Diseases of the Colon (Gastroenterology and Hepatology)
Contributors: Steven D. Wexner (Editor); Neil Stollman (Editor)
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Published: September 18, 2006
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 809
ISBN-13: 9780824729998
Subjects: Diseases & disorders; Medical / Nursing; Diseases; Medical; Rectum; Gastroenterology; Medical / Gastroenterology; Colonic Diseases; Colon (Anatomy)
Description: Spans a wide array of colorectal disorders including rectal prolapse, irritable bowel syndrome, benign and malignant colonic tumors, fissures and ulcers, and Crohn's colitis, among other ailments. Analyzes diagnostic and imaging techniques for disease evaluation and management including advances in colonoscopy, radiology, and surgery.