Achalasia Imaging: A Revolutionary Approach to Diagnosis and Prognosis

Authored by Giovanni Fontanella, this groundbreaking book pioneers a novel approach to the imaging of achalasia, a complex disease that has long puzzled medical professionals. By integrating the latest advances in x-ray technology with innovative pathophysiological assumptions rooted in the Chicago Classification of Manometric diagnosis, this book provides a comprehensive and structured framework for radiologists, clinicians, and students to accurately detect, diagnose, and stratify patients with achalasia.

Key Features of This Landmark Publication

• Comprehensive Reporting of Barium Swallows: This book serves as a valuable guide for radiologists, providing a structured approach to reporting barium swallows in achalasia and other oesophageal motility disorders.
• Multidisciplinary Understanding of Achalasia: By exploring achalasia from anatomic, pathophysiologic, and therapeutic perspectives, this publication empowers readers to gain a profound understanding of the disease, enabling accurate detection and reporting of its radiologic hallmarks.
• Accurate Diagnosis and Subtype Identification: The innovative FBF score, specifically developed for this purpose, allows readers to diagnose and define the exact achalasia subtype in each patient, ensuring personalized treatment and care.

Published by CRC Press, this 189-page paperback edition is now available, offering a wealth of knowledge and expertise to medical professionals and students seeking to enhance their understanding of achalasia and its imaging.

Book Details:

• Publisher: CRC Press
• Edition: 1st edition
• Publication Date: February 28, 2023
• Language: English
• Pages: 189
• ISBN-10: 103233584X
• ISBN-13: 978-1032335841