Title: Esophagus and stomach /
Authors: Metz, David C.; Katzka, David A.
Publisher: Mosby,
Year: 2003
Subjects: Esophageal Diseases diagnosis; Esophageal Diseases therapy; Stomach Diseases diagnosis; Stomach Diseases therapy; Esophagus Diseases.; Stomach Diseases
Abstract: The volumes in The Requisites in Gastroenterology series clearly and succinctly present the core knowledge that is required for certification and recertification. They also serve as convenient references for clinical practice. Established experts cover all of today's essential information on the esophagus and stomach. They offer practice-proven guidance on differential diagnosis, pitfalls, evidence-based management approaches, and much more.
Contents: Gastroesophageal reflux disease -- Other causes of esophagitis -- Barrett's esophagus -- Esophageal motility disorders -- Transfer dysphagia -- Rings, webs, stenoses and diverticula -- Esophageal cancer -- Helicobacter pylori gastritis and other gastric infections -- Peptic ulcer disease -- Gastroparesis and other gastric motor abnormalities -- Non-ulcer dyspepsia -- Foreign bodies of the upper gastrointestinal tract -- Gastric cancer, lymphoma, and carcinoids of the stomach.