: Includes cardinal manifestations of disease, patient evaluation, disorders of the alimentary tract, liver transplantation, and neoplastic diseases .
The last decade has revolutionized our understanding of the gut microbiome’s role in health and disease. The 3rd edition dedicates expanded sections to how microbial dysbiosis contributes to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), obesity, and even hepatic encephalopathy. New tables summarize probiotic and prebiotic strategies with evidence grades. Harrison--39-s Gastroenterology And Hepatology- 3rd Edition