Gastroenterological Endoscopy [Hardcover]

Anthony Axon (Author), John Baillie (Author), Hugh Barr (Author), Kenneth Binmoeller (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1588900134 | ISBN-13: 978-1588900135 | Publication Date: May 1, 2002 | Edition: 1

Gastroenterological endoscopy has experienced tremendous advancements in the last decade. In this outstanding book, you'll get state-of-the-art information on all therapeutic developments and innovations in the field. A top team of highly acclaimed gastroenterology specialists from around the world have come together under the editorial leadership of Meinhard Classen, Guido N.J. Tytgat, and Charles J. Lightdale to create this pace-setting atlas and reference work. <br><br>The book gives you complete coverage of everything from basic examination techniques to the latest treatment strategies in gastroenterology. You'll learn how to recognize diseases and reach an accurate diagnosis for disorders of the GI tract. More that 1,800 illustrations, most in full-color, demonstrate theories and clarify difficult concepts.<br><br>Here is the most comprehensive text on gastroenterological endoscopy available, covering important topics such as: hemostatic and coagulation procedures; the use of lasers; polypectomy and mucosal resection; sphincterotomy; biliopancreatic tract stenting; and much more! The most up-to-date manifestations of diseases, including the appearances of the opportunistic GI infections in AIDS, are illustrated in spectacular detail.<br><br>Special features of this groundbreaking text:<br><br>-More than 1,800 high-quality, color illustrations, over two per page!<br>-Easy navigation through the book, with sections organized by procedures and by disease<br>-Written and edited by worldwide specialists of the highest caliber <br>-Vital information on the latest developments for providing optimal patient care <br>-A special chapter on the terminology and reporting practices every specialist needs to know<br><br>For all gastroenterologists and GI surgeons, this text is an essential reference. Residents and students will also benefit from the abundance of information provided here. Your library is not complete without this valuable book, sure to become the standard-bearer in the field.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This work has great visual appeal, and superb images. When used as a reference, it provides quick and concise answers in a single volume . . . refreshingly international . . . easily read cover-to-cover . . . particularly recommended for beginning gastroenterology fellows . . .a sound investment for any medical library or training program in medicine, gastroenterology, or surgery. . . . A solid reference for the endoscopy suite. . .a superior text that will undoubtedly withstand the test of time." - Gastroenterology<br><br>"A beautifully illustrated, comprehensive gastroenterlogical endoscopy text...authoritative...all the relevant areas are covered...a superb new addition to the field...anyone involved in endoscopy at any level will benefit from this impressive textbook...should be in the library of every endoscopist." --Doody's Review Journal<br><br>"The book can be read with pleasure and offers a large amount of very attractive and interesting data. Owing to the fact that it is dedicated to all endoscopic trainees worldwide and that it accomplishes its extensive objective, we recommend higly every gastroenterologist to buy and read this book." --Romanian Journal of Gastroenterology, 09/02<br><br>"...this book...is an important addition to the medical literature. ...incorporates superb detail about the investigation and therapeutic techniques. These are supported with outstanding diagrams, photos and images. ...simply being a brilliant book...is a beautiful presented harcover text...Thieme tradition of quality imaging textbooks...excellent review of abdominal disorders considered according to their anatomical system. ...The quality of photography and imaging is absolutely first rate." --The Radiographer, 03/2002

Product Details

• Hardcover: 777 pages
• Publisher: Thieme; 1 edition (May 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1588900134
• ISBN-13: 978-1588900135
• Product Dimensions: 11.9 x 9.3 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,288,343 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)