Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Guide - Softcover

Hindmarsh, Peter C.; Geertsma, Kathy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0128114835 ISBN 13: 9780128114834

Publisher: Academic Press, 2017

Synopsis

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Guide addresses how hydrocortisone works, what can go wrong, and how to correct it, also explaining why the timing of doses and measurement of cortisol from a dose is extremely important.

The book provides an in-depth analysis of this disorder for pediatric endocrinologists and primary care providers, allowing them to help patients with an updated model of care and appropriate treatment.

Patients and family members will benefit from the trend-forward information that will empower them to approach their healthcare providers with the expectation of receiving individualized care and treatment for this disorder.

• Outlines the basics of congenital adrenal hyperplasia and its interrelation with hormones and bodily functions
• Presents the known cognitive and emotional aspects of the disease
• Reviews multidisciplinary management as well as post-treatment management of the disease

About this title

About the Authors

Peter Hindmarsh is a Professor of Pediatric Endocrinology in London, United Kingdom. He has published extensively on cortisol physiology and pharmacology and how these impact on replacement therapies for adrenal insufficiency. He is interested in better delivery of treatment in a more physiological manner as exemplified by the delivery of hydrocortisone using pump therapy to mimic the circadian rhythm.

As the parent of a young adult with Salt Wasting Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Kathy Geertsma became chair of a Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Patient, Parent and Carer Information and Support Group known as CAHISUS. She has extensive contact with patients, parents, and carers from all over the world who struggle with confirming the cause for adrenal insufficiency and getting access to proper treatment. As a result, she offers a unique perspective about how practitioners can better serve the needs of their patients.

Edition details

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0128114835
• ISBN 13: 9780128114834
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 504