Gastrointestinal Disease in Primary Care

Focuses on outpatient management of common gastrointestinal disorders seen in primary care - problems that were previously referred out, but that managed care now requires the generalist to treat whenever possible. This book provides algorithms with step-by-step diagnosis, treatment, and patient management.

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This practical reference guide focuses on outpatient management of common gastrointestinal disorders seen in primary care - problems that were previously referred out, but that managed care now requires the generalist to treat whenever possible. The book provides algorithms with step-by-step diagnosis, treatment, and patient management. Chapters are organized by clinical management issues, and clinical practice guidelines are incorporated into each chapter.