BETWEEN BRAIN AND LIVER - AN INTERDISCIPLINARY LOOK AT MEDICINE

Discover a fascinating journey through the complex connections between the brain and the liver with the book edited by Sabina Więcek, Justyna Paprocka, and Irena Jankowska. This unique publication combines knowledge from the fields of hepatology, neurology, pediatrics, and radiology, offering a comprehensive look at the interactions between these key organs.

• Neuro-hepatic interactions: Understand the mechanisms and dependencies between the brain and the liver.
• Neurological symptoms in liver diseases: Learn to recognize neurological symptoms associated with liver dysfunction.
• Hepatic encephalopathy: Learn about the key symptom of decompensation of liver cirrhosis and its treatment methods.
• Skin itching: Discover the causes and effective treatments for itching associated with liver diseases.
• Inborn metabolic diseases: Gain knowledge about ASMD, Gaucher's disease, Niemann-Pick disease type C, glycogenoses, and glycosylation disorders of proteins.
• Copper metabolism disorders: Learn more about Wilson's disease and Menkes' disease and their effects on the body.
• Complications of diet therapy and drug-induced liver damage: Avoid errors in treatment and minimize the risk of liver damage.

This book is not just a collection of facts, but above all a guide to a modern approach to medicine, in which organs do not function in isolation, but in a dynamic network of dependencies. The authors, recognized specialists from various fields, share their knowledge and experience to help practicing doctors in their daily work with patients. The publication is aimed at hepatologists, neurologists, pediatricians, radiologists, and all specialists involved in the diagnosis and therapy of metabolic diseases.

The publication includes a detailed discussion of neuro-hepatic interactions, neurological symptoms in liver diseases, hepatic encephalopathy, skin itching, inborn metabolic diseases, copper metabolism disorders, and complications of diet therapy and drug-induced liver damage. Each chapter contains practical tips and recommendations to help you effectively diagnose and treat patients. It is an invaluable source of knowledge for every doctor who wants to expand their competences and provide their patients with comprehensive care.

"Between Brain and Liver" is a must-read for every doctor who wants to keep up with the latest achievements in medicine and provide their patients with the best possible care. With this book, you will gain knowledge that will allow you to better understand the complex interactions between organs and treat metabolic diseases more effectively. It is an investment in your knowledge and the future of your patients. Year of publication: 2025, number of pages: 234, format: 234x172 mm, binding: paperback, publisher: PZWL.