Digestive diseases have always been a major threat to global health.
Despite the rapid advances in various diagnostic modalities, many a time
the final verdict can be elusive and present a diagnostic challenge for
the attending doctor.
"Clinical Challenges & Images in Gastroenterology -- A Diagnostic Guide"
presents 50 real-life cases to illustrate an evidence-based approach for
the diagnosis, investigation and management of gastrointestinal diseases
commonly encountered in everyday practice, with a special focus on the
interpretation of endoscopic and radiological images. This book provides
a pragmatic approach for medical students, residents, specialist
trainees and specialists alike who have an interest in gastroenterology.
Other healthcare providers, such as general practitioners, nurses and
dieticians, will also benefit from these case illustrations. The authors
of this book are based at the Institute of Digestive Disease, Chinese
University of Hong Kong. This institute has contributed to major
breakthroughs that have improved the clinical management of digestive
diseases including, but not limited to, the advent of endoscopic
therapies and minimally invasive surgery, molecular diagnostic tools for
cancers and inflammatory bowel disease, and the development of novel
treatments for acid-peptic disease and viral hepatitis.
