Constipation

Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

188 Seiten, Hardcover

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Constipation is common in both adults and children. Estimates would suggest a median prevalence of around 12-16% in the general population. While regarded as a minor nuisance in some cases, its consequences can be severe, with a substantial impact on quality of life. Secondary faecal soiling has a profound psychological effect at all ages. This book provides contributions from authors with a range of backgrounds which clarify the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and therapy of constipation for the general population and also for certain high risk groups.

• Themen: Medizin Klinische und Innere Medizin Hepatologie
• ISBN: 9789535102373
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 07.03.2012
• Größe: 266 x 185 mm
• Verlag: IntechOpen
• Herausgegeben von: Anthony G. Catto-Smith