Evidence–based Gastroenterology and Hepatology

JWD McDonald

• 26 april 2019
• 9781119211389

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EVIDENCE-BASED GASTROENTEROLOGY AND HEPATOLOGY FOURTH EDITION

The revised fourth edition of Evidence-Based Gastroenterology and Hepatology continues to provide the most current, evidence-based information for determining the appropriate medical and surgical options for screening for, diagnosing, and treating gastrointestinal conditions. With contributions from an international team of leading experts in the field, this edition includes practical recommendations for the care of individual patients based on the latest scientific evidence.

The text offers a unique resource that takes a completely evidence-based approach, and is designed to be an essential tool for gastroenterologists at all levels to consult frequently to improve the management of their time. Chapters review the clinical questions most often encountered by gastroenterologists in their daily practise. The text's evidence (randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews or lower quality trials) and treatment recommendations are rated for quality using the respected GRADE framework. This newly revised edition:

• Offers seven new chapters on the latest topics relevant to gastroenterology and hepatology
• Provides a guide to patient management regimens that are supported by evidence
• Includes a consistent rating of evidence quality using GRADE framework
• Contains contributions from an acclaimed, international editorial team
• Puts the focus on the most patient-important, clinical questions likely to be encountered

Written for gastroenterologists, hepatologists and specialty trainees in gastroenterology/hepatology, the revised edition of Evidence-Based Gastroenterology and Hepatology offers an evidence-based resource that appraises the evidence for the diagnostic tests and treatment regimens for gastrointestinal and hepatic diseases.

The revised fourth edition of Evidence-Based Gastroenterology and Hepatology continues to provide the most current, evidence-based information for determining the appropriate medical and surgical options for screening for, diagnosing, and treating gastrointestinal conditions. With contributions from an international team of leading experts in the field, the 4th edition includes practical recommendations for the care of individual patients based on the latest scientific evidence.