Synopses & Reviews
Gastroenterological endoscopy has experienced tremendous advancements in the last decade. In this outstanding book, you'll get state-of-the-art information on all therapeutic developments and innovations in the field. A top team of highly acclaimed gastroenterology specialists from around the world have come together under the editorial leadership of Meinhard Classen, Guido N.J. Tytgat, and Charles J. Lightdale to create this pace-setting atlas and reference work. <br><br>The book gives you complete coverage of everything from basic examination techniques to the latest treatment strategies in gastroenterology. You'll learn how to recognize diseases and reach an accurate diagnosis for disorders of the GI tract. More that 1,800 illustrations, most in full-color, demonstrate theories and clarify difficult concepts.<br><br>Here is the most comprehensive text on gastroenterological endoscopy available, covering important topics such as: hemostatic and coagulation procedures; the use of lasers; polypectomy and mucosal resection; sphincterotomy; biliopancreatic tract stenting; and much more! The most up-to-date manifestations of diseases, including the appearances of the opportunistic GI infections in AIDS, are illustrated in spectacular detail.<br><br>Special features of this groundbreaking text:<br><br>-More than 1,800 high-quality, color illustrations, over two per page!<br>-Easy navigation through the book, with sections organized by procedures and by disease<br>-Written and edited by worldwide specialists of the highest caliber <br>-Vital information on the latest developments for providing optimal patient care <br>-A special chapter on the terminology and reporting practices every specialist needs to know<br><br>For all gastroenterologists and GI surgeons, this text is an essential reference. Residents and students will also benefit from the abundance of information provided here. Your library is not complete without this valuable book, sure to become the standard-bearer in the field.
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"This work has great visual appeal, and superb images. When used as a reference, it provides quick and concise answers in a single volume . . . refreshingly international . . . easily read cover-to-cover . . . particularly recommended for beginning gastroenterology fellows . . .a sound investment for any medical library or training program in medicine, gastroenterology, or surgery. . . . A solid reference for the endoscopy suite. . .a superior text that will undoubtedly withstand the test of time." - Gastroenterology<br><br>"A beautifully illustrated, comprehensive gastroenterlogical endoscopy text...authoritative...all the relevant areas are covered...a superb new addition to the field...anyone involved in endoscopy at any level will benefit from this impressive textbook...should be in the library of every endoscopist." --Doody's Review Journal<br><br>"The book can be read with pleasure and offers a large amount of very attractive and interesting data. Owing to the fact that it is dedicated to all endoscopic trainees worldwide and that it accomplishes its extensive objective, we recommend higly every gastroenterologist to buy and read this book." --Romanian Journal of Gastroenterology, 09/02<br><br>"...this book...is an important addition to the medical literature. ...incorporates superb detail about the investigation and therapeutic techniques. These are supported with outstanding diagrams, photos and images. ...simply being a brilliant book...is a beautiful presented harcover text...Thieme tradition of quality imaging textbooks...excellent review of abdominal disorders considered according to their anatomical system. ...The quality of photography and imaging is absolutely first rate." --The Radiographer, 03/2002
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Massive work...additional images (there are 1500 in all), and updated original chapters...written by an impressive list of specialists worldwide...well organized...frequent color images and lengthy captions...the volume will be an essential desk reference for practitioners, residents, and students.--SciTech Book NewsThis volume stands on its own as a marvelous feat in bringing such a vast array of clear and coherent instructions at all skill levels. It surely deserves a prominent place in any complete endoscopy reference collection. --GastroenterologyState-of-the-art information on all therapeutic developments and innovationsin the field...Your library is not complete without this valuable book, alreadythe standard-bearer in the field. -- Doody'sPraise for the previous edition:This work has great visual appeal and superb images. When used as a reference, it provides quick and concise answers in a single volume...a superior text that will undoubtedly withstand the test of time.--Gastroenterology
Synopsis
A top team of acclaimed worldwide specialists have come together to create this pace-setting atlas and reference work on all new therapeutic developments and innovations in gastroenterological endoscopy. The book addresses such important topics as: hemostatic and coagulation procedures; the use of lasers; sphincterotomy; biliopancreatic tract stenting; and much more! Over 1,800 illustrations, most in full-color, demonstrate theories and clarify difficult concepts. Add this landmark book to your library!
Synopsis
Praise for the previous edition:This work has great visual appeal and superb images...a superior text that will undoubtedly withstand the test of time.--Gastroenterology
Written and edited by internationally renowned specialists, the second edition of Gastroenterological Endoscopy covers the entire spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the upper and lower GI tract and provides an up-to-date overview of GI disorders. The book opens with a section on the development and technology of endoscopy, followed by an expanded section on issues related to patient care, such as informed consent, sedation, and special clinical conditions. The discussion of techniques for the diagnosis of GI diseases ranges from enteroscopy and colonoscopy to recent advances in capsule endoscopy and chromoendoscopy. New to the section on therapeutic procedures is coverage of such topics as dilation techniques, resection, ablation, and dissection. The book closes with a chapter on pediatric endoscopy.Features of the second edition:
- Thirteen new chapters present current developments in the specialty, including evidence-based approaches, natural orifice translumenal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) and hybrid procedures, endoscopic therapy in obesity, and therapeutic endosonography
- Insightful contributions are presented in a format that aids rapid reference to key topics
- 1,820 high-quality illustrations and endoscopic images, including over 1,135 in full-color, demonstrate anatomy and pathophysiology
Already a standard in the field, this text is an essential desk reference for all clinicians in gastroenterology, internal medicine, and GI surgery. Residents and fellows in these specialties will also greatly appreciate its easily accessible wealth of information and visual appeal.
Synopsis
Written and edited by internationally renowned specialists, the second edition of Gastroenterological Endoscopy covers the entire spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the upper and lower GI tract and provides an up-to-date overview of GI disorders.
About the Author
Professor of Medicine, Director of Clinical Gastroenterology, Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center, New York, NY, USA