Practical Endocrinology and Diabetes in Children, Third Edition
Joseph E. Raine, Malcolm D. C. Donaldson, John W. Gregory, Guy Van Vliet(auth.)This third edition contains a variety of new features such as key web links, guidelines, case studies illustrating diagnostic difficulties which will help all those studying for postgraduate examinations such as the MRCPCH.
The book provides a highly clinical, concise and up-to-date account of paediatric endocrinology and diabetes in a clear and user friendly format. There are sections on how to deal with emergencies, as well as information on potential pitfalls, controversial areas and future developments.
Practical Endocrinology and Diabetes in Children is an essential guide for trainee paediatricians, paediatric endocrinologists and diabetologists as well as diabetes and endocrinology nurse specialists.Content:
Chapter 1 Diabetes Mellitus (pages 1–40):
Chapter 2 Hypoglycaemia (pages 41–50):
Chapter 3 Short Stature (pages 51–82):
Chapter 4 Tall Stature (pages 83–90):
Chapter 5 Puberty (pages 91–115):
Chapter 6 Thyroid Disorders (pages 116–138):
Chapter 7 Disorders of Sex Development and Common Genital Anomalies (pages 139–151):
Chapter 8 Adrenal Disorders (pages 152–173):
Chapter 9 Salt and Water Balance (pages 174–187):
Chapter 10 Calcium and Bone (pages 188–203):
Chapter 11 Obesity (pages 204–215):
Chapter 12 Endocrine Effects of Cancer Treatment (pages 216–224):