Colon Polyps and the Prevention of Colorectal Cancer[Recurs electrònic

"This book explains clearly the nature of colon polyps and their relationship with colorectal cancer, which is among the three most common cancers in both men and women Up-to-date information is provided on anatomy, pathology, types of polyp and their treatment, and the performance of colonoscopy Particular attention is devoted to the risk factors for development of colorectal cancer, with detailed guidance on its prevention and early diagnosis and treatment While the book is primarily intended for medical specialists and students, a deliberate and consistent effort has been made to use plain language that will enable other interested persons, including patients, to understand all aspects of the subject - Font no determinada Front Matter....Pages i-x Colorectal Embryology and Anatomy....Pages 1-12 Preoperative, Intraoperative and Postoperative Management of Colonoscopic Procedure....Pages 13-25 Colonoscopy and Cardiovascular System....Pages 27-36 Pre-operative Pulmonary System Evaluation....Pages 37-40 Colonoscopy....Pages 41-112 Colonoscopy and Infectious Disease....Pages 113-129 Lower Gastrointestinal Tract Endoscopy in Pregnant Women....Pages 131-136 Follow-Up of a Pregnant Patient During Colonoscopy....Pages 137-139 Colorectal Polyps....Pages 141-151 Surgical Management of Colon Polyps....Pages 153-161 Colon Polyps and Pathologic Features....Pages 163-219 Colon Polyps and Radiologic Approach....Pages 221-232 Colon Cancer Risk and Prevention....Pages 233-249