Cholecystokinin

Catch the latest, authoritative exploration of a pivotal gut peptide with Cholecystokinin, by Christine Feinle-Bisset and Jens F. Rehfeld. This essential title delivers a clear, research-driven overview of cholecystokinin (CCK) — the gut-brain peptide central to digestion, satiety, and clinical gastroenterology.

Delving into molecular biology, receptor pharmacology, physiological roles and clinical implications, the book translates complex science into practical insight for researchers, clinicians, dietitians, and advanced students. You’ll find lucid explanations of CCK’s influence on pancreatic secretion, gallbladder contraction, appetite regulation and gut motility, alongside contemporary discussions of its role in obesity, functional dyspepsia, and pancreatitis.

What sets this work apart is its balance of depth and readability: rigorous synthesis of primary research combined with clear clinical context and translational perspectives. Whether you’re conducting laboratory studies, shaping patient care, or preparing for exams, the text equips you with up-to-date knowledge and critical perspectives to inform practice and research.

Perfect for libraries, university departments, and clinical teams across Europe, North America, Asia and Australia, Cholecystokinin is a practical reference and a springboard for future inquiry. Add this comprehensive, expertly written resource to your collection to better understand one of the digestive system’s most influential hormones.

Order your copy today and bring clarity to the complex physiology and clinical relevance of CCK.

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