For more than 50 years,Sleisenger & Fordtran’s Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseasehas been the definitive reference for gastroenterology and hepatology physicians, students and trainees, and the broader multi-disciplinary GI care team. Now guided by anew generation of leaders in the field, this two-volume masterwork brings together the knowledge and expertise of hundreds of global experts who keep you up to date with all aspects of GI and liver disease—everything from basic science to new techniques and technologies. A consistent organization, more than 1,100 full-color illustrations, and clinically practicable algorithms ensurequick access to updated and current information on the diagnosis, treatment, and managementof gastrointestinal and liver diseases. The 12thedition welcomes a new senior editorial team of Drs. Raymond T. Chung, David T. Rubin, and C. Mel Wilcox, and features many improvements and additions.
Key Features
New and expanded discussionsof eosinophilic disorders, MASLD (metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, formerly known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease); the use of AI in endoscopy for improved detection of GI cancers; new treatments for viral hepatitis and autoimmune liver diseases; the expanded array of new treatments for inflammatory bowel disorders; and more
New chapterson Gastrointestinal and Hepatic Manifestations of Coronavirus Infection; Enterocolitis and Hepatitis Induced by Cancer Immunotherapy, and a new section on Neoplasia Involving Multiple Organs
Reliable coverage of a wide range ofendoscopic procedures for diagnosis and treatment, including balloon dilatation, stent placement/removal, and the management of small bowel angioectasia
Quick-reference algorithmsthat summarize clinical decision making and practical approaches to patient management
A consistent, templated format throughout the text that enables quick retrieval of information, andmore than 20 videosof endoscopic procedures
An eBook version is included with purchase.The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud. Additional digital ancillary content may publish up to 6 weeks following the publication date