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DescriptionTextbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is a comprehensive and up-to-date resource covering disorders of the liver and digestive system.This book is divided into three sections on gastroenterology, nutrition and hepatology respectively, encompassing 37 chapters. The book describes the pathophysiology of a range of paediatric disorders from diseases of the oesophagus and malnutrition, to chronic liver disease, as well as new genetic, metabolic and biochemical tests.Novel therapies are discussed for treatment of diseases such as tyrosinemia and neonatal haemochromtosis, and the hepatology section describes improved treatment for Hepatitis B and C in relation to liver transplantation. New modalities in endoscopy such as endoscopic ultrasound and capsule endoscopy in gastrointestinal disorders are also covered in detail.Enhanced by over 100 images and illustrations, Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition is an extensive guide to conditions of the digestive system and liver, which will assist postgraduates, paediatric gastroenterologists and other paediatricians in their practice.Key FeaturesThe Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition has been written keeping in mind the latest developments in the field.Importance has been accorded to incorporating case scenarios which every pediatrician faces in daily practice.Important topics have been discussed in a user-friendly, easy-to-read manner.The textbook has to its credit many international and Indian authors who are authorities in their respective fields.We hope that it will be useful to all readers in the day-to-day management of gastrointestinal nutritional and hepatobiliary disorders in children.Table of ContentsGastroenterologyDevelopmental Anatomy and Physiology of the Digestive TractApproach to Common Gastrointestinal Symptoms and SignsDisorders of the OesophagusNeuro-Gastroenterology and Motility DisordersDisorders of the Stomach and Small IntestineAcute DiarrhoeaChronic and Persistent DiarrhoeaCeliac DiseaseInflammatory Bowel DiseaseDisorders of the PancreasShort Bowel SyndromeSurgical Disorders of Gastrointestinal TractNutritionNutritional Assessment in Health and DiseaseFood AllergiesMalnutritionEnteral NutritionParenteral NutritionProbiotics in GI DisordersHepatologyAnatomy, Development and Physiology of the Hepatobiliary SystemApproach to Common Liver Symptoms and SignsInterpretation of Liver Function TestsNeonatal CholestasisAcute HepatitisChronic Viral HepatitisAutoimmune HepatitisWilson’s DiseaseMetabolic Disorders in the InfantMetabolic Disorders in the Older ChildNon-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseChronic Liver DiseaseSurgical Disorders of the Hepatobiliary SystemDrug Induced Liver InjuryAcute Liver FailurePortal HypertensionLiver TransplantationLiver TumoursThe Liver in Systemic Illness