Gi Epidemiology

Authoritative new text from the experts in GI population studiesUnderstanding the incidence, prevalence, and trends in gastrointestinal disease can help you provide better care, and this new volume provides clear and comprehensive explanations of the latest data. For the first time, leading authorities from multiple disciplines join forces to provide the latest information about the epidemiology of digestive diseases. GI Epidemiology serves as both a useful refresher and a reliable reference on the methods and techniques used in epidemiological studies for consultants and researchers in gastroenterology. It is also an invaluable tool for fellows/trainees in gastroenterology, candidates for recertification in the combined disciplines of gastroenterology, pediatric gastroenterology and colorectal surgery, and anyone completing MPH training. This book brings together world authorities in multiple disciplines for the very first time, to create one clear and comprehensive source. The bulk of the chapters are divided into two parts, covering methodological issues and the epidemiology of specific GI diseases. Each chapter begins with a list of key points, followed by a review written in a clear and simple style. The methodologic chapters cover evidence-based medicine, meta-analysis, systematic reviews, genetic and molecular epidemiology, clinical trials, questionnaire design, and health economics. The disease-specific chapters note the current gaps in knowledge and suggest areas for further study. The book integrates population-based information and describes how to approach studying diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The material has proven very effective in training courses for GI fellows and epidemiologists.Talley, Nicholas J. is the author of 'Gi Epidemiology ', published 2007 under ISBN 9781405149495 and ISBN 1405149493.