Description
Perfect for residents, generalists, medical students, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who need a practical, working knowledge of gastroenterology, Netter's Gastroenterology, 3rd Edition, provides a concise overview highlighted by unique, memorable Netter illustrations. This superb visual resource showcases the well-known work of Frank H. Netter, MD, and his successor, Carlos Machado, MD, a physician who has created clear, full-color illustrations in the Netter tradition. Up-to-date coverage of the full range of digestive diseases—including gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition— keeps you current with the latest information in the field.- Offers a quick and memorable summary of nearly 200 of the most commonly encountered clinical conditions, from classic to contemporary. Concise text is presented in a templated format for fast, easy access to information.- Features over 300 Netter and Netter-style images that highlight key aspects of patient presentation, pathophysiology, and relevant anatomy to provide a rich visual understanding of the most important concepts.- Includes access to 25 printable patient education brochures in the enhanced eBook version.- Provides complete guidance on all major GI diseases and conditions through sections on normal structure and function, the clinical picture, diagnosis, treatment and management, course and progress, and prevention and control.- Offers dependable clinical advice from Drs. Martin H. Floch, Neil R. Floch, Joseph K. Lim, C. S. Pitchumoni, Raul J. Rosenthal, and James S. Scolapio, as well as many world-renowned chapter contributors.
Table of Contents
SECTION IESOPHAGUS- Anatomy of the Esophagus and the Foregut- Congenital Anomalies of the Esophagus- Deglutition- Benign Disease of Esophagus- Esophageal Diverticula- Foreign Bodies in the Esophagus- Caustic Injury of the Esophagus- Esophageal Varicosities- Esophageal Rupture and Perforation- Eosinophilic Esophagitis- GERD- Sliding and Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernias Types 1, 2, and 3- Esophageal Motility Disorders- Neoplastic Disease of the Esophagus SECTION IISTOMACH AND DUODENUM- Anatomy of the Stomach and Duodenum- Gastric Secretion- Factors Influencing Gastric Activity- Role of the Stomach in Digestion- Gastric Acid Secretion Tests: Hydrochloric Acid and Gastrin- Effect of Drugs on Gastric Function- Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy- Coated Tongue, Halitosis, and Thrush- Aerophagia and Eructation- Motility of the Stomach- Gastroparesis and Gastric Motility Disorders- Pyloric Obstruction and the Effects of Vomiting- Nausea and Vomiting- Hypertrophic Pyloric Stenosis- Diverticula of the Stomach and Gastrointestinal Prolapse- Diverticula of the Duodenum- Dyspepsia, Functional Dyspepsia, and Nonulcer Dyspepsia- Helicobacter pylori Infection- Gastritis: General, Erosive and Acute- Peptic Ulcer Disease- Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding- Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy- Benign Tumors of the Stomach and GISTs- Gastrintestinal Lymphoma and Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue- Cancers of the Stomach- Tumors of the Duodenum- Principles of Gastric Surgery- Postgastrectomy Complications: Partial Gastrectomy- Effects of Total Gastrectomy SECTION IIIAbdominal wall- Anatomy of the Abdominal Wall and Inguinal Region- Peritoneum and Related Diseases- Mesenteric Ischemia and other Vascular Lesions- Alimentary Tract Obstruction and Intestinal Injuries- Abdominal wall and abdominal cavity hernias- Abdominal Cavity Access: Open Laparotomy, Laparoscopy, and Robotic access SECTION IVSMALL INTESTINE- Anatomy of the Small Intestine- Secretory, Digestive, and Absorptive Functions of the Small Intestine- Gastrointestinal Hormones and Neurotransmitters- Imaging of the Small Intestine- Visceral Reflexes- Congenital Abnormalities of the Small Intestine- Meckel Diverticulum- Diverticula of the Small Intestine- Motility and Dysmotility of the Small Intestine- Obstruction and Ileus of the Small Intestine- Chronic Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction- Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders- Evaluation of the Small Bowel- Lactose, Fructose, and Sucrose Intolerance- Diarrhea- Celiac Disease and Malabsorption- Whipple Disease- Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth- Short Bowel Syndrome- Food Allergy- Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis- Intussusception of the Small Intestine- Benign Tumors of the Small Intestine- Malignant Tumors of the Small Intestine- Carcinoid Syndrome and Neuroendocrine Tumors- Ileostomy, Colostomy, and Gastroenteric Stromas SECTION VCOLON, RECTUM, AND ANUS- Anatomy of the Colon, Rectum, and Anus- Secretory, Digestive, and Absorptive Functions of the Colon and Colonic Flora- Probiotics, Prebiotics and the Microbiota- Anoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy, and Colonoscopy- Laparoscopy and Laparotomy- Stool Examination- Intestinal Bleeding- Motility and Dysmotility of the Large Intestine- Normal Defecation and Pathophysiology of Fecal Incontinence- Constipation- Effects of Drugs on the Colon- Megacolon and Hirschsprung Disease- Volvulus, Sigmoid and Cecum- Diseases of the Appendix: Inflammation, Mucocele, and Tumors- Diverticulosis- Ulcerative Colitis- Ileostomy and Colostomy- Pouch Anal Anastomosis and Pouchitis- Differentiating Features of Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease- Crohn's Disease and Complications and Surgical Therapy- Perianal Disease in Crohn's Disease- Drug Therapy for Inflammatory Bowel Disease- Microscopic Colitis (Lymphocytic or Collagenous Colitis)- Neoplasms of the L
