Constipation

Author: Rong Wenzhou
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Publish Date: 2001-05-01
Features: This book introduces knowledge and research findings on constipation in terms of etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, Chinese and Western medical treatments, as well as prevention and health care. The book is divided into three parts: the Basic Section, the Clinical Section, and the Appendix. The Basic Section covers the anatomy and physiology of constipation, etiology and pathogenesis, types of constipation, and diagnostic methods, including new concepts such as internal and external constipation, slow-transit type and outlet obstruction type constipation, as well as new examination techniques like defecography and colon transit tests. The Clinical Section introduces treatment methods, including Chinese and Western medical treatments, medications, surgery, physical therapy, biofeedback, colon cleansing and detoxification, acupuncture and massage. The Appendix discusses traditional Chinese herbs, Chinese patent medicines, folk remedies, and medical case studies. This book is suitable for clinical physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and students and faculty of medical schools for study and reference. At the same time, it provides scientific and advanced medical knowledge to patients with constipation and offers rich and novel methods for medical care and health maintenance.