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Esophagus
Castell, Donald O., Ed.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9780316158428 Category: Gastroenterology Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins Affiliation: Graduate Hospita, Philadelphia, PA Dimensions: 11.3 x 1.3 x 8.7 in
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Synopsis:
The leading clinical reference on the esophagus is now in its thorough ly revised, updated Third Edition. Written by more than 50 of the worl d's foremost authorities, this definitive volume provides complete and current information on the diagnosis and treatment--both medical and surgical--of all esophageal disorders. Complementing the text are more than 400 illustrations, including 81 full-color plates that demonstra te the latest in fiberoptic technology, video endoscopic images, and h istologic staining. The Third Edition's chapters on gastroesophageal reflux disease have been completely revised to reflect the most recent improvements in medical and surgical therapy. This edition also inclu des extensive new information on the complications of reflux, Barrett' s esophagus, and the treatment of infective esophagitis in the immunoc ompromised host. The surgical chapters have been refocused to provide more detailed guidelines on indications for surgery and comparisons be tween surgical and medical treatment.
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