Management Of Gerd An Issue Of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics

In consultation with Consulting Editor, Dr. Charles Lightdale, Dr. Kenneth Chang has assembled top authors to provide a current update on the management of GERD. Clinical review articles provide updates on the these important topics: Mechanism and Pathophysiology of GERD; Personalized Approach in the work-up and management of GERD; Proton Pump Inhibitors; Radiofrequency Treatment for GERD; Trans-oral Incisionless Fundoplication (TIF); Innovations in Endoscopic Therapy for GERD; Laparoscopic Hernia Repair and Fundoplication, Failed Nissen; Laparoscopic Sphincter Augmentation (LINX); Refractory GERD and Functional Heartburn; and Extra-esophageal GERD and LPR. Readers will come away with the latest techniques and clinical applications to improve patient outcomes.

In consultation with Consulting Editor, Dr. Charles Lightdale, Dr. Kenneth Chang has assembled top authors to provide a current update on the management of GERD. Clinical review articles provide updates on the these important topics: Mechanism and Pathophysiology of GERD; Personalized Approach in the work-up and management of GERD; Proton Pump Inhibitors; Radiofrequency Treatment for GERD; Trans-oral Incisionless Fundoplication (TIF); Innovations in Endoscopic Therapy for GERD; Laparoscopic Hernia Repair and Fundoplication, Failed Nissen; Laparoscopic Sphincter Augmentation (LINX); Refractory GERD and Functional Heartburn; and Extra-esophageal GERD and LPR. Readers will come away with the latest techniques and clinical applications to improve patient outcomes.

Dr. Shaheen's issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America addresses the current thinking and clinical decision making surrounding endoscopy for Barrett's Esophagus. Expert authors have contributed articles on the following topics: The Troublesome Epidemiology of Barrett’s Esophagus and Esophageal Adenocarcinoma; Who Deserves Endoscopic Screening for Esophageal Neoplasia; Alternatives to Traditional per oral Endoscopy for Screening; Effectiveness and Cost-Effectiveness of Endoscopic Screening and Surveillance; The Role of Adjunct Imaging in Endoscopic Detection of Dysplasia; Beyond Dysplasia Grade: The Role of Biomarkers in Stratifying Risk; Management of Nodular Neoplasia in Barrett’s Esophagus: Endoscopic Mucosal Resection and Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection; EUS and Management of Superficial Esophageal Neoplasia; Radiofrequency Ablation of Barrett’s Esophagus: Patient Selection, Preparation, and Performance; Radiofrequency Ablation of Barrett’s Esophagus: Efficacy, Complications, and Durability; Cryotherapy of Barrett’s Esophagus; Care of the Post-Ablation Patient: Surveillance, Acid Suppression and Treatment of Recurrence; and Surgical Management of Superficial Esophageal Neoplasia. Readers will come away with the knowledge to diagnose and treat neoplasia and Barrett's Esophagus using the latest techniques.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease and its complications effect 40 % of the US population. It is the most common reason for outpatient GI visits with treatment costs amounting to nearly $10 billion a year. Thisissue updates interested physicians on the new advance in GERD pathogenesis, diagnosis and medical/surgical treatment , especially over the last 5 years. Lots of advancements have been made in this time period and this will be a excellent reference book for the busy academic and community physician interested in GERD. "The data summarized in a concise manner in this book gives an excellent tool for clinical practice in order to establish a precise diagnosis, appropriate investigation procedures and an adequate therapy in GERD patients." Reviewed by: Ciobanu Lidia, Bogdan Furnea, Cluj-Napoca, Romania on behalf of The Journal of Gastrointestinal and Liver Diseases, June 2014

Today a number of gastrointestinal disorders that once required open surgical or percutaneous management are being managed with endolumenal therapies. This has led to an evolution of minimally invasive endolumenal approaches to many disorders. This issue reviews the progress made in the application of endolumenal therapies and not only discuss current applications but future efforts and directions for clinical investigation. Articles will focus on the scope of the problem, past management options, new endolumenal options, investigations with endolumenal therapy, current status (clinical trial results if available), and future directions.

This issue devoted to Esophageal Function Testing highlights these tests that are complimentary to endoscopy and should be considered after endoscopy is performed. In fact, a prerequisite for performing many of these studies is a negative endoscopy and thus, the endoscopist should be well-informed regarding the indication and utility of these tests. Additionally, some of these newer technologies require endoscopy to be performed during the study as the placement or positioning of the measurement tool will require endoscopic landmarks or direct placement. There have been major advances in most of these older techniques, and new novel measurement paradigms have been created that allow for a more visual and accurate depiction of physiologic and anatomic data. These technologies have evolved to be more akin to an imaging technique and thus, the visual display and data acquisition is much more intuitive and easier to teach to trainees. This review would be of the utmost importance to readers of GI Endoscospy Clinics.

Together with Consulting Editor Dr. Charles Lightdale, Dr. Qiang Cai has put together a comprehensive issue devoted to gastroparesis. Expert authors have contributed clinical review articles on the following topics: Epidemiology and Pathophysiology of Gastroparesis; Non-Diabetic Gastroparesis; Clinical Manifestations and Natural History of Patients with Gastroparesis; Evaluation of Patients with Suspected Gastroparesis; Symptomatic Management of Gastroparesis; Gastric Electrical Stimulator for treatment of Gastroparesis; Surgical Treatment for Gastroparesis; Botulinum Toxin Injection for Treatment of Gastroparesis; Stent Placement for Treatment for Gastroparesis; Technical Aspects of Per Oral Endoscopic Pyloromyotomy; Gastric Emptying Scintigraphy for Evaluation of Patients with Gastroparesis before Per Oral Endoscopic Myotomy; Outcomes of Per Oral Endoscopic Pyrolomyotomy in France; Outcomes of Per Oral Endoscopic Pyloromyotomy in China; Outcomes of Per Oral Endoscopic Pyloromyotomy in the United States.. Readers will come away with the information they need to improve endoscopic techniques and improve patient outcomes.

This issue devoted to Esophageal Function Testing highlights these tests that are complimentary to endoscopy and should be considered after endoscopy is performed. In fact, a prerequisite for performing many of these studies is a negative endoscopy and thus, the endoscopist should be well-informed regarding the indication and utility of these tests. Additionally, some of these newer technologies require endoscopy to be performed during the study as the placement or positioning of the measurement tool will require endoscopic landmarks or direct placement. There have been major advances in most of these older techniques, and new novel measurement paradigms have been created that allow for a more visual and accurate depiction of physiologic and anatomic data. These technologies have evolved to be more akin to an imaging technique and thus, the visual display and data acquisition is much more intuitive and easier to teach to trainees. This review would be of the utmost importance to readers of GI Endoscospy Clinics.