This Second Edition covers both inpatient and outpatient approaches to gastroenterology with the same "front-lines" practicality as the world-famous
Washington Manual® of Medical Therapeutics. It is presented by residents and senior faculty at the renowned Washington University School of Medicine, and offers an updated, user-friendly, quick reference for handling everyday problems encountered in the field gastroenterology.
This valuable resource is divided into two major sections. The first section covers common symptoms, signs, and laboratory abnormalities; while the second portion focuses on specific diseases related to gastroenterology. Chapters within this handbook are structured to help the clinician develop a logical, systematic approach to these common problems, with key points on the diagnosis and management of disorders presented in bullet format for easy reference.
• Thoroughly updated with the most current gastroenterology information
• Color has been added to enhance tables and illustrations
• Key points about diagnosis and management of disorders are bulleted for quick and easy reference
• New illustrations have been added to enhance users' understanding of the material
• Significant updates to chapters on nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, acute GI bleeding, nutrition, esophageal disorders and gastric disorders
• And more...