Physiology of the gastrointestinal tract /
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Edition: | 5th ed. |
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Imprint: | London : Academic Press, ©2012. |
Description: | 1 online resource (2 volumes) |
Language: | English |
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Format: | E-Resource Book |
URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/11150349 |
Other authors / contributors: | Johnson, Leonard R., 1942- |
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ISBN: | 9780123820273 0123820278 9780123820266 012382026X 9780123820969 0123820960 9780123820976 0123820979 |
Notes: | Includes bibliographical references and index. Print version record. |
Summary: | The gastrointestinal system is responsible for the breakdown and absorption of various foods and liquids needed to sustain life. Other diseases and disorders treated by clinicians in this area include: food allergies, constipation, chronic liver disease and cirrhosis, gallstones, gastritis, GERD, hemorrhoids, IBS, lactose intolerance, pancreatic, appendicitis, celiac disease, Crohn's disease, peptic ulcer, stomach ulcer, viral hepatitis, colorectal cancer and liver transplants. Physiology of the Gastrointestinal Tract, 5/e covers the study of the mechanical, physical, and biochemical functions of the GI Tract while linking the clinical disease or disorder, bridging the gap between clinical and laboratory medicine. The new edition is a highly referenced and useful resource for gastroenterologists, physiologists, internists, professional researchers, and instructors teaching courses for clinical and research students. Discusses the multiple processes governing gastrointestinal functionEach section edited by preeminent scientist in the fieldUpdated, four-color illustrations. |
Other form: | Print version: Physiology of the gastrointestinal tract. London : Academic, 2012 9780123820266 |
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