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Ulcerative Colitis, 1st ed. 2019
Updates in Surgery Series
Coordinator: Poggioli Gilberto
Language: EnglishSubjects for Ulcerative Colitis:
210 p. · 15.5x23.5 cm · Hardback
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The book describes various surgical techniques for ulcerative colitis in detail, providing readers with concrete guidelines on which is the most appropriate operation to perform in any given case. It also presents extensive information on the most important operation, the formation of the IPAA (ileal pouch-anal anastomosis), together with helpful tips and tricks. A closing chapter addresses the long-term complications that can occur after a pouch formation, and what to do for each case. As such, the book offers a unique and comprehensive guide for surgeons, gastroenterologists, researchers and students alike.
Gilberto Poggioli is a Full Professor of General Surgery at the University of Bologna.
Focusing on the treatment of IBD for surgeons and gastroenterologists, he developed an extensive experience in clinical research, in particular on surgery of inflammatory bowel disease and abdominal procedures, both with a laparotomic and minimally invasive laparoscopic approach.
His expertise in the treatment of patients with Crohn’s disease is demonstrated by more than 2000 procedures performed, including resective and bowel sparing surgery, while more than 1400 restorative proctocolectomies attest to his experience in the treatment of Ulcerative Colitis.Prof. Poggioli has also published nearly 350 papers in peer-reviewed journals and for national and international congresses.
Presents an up to date summary of diagnostic pathways and medical approaches to ulcerative colitis, including the algorithm of the most adequate type of medications to use
Explains surgical techniques applied in the treatment of ulcerative colitis, including tips and tricks from a referral centre with the largest volume of patients in Europe
Describes the complications that can occur in the long-term to the pouch after surgery, correlated with the most suitable respective approach, either medical or surgical
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