Encyclopedia of Gastroenterology

Encyclopedia of Gastroenterology, Second Edition provides a comprehensive and concise reference on all aspects of gastroenterology and hepatology, including the organs in the gastrointestinal system, their functions in health and disease, and strategies or procedures to resolve or prevent problems and disease. This concise, up-to-date information includes comprehensive sections on the impact of nutrition, gastrointestinal microbiota, lifestyle, commonly used drugs, and surgical procedures on health and disease. Since the first edition, attention to the roles of nutrition and gastrointestinal microorganisms (microbiota, formerly Microbiota) in health and disease has skyrocketed. In addition, an entirely new section on obesity and diabetes is included.

Absorption and Secretion
Anatomy and Development
Biliary System
Cancer
Cell Biology
Colitis/Ulcer/Diarrhea
Esophagus
General Symptoms
Hormones and Transmitters
Immunology
Intestines
Liver
Microbiology and Parasitology
Motility
Neurogastroenterology
Nutrition
Overviews
Pancreas
Pediatrics
Pharmacology
Psychology and Behavior
Radiology and Endoscopy
Stomach
Surgery
Systemic Diseases