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OverviewThis book provides all that the family doctor requires to successfully diagnose irritable bowel syndrome and to manage patients with confidence and sensitivity. Both authors are renowned experts recognised not only for their contribution to our current understanding of functional bowel disorders but also for their clear and informative writing style. Includes all key information on causes and mechanisms, diagnosis and management. Offers invaluable tips on history taking and patient interaction. Succinct, expert presentation of the clinical application of the results of an abundance of recent research. An invaluable tool for the diagnosis and treatment of patients in the primary care setting. An insightful review of future developments in diagnosis and treatment including 'alternative' treatments. Contents: * What is IBS? * Epidemiology * Causes and mechanisms * Diagnosis; Approach to treatment * Dietary advice * Drug treatment * Psychological treatment * Future trends. Full Product DetailsAuthor: W. Grant Thompson , Kenneth W. Heaton , George F. Longstreth (Chief of Gastroenterology, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, San Diego, California, USA) , Dee McLeanPublisher: Health Press Limited Imprint: Health Press Limited Edition: 2nd edition Dimensions: Width: 14.80cm , Height: 0.80cm , Length: 21.00cm Weight: 0.210kg ISBN: 9781903734339ISBN 10: 1903734339 Pages: 96 Publication Date: 01 April 2003 Audience: Professional and scholarly , College/higher education , Professional & Vocational , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Awaiting stock The supplier is currently out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you and placed on backorder. Once it does come back in stock, we will ship it out for you. Table of ContentsWhat is IBS?; epidemiology; causes and mechanisms; diagnosis; approach to treatment; dietary advice; drug treatment; psychological treatment; future trends.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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