McDonald J., Feagan B., Jalan R., Kahrilas P. (eds.) Evidence-Based Gastroenterology and Hepatology

4th Edition. — Wiley-Blackwell, 2019. — 816 p.The revised fourth edition of Evidence-Based Gastroenterology and Hepatology continues to provide the most current, evidence-based information for determining the appropriate medical and surgical options for screening for, diagnosing, and treating gastrointestinal conditions. With contributions from an international team of leading experts in the field, this edition includes practical recommendations for the care of individual patients based on the latest scientific evidence.The text offers a unique resource that takes a completely evidence-based approach, and is designed to be an essential tool for gastroenterologists at all levels to consult frequently to improve the management of their time. Chapters review the clinical questions most often encountered by gastroenterologists in their daily practice. The text's evidence (randomized controlled trials, systematic reviews or lower quality trials) and treatment recommendations are rated for quality using the respected GRADE framework. This newly revised edition:Offers seven new chapters on the latest topics relevant to gastroenterology and hepatology
Provides a guide to patient management regimens that are supported by evidence
Includes a consistent rating of evidence quality using GRADE framework
Contains contributions from an acclaimed, international editorial team
Puts the focus on the most patient-important, clinical questions likely to be encounteredWritten for gastroenterologists, hepatologists and specialty trainees in gastroenterology/hepatology, the revised edition of Evidence-Based Gastroenterology and Hepatology offers an evidence-based resource that appraises the evidence for the diagnostic tests and treatment regimens for gastrointestinal and hepatic diseases.