Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, referred to collectively as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), are chronic debilitating disorders. IBD, particularly Crohn's disease, is increasing everywhere, most tably in the Western world where about 1 in 200 people w has the condition. This highly readable, 'zippy' fourth edition of Fast Facts: Inflammatory Bowel Disease provides succinct yet thorough information that will aid early recognition of these disorders and their complications, alongside practical holistic management advice. So what's new in this edition? * Increased insight into the causes of IBD * New chapters on extraintestinal manifestations and management principles * Key information on the limitations and side effects of traditional treatment options * New and emerging drugs that target specific inflammatory pathways * An overview of specific management issues in elderly patients With important emphasis on the doctor-patient relationship and effective multidisciplinary services, Fast Facts: Inflammatory Bowel Disease is an invaluable resource for all primary care providers, hospital doctors in training, nurses, stoma therapists, dieticians, psychologists, counselors and social workers; in fact, all health professionals involved in the care of patients with IBD, as well as patients who wish to kw more about their condition.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Health Press Limited
ISBN-10
190854175x
ISBN-13
9781908541758
eBay Product ID (ePID)
208994938
Product Key Features
Author
David S. Rampton, Fergus Shanahan
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Clinical Medicine: Professional
Type
Textbook
Additional Product Features
Place of Publication
Abingdon
Date of Publication
13/10/2014
Edition Statement
4th Revised Edition
Country of Publication
United Kingdom
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