Atlas of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy & Endoscopic Biopsies

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Book Reviews Atlas of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy & Endoscopic Biopsies, by Theresa S. Emory, Herschel A. Carpenter, Christopher J. Gostout, and Leslie H. Sobin, 448 pp, with illus, $90, Washington, DC, Armed Forces Institute of Pathology (telephone: 888838-1297),1999, ISBN 1-881041-46-8

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cardiograms selected by the author, who has a vast experience in this field. The book is organized into 12 chapters, each of which comprehensibly covers a specific area of cardiology. In addition to the expected discussions of congenital heart disease, metabolic disturbances, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and bundle branch blocks, several other unique areas are covered. For instance, records before and after cardiac transplantation, artifacts that may interfere with correct electrocardiographic interpretation, and common electronically paced rhythms are valuable inclusions. Most of the electrocardiograms are presented with brief clinical correlations and a diagnosis or differential diagnosis, which enhances understanding. Selected references provide valuable sources for further study. Strengths: Not a single word is wasted in this comprehensive collection of nearly all the commonly encountered electrocardiographic findings. In addition, there is an interesting collection of many rare clinical scenarios. The concise case descriptions that offer correlations with clinical diagnosis and treatment recommendations make it a very informative and practical resource. Deficiencies: I noted no deficiencies. Recommended Readership: Although the book is intended primarily for internists, practicing cardiologists, and cardiology trainees, it would also be useful to medical students and allied health care professionals, especially those working in the coronary care environment who have some basic electrocardiographic knowledge, to enhance their ability to interpret both common and uncommon electrocardiographic problems. Overall Grading:

Type of Book: A multiauthored atlas of endoscopic images of the luminal gastrointestinal tract with corresponding histology. Introductory text material outlines important clinical features of each disorder. Scope of Book: This comprehensive atlas of endoscopic images combines the vast endoscopic expertise of the Mayo Clinic with the resources of the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. Contents: The text is divided into sections devoted to the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. Within each chapter, disease entities are presented endoscopically and histologically. The morphologic, endoscopic, and clinical features of each disorder are presented, along with differential diagnosis. Some sections present clinical syndromes in addition to actual diseases (for example, malabsorption of the small bowel). Both common and rare diseases are presented endoscopically and histologically, with most disorders having multiple complementary images. Strengths: Because of the vast experience of the Mayo Clinic and the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, very rare disorders have been captured endoscopically and histologically. The use of both biopsy and surgical materials provides an outstanding pathology reference source. The overview section for each disease improves the value of the text for clinicians. Deficiencies: Some pathological images would benefit from the addition of arrows to point out pertinent features. In some sections, uncommon pathological classifications are used (eg, active chronic destructive colitis as the title for the section on inflammatory bowel disease). Recommended Readership: Fellows and attending physicians in gastroenterology and pathology. Overall Grading:

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Ripudamanjit Singh, MD, Division of Cardiovascular Diseases, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn

Revision Spine Surgery, edited by Joseph Y. Margulies, Max Aebi, and Jean-Pierre Farcy, 866 pp, with illus, $199, Chicago, Ill, Mosby (telephone: 800-523-4229), 1999, ISBN 0-8151-4591-8

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Type of Book: A multiauthored text addressing aspects of revision spine surgery. Scope of Book: This book comprehensively reviews the etiologies of revision spine surgery as well as proposed solutions and rationales for the procedure. Contents: The 62 chapters within the 11 sections of this text thoroughly address an array of concepts pertinent to revision spine surgery. Epidemiological data and general concepts of revision procedures with anatomic considerations encompass sections 1 through 4, setting the tone for the remainder of the volume. Section 5, Evaluation and Indications for Revision Spine Surgery, gives a rigorous review of preoperative and perioperative considerations. Specific pathologic, traumatic, degenerative, oncologic, and deformity issues are addressed individually in section 6, and multiple technical aspects relating to surgical revision are discussed in section 7. Section 8 is devoted to problems that may lead to or result from revision spine surgery, including infections.

C. Mel Wilcox, MD, Chief of Endoscopy, University ofAlabama

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Clinical Electrocardiographic Diagnosis: A Problem-Based Approach, by Noble O. Fowler, 244 pp, with illus, $49.95, Philadelphia, Pa, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (telephone: 800638-3030),2000, ISBN 0-7817-1957-7

Type of Book: A single-authored compilation of clinically relevant electrocardiograms, designed as a teaching text on a problem-based approach. Scope ofBook: The author uses his own considerable experience in the field to discuss selected electrocardiograms intended to enhance electrocardiographic interpretation skills. Contents: This text is a review of 300 clinically relevant electroMayo Clin Proc. 2000;75:983-986

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