Ulcerative Colitis: Genetics to Complexities

This book describes the disease of Ulcerative Colitis with the help of advanced information, encompassing its genetics as well as complexities. Ulcerative Colitis (UC) is a fast developing medical field which will continue to be extremely intriguing in the coming few decades. Even though the basic reason for this disease is still not known, observations in research regarding several issues associated with this disease remain in consideration on a daily basis. So far, this disease has been deemed to be controllable but not curable. Veteran researchers, reputed authorities and clinicians from across the globe have contributed valuable information regarding aspects like genetics, clinical aspects, disease management, epidemiology, incriminated etiologies, pathophysiology, and complications as well as reports on the developments in therapeutic and diagnostic options in this book. The aim of this book is to serve as a valuable source of reference for doctors and physicians engaged in this field. Figures and diagrams have also been included in this book to elucidate the topics more vividly.