Gastroparesis is an increasingly recognized disorder. Treatment
can be difficult due to the several mechanisms for symptom
production. Gastroparesis: Pathophysiology, Presentation and
Treatment serves as a concise reference on this disorder that
allows clinicians to quickly access and evaluate the necessary
information for treating and managing patients with gastroparesis.
Each chapter is written byexperts in their respective area. The
volume will enable the reader to better understand all aspects of
this disorder. The book presents current concepts in a variety of
areas opening with the epidemiology, clinical presentation and
pathophysiology of gastroparesis. The natural history of patients
is explored as well as evaluation of patients with suspected
gastroparesis. This section includes chapters on Wireless Capsule
Motility, Electrogastrography and Antroduodenal Manometry. This
important resource concludes with a full section on treatment
including dietary, prokinetic, antiemetic, sensory, electric
stimulation, and surgical methods. New developments include the use
of gastric electric stimulation for treatment, the use of SmartPill
for diagnosis, and a number of new agents in development for this
disorder. Gastroparesis: Pathophysiology, Presentation and
Treatment is the ideal reference for gastroenterologists, and also
for surgeons, endocrinologists, primary care physicians and
nutritionists looking to keep pace with the latest information
treatment options for their patients. "
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