Chronic Disease and Disability: the Pediatric Gastrointestinal Tract, Second Edition. Medical and Surgical Perspectives Including Infection and Pain

This book highlights the evolving knowledge in pediatric gastroenterology and hepatology, providing primary care clinicians with essential updates to care for children and adolescents with complex gastrointestinal and hepatic disorders. Addressing the global shortage of pediatric gastroenterologists, the text integrates current medical and surgical perspectives, offering practical insights into managing complications such as infection, pain, and other challenging clinical scenarios.

Key Features:

• Updated, evidence-based information on pediatric GI and hepatic disorders
• Focuses on practical guidance for primary care clinicians
• Covers both medical and surgical perspectives in pediatric gastroenterology
• Addresses complex complications including infection and pain management
• Reflects recent advances and research despite challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic
• Designed to support clinicians in providing comprehensive, informed care to children and adolescents