Eosinophilic Esophagitis (eBook, PDF)

Redaktion: Liacouras, Chris A.; Markowitz, Jonathan E.

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

This volume provides a history of Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE), a basic understanding of the physiology of the eosinophil, and a current understanding of the pathophysiology and genetics of EoE. The emphasis is on clinical applications including presenting symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options for patients with EoE. Written by both pediatric and adult experts in the fields of gastroenterology, allergy and pathology, this volume includes the most up to date information.

Providing practical information useful in the treatment of patients, this book will be of great value to gastroenterologists, allergists, pathologists, medical residents, fellows, internists, and general practitioners who treat patients with eosinophilic esophagitis.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Humana Press
• Seitenzahl: 428
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Oktober 2011
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781607615156
• Artikelnr.: 37351558

Inhaltsangabe

Preface.- Contributors.- A History of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Epidemiology, Incidence, and Prevalence of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Children.- Epidemiology of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Adults.- Eosinophil Biology in the Pathogenesis of Eosinophilic Disorders.-Role of Lymphocytes and Mast Cells in Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Esophageal Remodeling in Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- The Genetic Basis of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.-Relationships Between Eosinophilic Esophagitis and Eosinophilic Gastroenteritits.- Clinical Manifestations of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Children.- Clinical Presentation of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Adults.- Relationship of Eosinophilic Esophagitis to Gastroesophageal Reflux.- Radiographic Diagnosis of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Endoscopic Features of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Histologic Features of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.-Complications Associated with Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- IgE and Non-IgE Mediated Food Allergy.- Allergic and Atopic Features of Children with Eosinophilic Esophagitis.-Atopic and Allergic Features of Adults with Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Allergy Testing in Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Esophageal Dilation for Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Systemic Steroid Therapy of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Children.- Medical Treatment for Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Corticosteroid Treatment of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Adults.-Dietary Treatment of Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Nutritional Management of Eosinophilic Esophagitis in Pediatric Patients.- Oral Tolerance and Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Treatment ofEosinophilic Esophagitis with Biological Agents.- Feeding Disorders and Eosinophilic Esophagitis.- Psychological Perspectives on Pediatric Eosinophilic Esophagitis.-Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Treatment Approach in Adults.- Eosinophilic Esophagitis: Treatment Approach in Children.

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From the reviews:

"The book, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, encompasses the historical literature as well as the up-to-date knowledge on the subject. ... The book contains numerous illustrative figures and tables and provides informative summary points at the end of the chapters. ... Providing useful practical information, this book will be of great value to gastroenterologists, allergologists, pediatricians, internists, pathologists, endoscopic surgeons, and fellows, all who deal with EoE patients." (Zeinab A. El-Sayed, World Allergy Organization Journal, worldallergy.org, Vol. 11 (5), May, 2014)

"The book, Eosinophilic Esophagitis, encompasses the historical literature as well as the up-to-date knowledge on the subject. ... The book contains numerous illustrative figures and tables and provides informative summary points at the end of the chapters. ... Providing useful practical information, this book will be of great value to gastroenterologists, allergologists, pediatricians, internists, pathologists, endoscopic surgeons, and fellows, all who deal with EoE patients." (Zeinab A. El-Sayed, World Allergy Organization, worldallergy.org, Vol. 11 (5), May, 2014)