Encyclopedia of Gastroenterology

Encyclopedia of Gastroenterology, Second Edition provides a comprehensive and concise reference on all aspects of gastroenterology and hepatology, including the organs in the gastrointestinal system, their functions in health and disease, and strategies or procedures to resolve or prevent problems and disease. This concise, up-to-date information includes comprehensive sections on the impact of nutrition, gastrointestinal microbiota, lifestyle, commonly used drugs, and surgical procedures on health and disease. Since the first edition, attention to the roles of nutrition and gastrointestinal microorganisms (microbiota, formerly Microbiota) in health and disease has skyrocketed. In addition, an entirely new section on obesity and diabetes is included.

Presents comprehensive coverage of every topic within gastroenterologyOffers researchers a one-stop, fully-referenced resource to explore questionsIncludes teaching tools, multimedia and interactive elementsProvides readers with multi-layered content and a media-rich learning resource for both instructors and studentsCovers hot new topics in GI health and disease, including new sections on stem cells, intestinal bacteria, obesity and intestinal microbiota

Absorption and Secretion Anatomy and Development Biliary System Cancer Cell Biology Colitis/Ulcer/Diarrhea Esophagus General Symptoms Hormones and Transmitters Immunology Intestines Liver Microbiology and Parasitology Motility Neurogastroenterology Nutrition Overviews Pancreas Pediatrics Pharmacology Psychology and Behavior Radiology and Endoscopy Stomach Surgery Systemic Diseases