical and Molecular Basis of Pediatric Disease, Fifth Edition has been a well-respected reference in the field for decades. This revision continues the strong focus on understanding the pathogenesis of pediatric disease, emphasizing not only the important role of the clinical laboratory in defining parameters that change with the disease process, but also the molecular basis of many pediatric diseases. - Provides a fully-updated resource with more color illustrations - Focuses on the biochemical and molecular basis of disease as well as the analytical techniques - Defines important differences in the pathophysiology of diseases, comparing childhood with adult

Bioactive Food as Dietary Interventions for Cardiovascular Disease

Author : Ronald Ross Watson
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 0123964857
Total Pages : 722 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (239 download)

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Book Synopsis Bioactive Food as Dietary Interventions for Cardiovascular Disease by : Ronald Ross Watson

Download or read book Bioactive Food as Dietary Interventions for Cardiovascular Disease written by Ronald Ross Watson and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2012-10-23 with total page 722 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One major example of the synergy of bioactive foods and extracts is their role as an antioxidant and the related remediation of cardiovascular disease. There is compelling evidence to suggest that oxidative stress is implicated in the physiology of several major cardiovascular diseases including heart failure and increased free radical formation and reduced antioxidant defences. Studies indicate bioactive foods reduce the incidence of these conditions, suggestive of a potential cardioprotective role of antioxidant nutrients. Bioactive Food as Dietary Interventions for Cardiovascular Disease investigates the role of foods, herbs and novel extracts in moderating the pathology leading to cardiovascular disease. It reviews existing literature, and presents new hypotheses and conclusions on the effects of different bioactive components of the diet. Addresses the most positive results from dietary interventions using bioactive foods to impact cardiovascular disease Documents foods that can affect metabolic syndrome and other related conditions Convenient, efficient and effective source that allows readers to identify potential uses of compounds - or indicate those compounds whose use may be of little or no health benefit Associated information can be used to understand other diseases that share common etiological pathways

Schuster Atlas of Gastrointestinal Motility in Health and Disease

Author : Marvin Meier Schuster
Publisher : PMPH-USA
ISBN 13 : 9781550091045
Total Pages : 492 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Schuster Atlas of Gastrointestinal Motility in Health and Disease written by Marvin Meier Schuster and published by PMPH-USA. This book was released on 2002 with total page 492 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The accompanying disc contains the complete text and illustrations of the book in fully searchable PDF files.

Surgical Research

Author : Wiley W. Souba
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 9780126553307
Total Pages : 1526 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (533 download)

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Download or read book Surgical Research written by Wiley W. Souba and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2001-01-25 with total page 1526 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contributors. -- Foreword. -- Preface. -- Getting Started. -- Assessing Available Information. -- Organizing and Preliminary Planning for Surgical Research -- Writing a Protocol: Animals, Humans, and Use of Biologic, Chemical, and Radiologic Agents. -- Grantsmanship. -- Informed Consent and the Protection of Human Research Subjects: Historical Perspectives and Guide to Current United States Regulations. -- Animal Care and Maintenance. -- Funding Strategies and Agencies: Academic-Industrial Relationships; Intellectual Property. -- Statistical Considerations. -- Use of Nonexperimental Studies to Evaluate Surgical Procedures and Other Interventions: The Challenge of Risk Adjustment. -- Measuring Surgical Outcomes. -- Design of Clinical Trials. -- Using Administrative Data for Clinical Research. -- Research in the Intensive Care Unit: Ethical and Methodological Issues. -- Research in the Operating Room. -- Effects of Age and Gender. -- Strategies, Principles, and Techniques Using Transgeni ...

Textbook of Gastroenterology

Author : Tadataka Yamada
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 144435941X
Total Pages : 7321 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (443 download)

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Book Synopsis Textbook of Gastroenterology by : Tadataka Yamada

Download or read book Textbook of Gastroenterology written by Tadataka Yamada and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-10-13 with total page 7321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 edition provides the latest information on current and projected uses of major technologies in the field and a new section on diseases of the liver. Plus, it comes with a fully searchable CD ROM of the entire content.

Clinical Investigations in Gastroenterology

Author : M.C. Bateson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9401156301
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (11 download)

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Book Synopsis Clinical Investigations in Gastroenterology by : M.C. Bateson

Download or read book Clinical Investigations in Gastroenterology written by M.C. Bateson and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a review of the basic tests available in gastroenterology. Emphasis is placed on these techniques of which the authors have personal experiece. The philosophy has been to evaluate investigations for their current clinical usefulness in the management of patients. A critical analysis has been made to describe those older tests which have proved their worth alongside the newer procedures which have been introduced. Just as some recent additions have rapidly gained importance, some familiar tests have lost significance because of medical progress. Testing for Helicobacter pylori has more use than acid secretory studies in the age when antibiotics have displaced the surgeon in the management of chronic peptic ulcer disease. The book is designed for trainees and clinicians without special expertise in gastroenterology, as well as being a shelf manual for the gastroenterologist and the staff of gastroenterology investigation units. Special thanks are due to the nurses on the Bishop Auckland Gastroenterology Unit, and to Amanda Gallagher who typed the manuscript. Malcolm C. Bateson Ian A.D. Bouchier 1996 Xl CHAPTER 1 H elicobacter pylori INTRODUCTION The discovery of the presence of this organism in many human stomachs and its association with disease has revolutionized our approach to peptic ulcer. Detection of H. pylori infection of the gastric mucosa and proof of its absence after eradication therapy have become pivotal in patient management. EPIDEMIOLOGY H. pylori infection is strongly associated with age and inversely with wealth.

Psychogastroenterology for Adults

Author : Simon R. Knowles
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1000672778
Total Pages : 372 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (6 download)

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Download or read book Psychogastroenterology for Adults written by Simon R. Knowles and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2019-09-16 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The brain-gut connection has been increasingly implicated in biopsychosocial well-being. While there are numerous factors that directly and indirectly impact on how the gut and the brain interact, there is a growing awareness that gastrointestinal conditions need to be viewed and treated as part of a multidisciplinary approach. Psychogastroenterology for Adults: A Handbook for Mental Health Professionals is the first book to provide mental health professionals with an evidence-based, practical guide for working with patients living with gastrointestinal conditions. Timely and accessibly written, this book provides a unique, comprehensive introduction to psychogastroenterology, offering a step-by-step guide to evidence-based psychological treatment protocols. Broad in scope and expertise, the book is divided into four parts. It opens with an overview of the field, moving on to outline psychological concerns and conditions in gastroenterological (GI) cohorts. Further, it covers various approaches to psychogastroenterology, including psychopharmacological and eHealth practices. In closing, the book looks to the future, providing guidance on supervision in psychogastroenterology, and exploring challenges in the field. Written by experts in the field, this book will be an indispensable resource for those who wish to enhance their knowledge and practice of psychogastroenterology in the mental health profession, including psychologists, psychiatrists, psychosomatic medicine specialists, nurses and social workers.

Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book

Author : Mark Feldman
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN 13 : 0323710948
Total Pages : 3112 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (237 download)

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Download or read book Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book written by Mark Feldman and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2020-06-09 with total page 3112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For nearly 50 years, Sleisenger & Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease has been the go-to reference for gastroenterology and hepatology residents, fellows, physicians, and the entire GI caregiving team. Now in a fully revised 11th Edition, this two-volume masterwork brings together the knowledge and expertise of hundreds of global experts who keep you up to date with the newest techniques, technologies, and treatments for every clinical challenge you face in gastroenterology and hepatology. A logical organization, more than 1,100 full-color illustrations, and easy-to-use algorithms ensure that you'll quickly and easily find the information you need. - Features new and expanded discussions of chronic hepatitis B and C, Helicobacter pylori infection, colorectal cancer prevention through screening and surveillance, biologic agents and novel small molecules to treat and prevent recurrences of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), gastrointestinal immune and autoimmune diseases, and more. - Offers reliable coverage of key topics such as Barrett's esophagus, gut microbiome, enteric microbiota and probiotics, fecal microbiota transplantation, and hepatic, pancreatic, and small bowel transplantation. - Provides more quick-reference algorithms that summarize clinical decision making and practical approaches to patient management. - Employs a consistent, templated, format throughout for quick retrieval of information. - Includes monthly updates online, as well as more than 20 procedural videos. - Expert ConsultTM eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.