Practical assistance for general practitioners. This title is specifically aimed at family doctors and offers practical support in the care of gastroenterological patients. Only topics relevant to general practice are considered. The author provides clear recommendations on when the family doctor can manage care independently. Quickly orient yourself - make the right decisions - evaluate gastroenterological key symptoms - indications for gastroenterological examination techniques and interpretation of findings - all gastroenterologically relevant conditions for general practitioners - recommendations for diagnostics and therapy with helpful algorithms - potential pitfalls and tips for avoiding them - with illustrative case studies and practical summaries. Access anytime: The content of the book is available to you at no additional cost digitally on the knowledge platform eRef.