This concise book provides a descriptive account of the history of paediatric gastroenterology by a distinguished team of internationally respected experts. It presents a critical analysis of the factors which influenced the development of paediatric specialities in general, and provides chapters on the key disorders and the major developments which helped to define and establish the specialty internationally.

A comprehensive review to assist fellows in preparing for certifying examinations

This textbook provides a comprehensive and state-of-the-art overview of the major issues specific to the field of pediatric gastroenterology, hepatology, and nutrition. The first part of the book, Gastroenterology and Nutrition, presents in a systematic way the overall scope of issues encountered by children (newborn to teenagers) suffering from disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, pancreas and/or presenting nutritional issues. These chapters are structured in logical sections to facilitate consultation and include major topics ranging from congenital disorders to gastrointestinal problems of the newborn, infectious diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, and approach to nutritional problems in the various pediatric ages. The second part of the book, Hepatology, is articulated in a series of chapters which present a comprehensive review of congenital and acquired disorders of the biliary tract and liver. This section also includes a critical analysis of available diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and future perspectives. Written by experts in the field, Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition: A Comprehensive Guide to Practice constitutes a much needed, innovative resource combining updated, reliable and comprehensive information with agile consultation for a streamlined approach to the care of children with such disorders.

Unlike adult gastroenterology, pediatric gastroenterology is characterized by developmental disorders; the approach to the same disease condition may therefore be widely different, and there is an increasing need from pediatric gastroenterologists and pediatricians for easy diagnostic tools. Algorithms provide a logical, concise and cost-effective approach to medical reasoning and help avoid excessive unnecessary procedures and testing. 'Practical Algorithms in Pediatric Gastroenterology' is a simple, bedside pragmatic text which classifies common clinical symptoms and signs, laboratory abnormalities and issues of management in the expanding field of pediatric gastroenterology as presented in daily practice. Written by leading experts in the field of pediatric gastroenterology and surrounding fields, this book is aimed at an audience of general and family practitioners, pediatricians and trainees who are not exposed on a day-to-day basis to pediatric gastroenterology problems.

Manual of Paediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, Second Edition presents the aspects of gastrointestinal problems and disorders and aims to serve as a practical handbook for pediatricians and other health care professionals. The book discusses topics on neonatal gastrointestinal emergencies and surgery; the acute abdomen and other surgical problems; acute diarrhea, vomiting, and gastroenteritis; gastrointestinal bleeding; and nutrition. Pediatricians, pediatric surgeons, physicians, and nurses will find the book a good reference material.

Encyclopedia of Gastroenterology, Second Edition, Four Volume Set 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 gastroenterology Offers researchers a one-stop, fully-referenced resource to explore questions Includes teaching tools, multimedia and interactive elements Provides readers with multi-layered content and a media-rich learning resource for both instructors and students Covers hot new topics in GI health and disease, including new sections on stem cells, intestinal bacteria, obesity and intestinal microbiota

This second edition is an authoritative and up-to-date guide to the fi eld of pediatric gastroenterology. The intended audience includes the trainee and practitioner in pediatrics, as well as the gastroenterolog ist. The work is divided into two parts: The first covers gastroentero logical signs and symptoms in childhood, from acute abdominal pain to constipation, to vomiting, to abdominal mass. The second part addresse s specific diseases, acute and chronic, acquired and inherited, medica l and surgical. Experts in each field have written individual chapters .