Main description:

Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource covering disorders of the liver and digestive system.

This book is divided into three sections on gastroenterology, nutrition and hepatology respectively, encompassing 37 chapters. The book describes the pathophysiology of a range of paediatric disorders from diseases of the oesophagus and malnutrition, to chronic liver disease, as well as new genetic, metabolic and biochemical tests.

Novel therapies are discussed for treatment of diseases such as tyrosinemia and neonatal haemochromtosis, and the hepatology section describes improved treatment for Hepatitis B and C in relation to liver transplantation. New modalities in endoscopy such as endoscopic ultrasound and capsule endoscopy in gastrointestinal disorders are also covered in detail.

Enhanced by over 100 images and illustrations, Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is an extensive guide to conditions of the digestive system and liver, which will assist postgraduates, paediatric gastroenterologists and other paediatricians in their practice.

Key Points

37 chapters covering a range of disorders of the digestive system and liver
Introduces new therapies and treatment modalities
100+ images and illustrations

Contents:

Gastroenterology

Developmental Anatomy and Physiology of the Digestive Tract
Approach to Common Gastrointestinal Symptoms and Signs
Disorders of the Oesophagus
Neuro-Gastroenterology and Motility Disorders
Disorders of the Stomach and Small Intestine
Acute Diarrhoea
Chronic and Persistent Diarrhoea
Celiac Disease
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Disorders of the Pancreas
Short Bowel Syndrome
Surgical Disorders of Gastrointestinal Tract

Nutrition

Nutritional Assessment in Health and Disease
Food Allergies
Malnutrition
Enteral Nutrition
Parenteral Nutrition
Probiotics in GI Disorders

Hepatology

Anatomy, Development and Physiology of the Hepatobiliary System
Approach to Common Liver Symptoms and Signs
Interpretation of Liver Function Tests
Neonatal Cholestasis
Acute Hepatitis
Chronic Viral Hepatitis
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Wilson's Disease
Metabolic Disorders in the Infant
Metabolic Disorders in the Older Child
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Chronic Liver Disease
Surgical Disorders of the Hepatobiliary System
Drug Induced Liver Injury
Acute Liver Failure
Portal Hypertension
Liver Transplantation
Liver Tumours
The Liver in Systemic Illness