This volume provides a history of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), a basic understanding of the physiology of the eosinophil, and a current understanding of the pathophysiology and genetics of EoE. The emphasis is on clinical applications including presenting symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for patients with EoE. Written by both pediatric and adult experts in the fields of gastroenterology, allergy and pathology, this volume includes the most up to date information. Providing practical information useful in the treatment of patients, this book will be of great value to gastroenterologists, allergists, pathologists, medical residents, fellows, internists, and general practitioners who treat patients with eosinophilic esophagitis.
Format: Paperback / softback
CONTRIBUTORS: Chris A. Liacouras
EAN: 9781617797576
COUNTRY: United States
PAGES:
WEIGHT: 676 g
HEIGHT: 235 cm
PUBLISHED BY: Humana Press Inc.
DATE PUBLISHED: 2013-10-27
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GENRE: MEDICAL / Family & General Practice, MEDICAL / Gastroenterology, MEDICAL / Pathology, MEDICAL / Pediatrics
WIDTH: 155 cm
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Book Themes:
General practice / Family medicine, Paediatric medicine, Pathology, Gastrointestinal and colorectal surgery
“The book, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, encompasses the historical literature as well as the up-to-date knowledge on the subject. … The book contains numerous illustrative figures and tables and provides informative summary points at the end of the chapters. … Providing useful practical information, this book will be of great value to gastroenterologists, allergologists, pediatricians, internists, pathologists, endoscopic surgeons, and fellows, all who deal with EoE patients.” (Zeinab A. El-Sayed, World Allergy Organization, worldallergy.org, Vol. 11 (5), May, 2014)
