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OverviewThis text provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of autoimmune hepatitis (AIH). The book reviews diagnosis criteria for AIH, biochemical and histologic findings in typical and atypical cases, and treatment with first, second, and third line therapies. Furthermore, the book discusses management of AIH for specific patient populations, including pediatric patients, pregnant patients, and patients undergoing liver transplantation. Criteria for stopping therapy and risk of relapse, studies demonstrating the efficacy and safety of alternatives to corticosteroids, and diagnosis and treatment of overlap syndromes are also explored in the text. Written by experts in the field, Diagnosis and Treatment of Autoimmune Hepatitis: A Clinical Guide is a state-of-the-art resource for clinicians and practitioners who treat and manage patients with AIH Full Product DetailsAuthor: Mark W. RussoPublisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG Imprint: Springer Nature Switzerland AG Edition: 1st ed. 2020 Weight: 0.490kg ISBN: 9783030336271ISBN 10: 3030336271 Pages: 166 Publication Date: 18 March 2020 Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsEpidemiology and Burden of Disease.- The Pathogenesis of Autoimmune Liver Diseases.- Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis.- The Pathology of Autoimmune Hepatitis.- Treating the Adult Patient-First Line Therapy.- Treating the Adult Patient: Alternative Drug Therapies.- The Approach to the Pediatric Patient.- Autoimmune Hepatitis and Pregnancy.- Liver Transplantation for Autoimmune Hepatitis.- Autoimmune Overlap Syndromes.- Drug Induced Liver Injury with Autoimmune Features.ReviewsThe book is intended for medical professionals specializing in the field of hepatology and gastroenterology. They will find a wealth of updated information and be able to use the book as a desktop reference when managing patients with AIH. The book certainly deserves a place in the limited library of existing literature addressing this relatively rare but important condition. ... This is a comprehensive book that expands beyond available chapters in gastroenterology textbooks and frequently used online reference databases. (Alla Grigorian, Doody's Book Reviews, July 31, 2020) Author InformationMark W. Russo, MDUniversity of North Carolina School of Medicine Carolinas Medical Center-Atrium HealthDivision of Hepatology, Medical Director, Liver TransplantationCharlotte, NC USA Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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