A comprehensive reference work on the large intestine, integrating basic science and clinical practice. It addresses colonic anatomy, epithelial transport, bacterial ecology, motility, immunology, functional disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, neoplasia, and surgical perspectives. Contributions from over 50 experts make this volume a standard reference in gastroenterology and colorectal surg…
The Penguin Dictionary of Biology provides clear and concise definitions of terms across all branches of biology, including botany, zoology, genetics, ecology, physiology, and molecular biology. The seventh edition contains updated terminology, making it a practical reference for students, teachers, and anyone interested in the life sciences.