Diverticular disease first became recognised at the beginning of the 20th century and although the incidence of the disease is not known, it is considered to be a disease of the older person. This book looks at a disease that is known as a Western world disease, often called by surgeons a 'cinderella disease' as they often feel that there is little to offer the patient with uncomplicated diverticular disease. The book endeavours to give the healthcare professional a holistic view of the care and pattern of diverticular disease, and chapters may be used as stand alone chapters for those wishing to know more about stoma care, alternative treatments or food management. This book is essential reading for healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with this disease.

Pat Black, Christine Hyde, Patricia K. Black

Patricia K. Black, Pat Black, Christine Hyde

Black, Patricia K., Hyde, Christine H.

London ; Philadelphia: Whurr

Whurr Publishers Ltd

United Kingdom and Ireland, United Kingdom

London, Philadelphia, England, 2005

November 29, 2005

1, 2000

Includes bibliographical references (p. 118-125) and index.

xii, 131 pages : 24 cm
"Diverticular disease first became recognised at the beginning of the 20th century and although the incidence of the disease is not known, it is considered to be a disease of the older person. This book looks at what is known as a Western world disease, often called by surgeons a 'cinderella disease' as they often feel that there is little to offer the patient with uncomplicated diverticular disease. The book endeavours to give the healthcare professional a holistic view of the pattern and care of diverticular disease, and chapters may be used as stand alone chapters for those wishing to know more about stoma care, alternative treatments or food management." "This book is essential reading for all healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with this disease."--BOOK JACKET
Includes bibliographical references (pages 118-125) and index
The history of diverticular disease -- Anatomy and physiology -- Investigations -- Uncomplicated diverticular disease -- Complicated diverticular disease -- Case studies -- Surgery -- Stoma care -- Cultural issues -- Gender and age in diverticular disease -- Food management in diverticular disease -- Alternative treatments -- Current thinking

2023-06-28