Schiff's Diseases of the Liver - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0781760402 ISBN 13: 9780781760409

Publisher: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, 2006

Synopsis

The premier clinical hepatology reference for 50 years, Schiff's Diseases of the Liver is in its Tenth Edition--now in full color throughout. This edition features a major new transplant section focusing on pre-transplant and post-transplant evaluation and management. Also included are updates on key topics such as hepatitis, NASH, and drug-induced pathologies. The first third of the book covers anatomy, pathology, testing, imaging, and effects of liver disease on other organs. Subsequent sections address specific diseases and clinical syndromes. Each of the 12 sections begins with an overview, and each chapter starts with an outline of key concepts. Numerous clinical algorithms appear throughout the text.

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Review

University of Kentucky College of Medicine, 28-JAN-07, Volume 2 -- This is the 10th edition of a tome that has now become a classic in the field of hepatology. This version comes with an expanded section on liver transplantation which can stand by itself as a primer. This is a reference for physicians whose practice is mainly focused on patients with liver diseases. However, it also can have an important place in the library of general gastroenterologists and even internists with an interest in hepatology. It should also be an essential part of the reading material of those pursuing the new Certificate of Advanced Qualifications in Hepatology and Liver Transplantation. In addition to hepatologists, liver transplant surgeons can certainly learn a great deal from this book. Among the contributors are many of those who represent the creme de la creme of the hepatology community. This is a comprehensive review of almost every possible aspect of the field of hepatology. Everything from the traditional physical examination to current clinical applications of the new technologies in imaging and molecular biology are reviewed. This book is a "must-have" for any physician interested in the care of patients with liver diseases.

From the Back Cover

For over 50 years covering 10 previous editions , Schiff′s Diseases of the Liver has provided hepatologists with an outstanding evidence–based clinical reference work covering all aspects of liver disease, and is without doubt one of the world’s leading hepatology textbooks.  Now fully revised and updated, it will serve as your first–stop reference for today’s demanding clinical situations.

With a strong clinical focus, Schiff’s Diseases of the Liver covers anatomy, pathology, testing, imaging, and effects of liver disease on other organs, before moving on to sections that address specific diseases and clinical syndromes.  Its enormous appeal has been due to the clarity of text, combined with the sheer thoroughness of its breadth of content. Key features include:

• An attractive full color design throughout
• Informative section overviews for each section
• Concise key concepts box in every chapter
• Treatment guidelines and management algorithms for every disease
• A full liver transplant section

This 11th edition sees all existing chapters fully revised and refreshed with the very latest in clinical information from the world’s leading hepatologists. Also new to this edition is a companion website containing a variety of important extra materials, including:

• Approximately 100 multiple choice questions of the standard used in ABIM board exams in gastroenterology, to allow the user to self–assess their clinical knowledge 
• All 450+ figures from the book in a high–quality, fully transportable and downloadable electronic format
• High–quality video clips of a variety of surgical procedures, all fully linked to the text
• 35 case studies featuring real–life clinical scenarios. 

Schiff’s Diseases of the Liver remains the key textbook for all gastroenterologists and hepatologists, in training or fully qualified, managing patients with liver disease.

Edition details

• Publisher: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
• Publication date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0781760402
• ISBN 13: 9780781760409
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 1856
• Editor: Schiff Eugene R., Sorrell Michael F., Maddrey Willis C.