Endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is now considered one of the most essential and cost-effective
techniques in the assessment of a wide range of gastrointestinal diseases. A remarkably
versatile minimally invasive procedure it also calls for a high level of anatomic knowledge
and technical prowess. This revised and updated lavishly illustrated volume -- a textbook and
atlas in one -- offers medical professionals the most comprehensive overview of EUS available
as well as a wealth of valuable insights from diverse leaders in the field. Features: More than
1000 up-to-date superior-quality images Clear step-by-step instructions for all current
procedures and techniques Logical easy-to-use structure throughout including the requisite
anatomy and pathology Strategies for selecting patients and procedures including hygiene
requirements informed consent patient positioning and monitoring and more Precise clinical
descriptions and valuable tips and techniques for diagnosis and treatment Guidance on the
successful handling of needling and catheters Insightful discussions of the uses and
limitations of evolving techniques Chapters on contrast-enhanced EUS techniques and
SonoElastography new chapters on Hot Spots of Interventional EUS and Portal Hypertension.
