Full Description
Endocrinology, and diabetes care in particular, is a dynamic field where clinicians must translate new evidence into clinical practice at a rapid pace. Designed in an engaging, case-based format, Endocrinology and Diabetes: A Problem Oriented Approach offers a wide range of thought-provoking case studies that reflect contemporary, challenging, hands-on clinical care. Further, by providing a list of specific clinical problems, this format offers the reader a more convenient and pointed way to solve precise clinical problems in a timely manner. Developed by a renowned, international group of experts, this comprehensive title covers the most common clinical problems in endocrinology and diabetes and should be of great interest to endocrinologists, diabetologists, internal medicine physicians, family physicians, fellows, and residents.
Contents
Genetic testing in endocrinology.- Thyrotoxicosis.- Hypothyroidism.- Thyroid nodules and cancer.- Sellar mass.- Hyperprolactinemia.- Acromegaly.- hypopituitarism.- Cushing's syndrome.- Adrenal failure.- Adrenal incidentaloma.- Hirsutism and virilization.- Menopause.- Male hypogonadism.- Short stature.- Delayed puberty.- Precocious puberty.- Hypercalcemia.- Hypocalcemia.- Vitamin D deficiency.- Osteoporosis.- Metabolic bone diseases other than osteoporosis.- Classification and laboratory Diagnosis.- Oral therapy of type 2 diabetes.- GLP-1 receptor agonists in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.- Therapy with insulin.- Ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar non-ketotic syndrome.- Neuropathy.- Nephropathy.- Retinopathy.- Carbohydrate counting.- Dyslipidemia.- Medical management of obesity.- Bariatric surgery.
