Main description:

Recent Advances in Gastroenterology: 13 is the ideal resource for keeping abreast of new developments within this fast moving field. Written by expert authors and featuring topics such as genetic-epidemiology of oesophageal cancer, polyposis syndromes and liver disease in pregnancy, each chapter introduces important principles that can be implemented into day to day treatment of GI disorders. Recent Advances in Gastroenterology: 13 is an invaluable revision tool for trainees, and a useful companion to practising gastroenterologists wishing to stay current in all aspects of this field.

11 chapters summarising important recent advances within the field of gastroenterology
All topics are written in a practical and clinically relevant manner, further enhanced by the 'key clinical points for practice' sections at the end of each chapter
Provides an effective exam revision tool for gastroenterology portion of the MRCP(UK) and the SCE in Gastroenterology
All chapters written by expert authors ensuring authoritative and accurate content
Full colour photographs throughout

Contents:

1 Genetic epidemiology of oesophageal cancer

2 Autoimmune hepatitis

3 Irritable bowel syndrome

4 Faecal incontinence in adult

5 Constipation

6 Polyposis syndromes

7 Achalasia

8 Short bowel syndrome

9 Liver disease in pregnancy

10 Future challenges in the management of hepatocellular carcinoma

11 Haemorrhoids and anal fissures