Barrett’s Esophagus
H.W. Tilanus, S.E. Attwood, "Barrett’s Esophagus"
English | 2001 | ISBN: 9048158605, 1402001029 | PDF | pages: 396 | 17.5 mb
English | 2001 | ISBN: 9048158605, 1402001029 | PDF | pages: 396 | 17.5 mb
Barrett's Esophagus gives an extensive overview written by the world's leading experts covering the epidemiology, gastroenterology and surgery, as well as the molecular basis of:
- the precursor lesions leading to the development of Barrett's epithelium;
- the unique characteristics of Barrett's esophagus;
- the consequences of malignant degeneration, i.e. adenocarcinoma.
All aspects in terms of diagnosis, secondary prevention, multimodality, medical and surgical treatment are elucidated.