Sleisenger And Fordtran's Gastrointestinal And Liver Disease - 2 Volume Set (pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management)

Edited by Raymond T. Chung; Edited by Rubin David T.; Edited by Mel Wilcox
Description:
**Selected for 2026 Doody''s Core Titles as an Essential Purchase in Gastroenterology** For more than 50 years, Sleisenger & Fordtran’s Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease has been the definitive reference for gastroenterology and hepatology physicians, students and trainees, and the broader multi-disciplinary GI care team. Now guided by a new generation of leaders in the field, this two-volume masterwork brings together the knowledge and expertise of hundreds of global experts who keep you up to date with all aspects of GI and liver disease-everything from basic science to new techniques and technologies­­. A consistent organization, more than 1,100 full-color illustrations, and clinically practicable algorithms ensure quick access to updated and current information on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of gastrointestinal and liver diseases. The 12th edition welcomes a new senior editorial team of Drs. Raymond T. Chung, David T. Rubin, and C. Mel Wilcox, and features many improvements and additions. New and expanded discussions of eosinophilic disorders, MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, formerly known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease); the use of AI in endoscopy for improved detection of GI cancers; new treatments for viral hepatitis and autoimmune liver diseases; the expanded array of new treatments for inflammatory bowel disorders; and more New chapters on Gastrointestinal and Hepatic Manifestations of Coronavirus Infection; Enterocolitis and Hepatitis Induced by Cancer Immunotherapy, and a new section on Neoplasia Involving Multiple Organs Reliable coverage of a wide range of endoscopic procedures for diagnosis and treatment, including balloon dilatation, stent placement/removal, and the management of small bowel angioectasia Quick-reference algorithms that summarize clinical decision making and practical approaches to patient management A consistent, templated format throughout the text that enables quick retrieval of information, and more than 20 videos of endoscopic procedures An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date
Table of contents:
PART I Biology of the Gastrointestinal Tract 1. Cellular Growth and Neoplasia 2. Mucosal Immunology and Inflammation 3. The Enteric Microbiota 4. Gut Sensory Transduction 5. Biopsychosocial Issues in Gastroenterology PART II Nutrition in Gastroenterology 6. Nutritional Principles and Assessment of the Gastroenterology Patient 7. Nutritional Management 8. Obesity 9. Surgical and Endoscopic Treatment of Obesity 10. Feeding and Eating Disorders 11. Food Allergies PART III Symptoms and Signs 12. Acute Abdominal Pain 13. Chronic Abdominal Pain 14. Symptoms of Esophageal Disease 15. Dyspepsia 16. Nausea and Vomiting 17. Diarrhea 18. Intestinal Gas 19. Fecal Incontinence 20. Constipation 21. Gastrointestinal Bleeding 22. Jaundice 23. Factitious Gastrointestinal Diseases PART IV Processes Involving Multiple Organs 24. Oral Diseases and Oral Manifestations of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases 25. Cutaneous Manifestations of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases 26. Diverticula of the Pharynx, Esophagus, Stomach, and Small Intestine 27. Abdominal Hernias and Gastric Volvulus 28. Foreign Bodies, Bezoars, and Caustic Ingestions 29. Abdominal Abscesses and Gastrointestinal Fistulas 30. Eosinophilic Disorders of the Gastrointestinal Tract 31. Protein-Losing Gastroenteropathy 32. Gastrointestinal and Hepatic Manifestations of Coronavirus Infection 33. Gastrointestinal Consequences of Infection With Human Immunodeficiency Virus 34. Gastrointestinal and Hepatic C