An integrated textbook on the digestive system, covering both the basic science and major diseases of the system - intended for medical students taking system-based, integrated courses.
Overview of the digestive system. Mouth and oesophagus. The stomach basic functions. The stomach control. Pancreas exocrine functions. Liver and biliary system. Small intestine. Digestion and absorption. Absorptive and post-absorptive states. The colon. Gastrointestinal pathology.