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9781405173131

Practical Endocrinology and Diabetes in Children, 2nd Edition

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  • ISBN13:

    9781405173131

  • ISBN10:

    1405173130

  • Format: eBook
  • Copyright: 2008-04-01
  • Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
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Summary

The practical manual for pediatricians and endocrinologistsPractical Endocrinology and Diabetes in Children, Second Edition, continues to provide a very practical overview of managing endocrine problems in children. Coverage of each disorder reflects its clinical importance. The material is organized in such a way that it can be referred to at a moment's notice. Helpful overviews of epidemiology, pathophysiology, investigations, differential diagnoses and psychosocial issues support the advice on management principles.New features of this Second Edition include: Completely revised first chapter on diabetes Additional growth charts added to the appendix New Editor, Raymond L. Hintz, MD, Stanford University Medical Center, joins the team and brings a North American perspective to the text New section added to each chapter entitled 'Potential pitfalls' to help you avoid common problems

Table of Contents

Preface to the Second Edition. Preface to the First Edition. Acknowledgements. Fpreword to the First Edition. 1 Diabetes Mellitus. 2 Hypoglycaemia. 3 Short stature. 4 Tall stature. 5 Puberty. 6 Thyroid disorders. 7 Intersex and other disorders of sexual differentiation. 8 Adrenal disorders. 9 Salt and water balance. 10 Calcium and bone. 11 Obesity. 12 Endocrine effects of cancer treatment. Appendix 1: Uinted Kingdom and North American patient support groups. Appendix 2: Growth and BMI charts. Appendix 3: CAH therapy card. Index

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