Gastrointestinal Physiology

GASTROINTESTINAL PHYSIOLOGY is the market leader in its field. This concise, readable text provides basic concepts and information related to gastrointestinal physiology. The material is presented in a format that makes it easily understandable for anyone learning GI physiology. This New Edition is updated with additional clinical information, two-color illustrations, summaries, bold-faced key terms, and end-of-chapter review questions, as well as a mini-exam at the end of the book.

Major concepts summarized at the end of each chapter highlight important material.

Key words appear in bold type the first time they are defined for easy identification.

All chapters have been updated with new material and current information.

Outstanding figures illustrate current concepts and clarify information.

Sections on pathophysiology at the end of many chapters provide students with clinical relevance.

A review examination in the Appendix tests students knowledge on essential information.