Barrett’s Esophagus
Author | : H.W. Tilanus |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 396 |
Release | : 2013-04-17 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789401708296 |
ISBN-13 | : 9401708290 |
Rating | : 4/5 (96 Downloads) |
Download or read book Barrett’s Esophagus written by H.W. Tilanus and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-04-17 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.