Hepatology

This two-volume work discusses liver disease in adults and children. Volume one (Basic Sciences) focuses on both normal and pathologic hepatic physiology and cell biology; while volume two (Clinical Issues) covers clinical manifestations, causative factors, and laboratory abnormalities.

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The third edition of the preeminent book in hepatology has been thoroughly revised, reorganized, and updated. This state-of-the-art reference - now in two stand-alone volumes - makes it easier than ever to access the latest information from the leaders in the field. Volume I--Basic Sciences - focuses on the latest findings in both normal and pathologic hepatic physiology and cell biology. Volume II--Clinical Issues - delivers comprehensive coverage of all aspects of clinical disease, including clinical manifestations, causative factors, laboratory abnormalities, and more. The new edition features authoritative discussions of the following new topics: the diagnosis and management of post-operative infection in the transplant patient, liver disease in the parenterally fed patient, liver disease in patients after transplantation of organs other than the liver, and more.
Plus, it provides brand-new, full-chapter coverage of the synthesis and metabolism of collagen, autoimmune chronic hepatitis, the clinical pharmacology of anti-viral agents, the basic science aspects of liver disease due to derangements of iron and copper metabolism, AIDS and the liver, the pathophysiology of nitrogen metabolism and its relevance to hepatic encephalopathy, the vascular disease of the liver, and many more. Review of the Last Edition: "Notable for its easy-to-read style, rich illustrations, and comprehensive, up-do-date references. The editors have skilfully integrated contributions from various authors into a well-organized, stylistically consistent, easy-to-read textbook...This excellent book is a valuable source of information for anyone with an interest in diseases of the liver, regardless of level of training or extent of experience." br