Gastroenterological Diagnosis

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Prerequisite: DIAG 2725, PUBH 3617 The working of the gastrointestinal tract in health and disease and its relationship with the systemic disease conditions, nutritional processes, the musculoskeletal and nervous systems are detailed in this course. Special attention is drawn to functional gastrointestinal complaints commonly seen in the chiropractic office and how these may be related to a variety of disorders. Case management of a series of conditions amenable to conservative care is discussed as are indications for appropriate referral.