Practice And Principles In Therapeutic Colonoscopy

This book presents state of the art knowledge and guidance on the use of therapeutic colonoscopy for all of the usual indications, including hemostasis for colorectal bleeding, resection of benign and malignant lesions, and decompression and recanalization of obstructed bowel. Technical aspects are covered in detail, with advice on indications and instrumentation and provision of tips and tricks of proven practical value. With respect to polypectomy, separate chapters focus on technique for pedunculated polyps and the choice between endoscopic piecemeal mucosal resection and endoscopic submucosal dissection for large sessile polyps. The closing chapter looks to the future of therapeutic colonoscopy. The clearly written text is supported by numerous helpful illustrations. Over the years, technological developments have markedly increased the therapeutic, as opposed to the diagnostic, role of endoscopy. This book will be an invaluable aid in clinical practice for all who are involved in the performance of therapeutic colonoscopy.

First Edition - Winner of 2004 BMA Medical Book Competition in Gastroenterology The second edition of this prize winning book is written by some of the world’s foremost experts in the field of colonoscopy and colonic imaging. Every chapter has been updated and 5 new chapters have been added to include the latest information and advances in the field of colonoscopy: Capsule Colonoscopy Narrow Band Imaging Confocal Endomicroscopy Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection in the Colon New Colonoscopes and Assist Devices Drawing on the vast experience of the authors it covers every area of medicine that impacts on colonoscopy, including virtual colonography, pathology, techniques for pediatric and adult procedures, and legal aspects concerning colonoscopy. The book is focused on patient care, and provides explanations on how to perform the procedure effectively and make the best outcome for your patients. It serves as a detailed manual of procedures, extensively illustrated with diagrams and photographs. The book includes a companion website with supplementary material: a lecture on the history of colonoscopy, interviews with famous gastroenterologists, demonstrations of techniques, and typical and unusual cases. This is an invaluable compendium on all aspects of colonoscopy, suitable for use by every grade of practitioner world-wide and an essential reference book for all establishments with an endoscopy facility. Please note: This product no longer comes with a DVD. The DVD content is now available online at http://wiley.mpstechnologies.com/wiley/BOBContent/searchLPBobContent.do.

First Edition - Winner of 2004 BMA Medical Book Competitionin Gastroenterology A state-of-the-art reference guide covering all aspects ofthe performance, technical and clinical background tocolonoscopy The second edition of this prize winning book is written by someof the world’s foremost experts in the field of colonoscopyand colonic imaging. Every chapter has been updated and 5 newchapters have been added to include the latest information andadvances in the field of colonoscopy: Capsule Colonoscopy Narrow Band Imaging Confocal Endomicroscopy Endoscopic Submucosal Dissection in the Colon New Colonoscopes and Assist Devices Drawing on the vast experience of the authors it coversevery area of medicine that impacts on colonoscopy, includingvirtual colonography, pathology, techniques for pediatric and adultprocedures, and legal aspects concerning colonoscopy. The book is focused on patient care, and provides explanationson how to perform the procedure effectively and make the bestoutcome for your patients. It serves as a detailed manual ofprocedures, extensively illustrated with diagrams and photographsand there is an accompanying DVD with multiple demonstrations oftechnique. This is an invaluable compendium on all aspects of colonoscopy,suitable for use by every grade of practitioner world-wide and anessential reference book for allestablishments with an endoscopyfacility.

This textbook of gastrointestinal endoscopy takes a new look at endoscopic training. In particular, it explains the recently developed guidelines for training and practice, including indications for procedures, conscious sedation, disinfection and obtaining informed consent.

Colonoscopy: Tips and Tricks is a practical guide to thefundamentals of this very common medical procedure. Specialistswill also find it a useful refresher tool and trainees ingastroenterology and practicing endoscopist doctors will find it anindispensable resource. Simply split into four sections,Pre-procedure, Basic Procedure, Operative Procedures andPost-procedure, the reader will be taken through the basics ofperforming colonoscopy in a step-by-step fashion, with fullattention given to setting up the colonoscopy setting and preparingthe patient as well as the fundamentals behind the differentprocedures themselves. Authored by one the world’s leadingexpert in colonoscopy, Jerry Waye, along with an up and coming GIfellow at Mount Sinai. Complete with a companionwebsite featuring approximately 40 video clips of colonoscopyprocedures being performed by leading experts. ahref="http://www.wiley.com/go/waye/practicalcolonoscopy"www.wiley.com/go/waye/practicalcolonoscopy/a

An illustrated guide to the practice of therapeutic endoscopy. International experts have contributed superbly illustrated chapters which reflect the international coverage of endoscopy. Illustrated with colour line illustrations and photographs this practical book sets out the steps involved in different endoscopic procedures and draws attention to the tricks and traps, complications and results that can ensue. Superbly illustrated in four colour Step by step guide to all therapeutic endoscopic procedures Reflects worldwide practice Edited by four of the worlds leading endoscopists Very clinical scope Includes complications and how to avoid them New chapter on mucosal resection New chapter on endosonographically guided fine needle aspiration Over 100 new line illustrations in two colour Updating of all existing chapters

Gastrointestinal endoscopy is now mainstream and the focus is nowchanging from developing new techniques to enhancing the efficiencyand quality of fundamental techniques. There are three elements tothis agenda: initial training, continuous quality improvement andpatient empowerment. For the first time, the book is accompanied by two CD-ROMs -featuring video and animation of how to perform the techniques. Thefirst CD-ROM covers the upper GI tract and consists of twosections: (1) the background to instruments and how to get set up,and (2) how to perform diagnostic techniques. The second CD-ROMcovers diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in colonoscopy. Cotton and Williams' book has evolved with each new edition toreflect developments in the field of endoscopy over the last 20years. This fifth edition draws on the vast experience of the authorsand heralds current changes in both endoscopy and publishing. The emerging 'back to basics' attitude of endoscopy opinionformers with regard to the teaching of endoscopy has resulted in amore focused table of contents specifically targeted at newcomersto this specialty.