Crohn's Disease: Basic Principles provides a comprehensive and state-of-the-art overview of the
current diagnosis and treatment strategies for Crohn's disease. Care of these patients and
clinical conditions can be quite complex and often require a multidisciplinary approach.
Sections of the book are based on the most current evidenced-based resources and have been
structured to review the etiology and diagnosis of Crohn's disease discuss advances in medical
and surgical treatment illustrate emerging technologies impacting the care of patients with
Crohn's disease and examine functional and quality of life outcomes in this patient
population. The text reviews our understanding of the influence of molecular and genetic
factors in the development and pattern of Crohn's disease. Current methods of diagnosis and
strategies in the medical management of patients with Crohn's disease are evaluated including
the use of biologic agents. Resection and bowel sparing techniques for primary and recurrent
disease as well as advances in endoscopy and laparoscopy are discussed in detail. In addition
factors influencing the quality of life of patients with Crohn's disease are examined including
nutrition enterostomal care fertility and sexual function. Written by recognized experts in
their field Crohn's Disease: Basic Principles highlights the integrated multidimensional
aspect of caring for patients with Crohn's disease and will be of great value to colon and
rectal surgeons general surgeons gastroenterologists internists as well as fellows and
upper level residents in training training.
