10.1055/b-0038-166136 2 Colonic and Anorectal PhysiologyW. Ruud Schouten and Philip H. Gordon Abstract This chapter will focus on colonic physiology, including function, microflora, and propulsion and storage, and anorectal physiology,…
10.1055/b-0038-166135 1 Surgical Anatomy of the Colon, Rectum, and AnusSanthat Nivatvongs, Philip H. Gordon, and David E. Beck Abstract This chapter will review the surgical anatomy of the colon and…
10.1055/b-0038-166137 3 Diagnosis of Colorectal and Anal DisordersDavid E. Beck Abstract This chapter will discuss important elements in the diagnosis of colorectal and anal disorders, including patient and family history,…
10.1055/b-0038-166138 4 ColonoscopyDavid E. Beck Abstract Colonoscopy was introduced for clinical use in 1970 and was initially used as a diagnostic aid to barium enema studies. Increasing experience and technologic…
10.1055/b-0038-166139 5 Preoperative and Postoperative Management of Colorectal Surgery PatientsDavid E. Beck Abstract The perioperative management of colorectal surgery patients has changed dramatically in recent years. Efforts toward cost reduction,…
