Gastroenterology is a part of medicinal studies which deals with the
disorders related to the digestive system. It studies all diseases
related to mouth till anus, usually referred to as gastrointestinal
tract. Hepatology is a study of liver, pancreas and biliary tree and is
generally considered a sub-field of gastroenterology. It uses techniques
like endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), transhepatic
pancreato-cholangiography (TPC), transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic
shunt (TIPSS), etc. to treat the diseases. This book outlines the
processes and applications of various diagnostic methods and treatment
strategies in detail. It traces the progress made in this field and
highlights its key concepts. Those in search of information to further
their knowledge will be greatly assisted by this book. It will serve as
a valuable source of reference to gastroenterologists, hepatologists,
researchers and students associated with these fields at various levels.