Overview

Crohn's disease is an inflammatory bowel disease, whose symptoms are similar to other intestinal disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis; it can therefore be difficult to diagnose. Its knowledge and understanding have increased considerably in the last years; new advances in genetics, medical and surgical management offer today new possibilities for patients suffering from an inflammatory bowel disease. However, Crohn's disease remains a difficult disease to deal with, both from a research and clinical point of view. This book provides general practitioners with a basic knowledge of the disease, offering in the same time an update on new facts about Crohn's disease to specialists. It can also be useful for residents willing to develop a deeper knowledge of inflammatory bowel diseases.

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Author:   Roberto Tersigni ,  Cosimo Prantera
Publisher:   Springer Verlag
Imprint:   Springer Verlag
Edition:   2010 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 15.50cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 23.50cm
Weight:   0.784kg
ISBN:  

9788847014718

ISBN 10:   8847014719
Pages:   306
Publication Date:   30 October 2009
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Etiology.- Epidemiology.- Genetics.- The Role of the Pathologist in the Management of Patients with Crohn’s Disease.- Clinical Presentation.- Diagnostic and Therapeutic Role of Endoscopy.- Laboratory Tests.- Imaging.- Diagnosis of Anorectal Disease.- Role of Interventional Radiology.- Standard Therapeutic Approach.- New Therapies.- Cell and Stem-Cell Therapies of Crohn’s Disease and Complications.- Surgical Treatment.- Crohn’s Disease in Children.- Perianal Disease.- Crohn’s Disease and Pregnancy.- Rheumatological Manifestations of Crohn’s Disease.- Cutaneous Manifestations.- Ocular Manifestations.- Hepatopathologies.- Infectious Complications.- Kidney Disease.- Crohn’s Disease and Cancer.- Crohn’s Disease and Malignant Lymphomas.- Psychological and Social Aspects.

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