This is a compendium of descriptive statistics on digestive diseases in the United States. Each chapter provides analyses of primary data from recent, large U.S. surveys as well as an interpretative review of the known epidemiology of each disease or condition. These statistics cover both specific diseases as well as conditions or syndromes, specific digestive symptoms, and gastrointestinal procedures. Topics covered include cost of digestive diseases in the United States; infectious diarrheas; viral hepatitis; esophageal cancer; gastric cancer; colorectal cancer; liver cancer; pancreatic cancer; hemorrhoids; esophageal diseases; peptic ulcer; gastritis/nonulcer dyspepsia; acute appendicitis; abdominal wall hernia; inflammatory bowel diseases; diverticular disease of the colon; constipation; irritable bowel syndrome; chronic liver disease and cirrhosis; gallstones; pancreatitis; etc.

This open access book deals with imaging of the abdomen and pelvis, an area that has seen considerable advances over the past several years, driven by clinical as well as technological developments. The respective chapters, written by internationally respected experts in their fields, focus on imaging diagnosis and interventional therapies in abdominal and pelvic disease; they cover all relevant imaging modalities, including magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, and positron emission tomography. As such, the book offers a comprehensive review of the state of the art in imaging of the abdomen and pelvis. It will be of interest to general radiologists, radiology residents, interventional radiologists, and clinicians from other specialties who want to update their knowledge in this area.

A compendium of descriptive statistics on digestive diseases in the U.S. Each chapter provides analyses of primary data from recent, large U.S. surveys as well as interpretative review of the known epidemiology of each disease or condition. Covers: infectious diarrheas; viral hepatitis; esophageal, colorectal, liver & pancreatic cancer; hemorrhoids; peptic ulcer; constipation; gallstones; inflammatory bowel diseases; pancreatitis; & many more. Also discusses cost of digestive diseases in the U.S.; ICD-9-CM & ICD-10 Digestive Disease Codes.

Nutritional support of people with gastrointestinal impairment is critical to treatment and ultimately successful management. As such, gastroenterologists should be experts in nutrition and knowledgeable about the affects of nutrition on disease management. Nutritional and Gastrointestinal Disease fulfills that need, serving as a hands-on, practical reference in nutrition support for the clinical gastroenterologist and other clinicians with similar interests. The volume offers expert nutritional knowledge and management ideas as well as methodology for combating problems such as short bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease and obesity. Renowned authorities also investigate nutrition’s influence on such issues as liver failure and acute pancreatitis. While gastroenterology training programs around the world remain deficient in their nutrition curriculum, Nutritional and Gastrointestinal Disease provides a comprehensive and groundbreaking support for clinical gastroenterologists.

Identify and treat digestive problems before they become difficult to manage—with this comprehensive reference from the world-renowned Mayo Clinic. Digestive problems are among the most common reasons people see doctors and take medication. This updated fourth edition of Mayo Clinic on Digestive Health is an authoritative yet practical reference manual that includes information on everything from healthy digestion to cancer treatment. The book is packed with helpful advice on treating common digestive conditions and preventing serious disease, with information on: Belching, bloating and gas • Celiac disease • Colorectal cancer • Constipation and diarrhea • Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis • Diverticular disease • Gallbladder disease • Heartburn and GERD • Irritable bowel syndrome • Liver disease • Pancreatic disease • Swallowing difficulties • Ulcers and stomach pain Also covered are diagnostic testing, mealtime recommendations and self-care tips for relieving discomfort, and the latest information on endoscopic ultrasound, virtual colonoscopy, and the newer minimally invasive treatments for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Thanks to new tools of research and the heightened scientific rigor with which they are applied, medical science has reached a far more heightened understanding of nutrition's complex relation with digestive disease. Nutritional Management of Digestive Disorders bring together the contributions of leading experts in nutrition and digestion to provi