Curbside Consultation of the Pancreas
49 Clinical Questions
Scott Tenner editor Alphonso Brown editor Frank Gress editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Taylor & Francis Inc
Published:15th Oct '09
Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back
Are you looking for concise, practical answers to questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pancreatic disease references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or complications? Curbside Consultation of the Pancreas: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick and direct answers to the thorny questions commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between colleagues.
Dr. Scott Tenner, Dr. Alphonso Brown, and Dr. Frank Gress have designed this unique reference, which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pancreatic disease. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pancreatic disease with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references are included to enhance the text and to illustrate the treatment of pancreatic disease patients.
Curbside Consultation of the Pancreas: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume clinicians will appreciate. Gastroenterologists, fellows and residents in training, surgical attendings, and surgical residents will benefit from the user-friendly and casual format and the expert advice contained within.
Some of the questions that are answered:
- How do I determine the amount of fluids to provide to patients with acute pancreatitis?
- When should antibiotics be used in acute pancreatitis?
- How do I determine the timing of re-feeding patients with acute pancreatitis?
- What is the best way to treat pain in patients with chronic pancreatitis?
- How should I define the best approach to a pseudocyst? <
"The book is surprisingly well-illustrated given its size and conciseness. The authors are to be complimented on putting together such an excellent book which nicely addresses many common clinical scenarios. I recommend this book to the busy clinician or trainee who needs to have a book that will supply quick information."
— Priya Jamidar, MD, FACG, FASGE, Section of Digestive Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology
"Among the great features of this book is the way it provides helpful information in very short chapters on well selected, relevant topics. It is an interesting, quick read by authors who are respected experts in the field. The answers are short and relatively basic… this is an exceptionally interesting book for students, clinicians, and researchers who deal with pancreatic diseases."
— Patrick Mosler, MD, PhD, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Doody Enterprises, Inc.
"Summary tables and figures are listed for the vast majority of topics, which are particularly helpful to highlight the reading material. Overall, the material reviewed is extremely accurate, up to date, and easy to read. Curbside Consultation of the Pancreas: 49 Clinical Questions does carve out its own niche as compared with existing books and texts on the pancreas…a well recommended book to anyone looking for a user-friendly resource for pancreatic and biliary disease written in a practical and clinically oriented format. Moreover, the layout and high use of images, charts, and tables makes the book an enjoyable source of medical information that is sure to be used repeatedly in everyday practice."
— Daniel Cornett & Patrick Pfau, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, Madison, WI, Gastroenterology
ISBN: 9781556428142
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 639g
262 pages