Ileoscopy

Ileoscopy has proven to be very useful for the diagnosis of coeliac, inflammatory and infectious diseases of the small intestine. This endoscopic procedure is one of the technically challenging step of diagnostic colonoscopy and also represents the best documented proof of having performed a complete exam. This book will cover all the aspects of endoscopic exploration of the terminal ileum, from the technique to the clinical diagnosis and management of the main pathologies involved in this district. A wide selection of magnified and non-magnified diagnostic images complete the volume. Intended as an update on the imaging and management of ileal disease, the book will be an invaluable tool for the endoscopist who wishes to improve his technique and for the clinician who wants to improve his knowledge on small bowel diseases.