Engin O. (Ed.) Colon Polyps and the Prevention of Colorectal Cancer

Cham, Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2015. — 249 p. — ISBN: 978-3-319-17992-6, 978-3-319-17993-3.​Provides up-to-date information on colon polyps and their relationship with colorectal cancer
Explains risk factors for the development of colorectal cancer and provides detailed guidance on its prevention
Summarizes the current literature for clinicians
Readily intelligible for the general public​This book explains clearly the nature of colon polyps and their relationship with colorectal cancer, which is among the three most common cancers in both men and women. Up-to-date information is provided on anatomy, pathology, types of polyp and their treatment, and the performance of colonoscopy. Particular attention is devoted to the risk factors for development of colorectal cancer, with detailed guidance on its prevention and early diagnosis and treatment. While the book is primarily intended for medical specialists and students, a deliberate and consistent effort has been made to use plain language that will enable other interested persons, including patients, to understand all aspects of the subject.Colorectal Embryology and Anatomy
Preoperative, Intraoperative and Postoperative Management of Colonoscopic Procedure
Colonoscopy and Cardiovascular System
Pre-operative Pulmonary System Evaluation
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy and Infectious Disease
Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Endoscopy in Pregnant Women
Follow-Up of a Pregnant Patient During Colonoscopy
Colorectal Polyps
Surgical Management of Colon Polyps
Colon Polyps and Pathologic Features
Colon Polyps and Radiologic Approach
Colon Cancer Risk and Prevention