Schuster gastrointestinal kinetics

Author: (USA) Shuster
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: This book is written by multiple internationally renowned experts in the field of gastrointestinal motility. It starts from the physiological basis of gastrointestinal motility and provides a comprehensive introduction to various motility examination methods for the esophagus, stomach, large intestine, and anal rectum, including manometry, pH monitoring, sensory tests, radiology, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, and gastric. It also compares the examination results in normal conditions and various gastrointestinal motility disorders, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of these disorders. Additionally, the book elaborates on the impact of gastrointestinal surgery, the effects of medications, and pediatric gastrointestinal motility, among other rich content. The book is richly illustrated, making the explanations more intuitive. This book is suitable for physicians specializing in gastroenterology, graduate students, and researchers interested in the neuromuscular function of the gastrointestinal tract.