Basic & Clinical Endocrinology - Softcover

Greenspan, Francis; Gardner, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071402977 ISBN 13: 9780071402972

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education / Medical, 2003

Synopsis

This is the best-selling reference in endocrinology! Authoritative, concise, and current, this "all-in-one" text focuses on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of endocrine disorders. Written by recognized authorities and featuring more than 350 two-color illustrations, the {"Seventh Edition" has been updated to reflect the latest in diagnostic testing and molecular biology as well as new approaches to medical management.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

THE #1 TEXT IN CLINICAL ENDOCRINOLOGY'WITH LEADING-EDGE DEVELOPMENTS

-Up-to-date coverage of diagnosis and management of endocrine disorders

-Current concepts in endocrine pathophysiology

-New diagnostic tests and the latest therapies

-Recent advances in the molecular biology of endocrinology

-More than 300 two-color illustrations and clinical photographs

-Handy appendix of normal hormone reference ranges

-Editors and authors from one of the world's top endocrine research and treatment centers

Best in the field'covering basic science and clinical aspects in a concise, affordable volume

-Completely rewritten chapter on 'Ovaries' presents comprehensive review of female reproductive endocrinology and infertility

-Completely rewritten chapter on 'Adrenal Medulla' includes review of the diagnosis and management of pheochromocytomas

-Brand new chapter on 'Endocrine Surgery'

-Basics of hormone synthesis, release, and action, as well as endocrine autoimmunity, thoroughly reviewed and updated

-Updated chapters on each of the endocrine organs and their hormones and diseases

-Current practice standards incorporated into discussion of endocrine aspects of metabolic bone disease, growth, sexual differentiation, pregnancy, obesity, lipoproteins, and AIDS, as well as the unique problems of geriatric patients and endocrine emergencies

About the Author:

McGraw-Hill authors represent the leading experts in their fields and are dedicated to improving the lives, careers, and interests of readers worldwide

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education / Medical
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0071402977
• ISBN 13: 9780071402972
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1100