Endocrinology Books

While it is increasingly clear that adult obesity begins in childhood, preventing this condition is a major challenge for the pediatrician.Adult Obesity: A Paediatric Challenge highlights the causes and consequences of obesity, bringing a modern...

The endocrine system consists of various glands in the body that produce hormones, including the thyroid, adrenal glands, pancreas, and pituitary gland. The field of oncology that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancers related to...

Endocrinology is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on the endocrine system, which includes glands that produce hormones to regulate various bodily functions. This field encompasses a wide range of disorders related to hormone imbalances and...

Thyroid diseases refer to diseases that affect the thyroid glands and hamper its functions, whether it is hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer, etc. Thyroid diseases are serious diseases although they can be treated because if they are...

In 1981, David Jenkins, Thomas Wolever, and colleagues introduced the concept of the glycemic index (GI) to differentiate carbohydrates based on the rate of blood glucose rise following their consumption. Although GI was first used in diet therapy for...

A comprehensive medical text by Eugène Gley on the internal secretions of the human body and their role in physiology and pathology. This seminal work provides an early understanding of the endocrine system, and is still relevant to medical researchers...

Pattern of Hormonal Response to Chronic Ethanol Ingestion During Puberty: Implication for Primary Effects on the Testicular Seminiferous Epithelium. Opioid-Mediated Control of Neuroendocrine Function: Role of k, m, and e Receptors. Neuroendocrine...

Painful Diabetic Neuropathy in Clinical Practice provides a concise, didactic and essential resource for clinicians in the management of neuropathic pain in diabetic patients.This volume opens with overviews of epidemiology,...

There are now over 23 million diabetics in this country, that's 1 in 12 of us! Medical management is a complicated affair that tries both patient and doctor. The Diabetic Diary 2004 simplifies this regimen and lets the diabetic patient take control of...

The incidence and severity of diabetes mellitus is increasing worldwide, presenting a significant burden to society both in economic terms and overall well-being. Fortunately, time-tested anti-diabetes mellitus plant foods exist that are safe and could...

The current age of clinical medicine is witnessing biotechnological innovation at an unprecedented pace. As a result, the recently popularized clinical practice guidelines (CPG), as a tool to assist clinical decision-making, have been struggling to keep...

The endocrine system is a complex network of glands and organs in our bodies that produce and release hormones. These hormones serve as chemical messengers, controlling various bodily functions and maintaining overall homeostasis. As students delving...

This book is a guide for clinicians seeking to use metabolic approaches in the care of hospitalized patients. Since a nutritional component exists for practically any disease process managed, it is important to properly address the macro- and...

An overview of the biochemical basis of metabolic diseases and molecular basis of chemical pathologies. It highlights recent advances in diabetes mellitus (biochemical and nutritional aspects), lipids and lipoprotein metabolism disorders and...

Un traité scientifique important de Claude Bernard sur le diabète, la glycogenèse et le métabolisme des animaux et des humains.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we...

This groundbreaking study of acromegaly, a rare and debilitating disease caused by overproduction of growth hormone, offers a comprehensive overview of the latest research on diagnosis, treatment, and management of symptoms. With case studies, diagrams,...

This comprehensive volume collects contributions from nearly one hundred experts in the fields of endocrinology and metabolism. The text covers a range of topics, from basic physiology to the latest advances in diagnosis and treatment of endocrine...

It is remarkable how much we take for granted the tremendous energy and vitality that the sun provides earth's inhabitants. As we enter the new millennium, it is worthwhile to review how our ancestors perceived the biologic...

The Fifteen American Peptide Symposium (15APS) was held in Nashville, Tennessee, on June 14-19, 1997. This biennial meeting was jointly sponsored by the American Peptide Society and Vanderbilt University. The attendance of...

Recent research suggests that adult growth hormone (GH) deficiency, whether of pathological or physiological origin, is associated with a dis­ tinct syndrome that includes alterations in body composition, endocrine­ metabolic...

EXERLEAN is a revolutionary approach in the search for maximal health and wellness. EXERLEAN is a protocol, a mission, and can be your resolution to achieve maximum personal transformation with your body, mind, and soul. In this book, you will learn...

"The Diabetes Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint for Complete Diabetes Management" is your indispensable guide to navigating the complex terrain of diabetes. From understanding the types and terminology to delving into the biology of blood sugar, this...

10% of all women have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. It the most common female endocrine disorder and cause of female infertility in the world. If you have PCOS and want to have a baby, you need this plan. Renowned PCOS expert, Dr. Felice Gersh has...

Cancer cells often display metabolic changes that distinguish them from normal cells in the body. Their preference for glycolysis over aerobic respiration even in the presence of oxygen was first observed over a century ago; however, it is only over the...

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the study and treatment of endocrine disorders, including diseases of the thyroid, adrenal gland, and pancreas. Written for general practitioners, the book is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to...

The Cytological Characters of the Areas of Langerhans is a groundbreaking study of the microscopic structures in the pancreas that produce insulin. Michael A. Lane's meticulous research provides a detailed understanding of the cytology of these vital...

Originally published in German in 1908, this landmark work by pioneering endocrinologist Karl von Noorden revolutionized the field of metabolism research and provided a foundation for the modern science of nutrition. Noorden's precise and methodical...

This classic medical text provides a comprehensive overview of the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the thyroid and thymus glands. Crotti covers a wide range of topics, including the physiology of hormonal regulation, the diagnosis and treatment of...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a classic female infertility condition affecting an estimated 6-10% of all women, many of whom are unaware of the problem. A disease that affects women from adolescence to menopause, PCOS is...

This timely book provides an overview of topics related to obesity. These include associated health risks, childhood obesity, genetics, evaluation, treatment, behavioral strategies, and successes and failures in preventing...

The goal of this book is to provide Endocrinologists, Surgeons, Nuclear Medicine Physicians, and Radiation Oncologists with practical advice about managing patients with thyroid cancer. This book will not replace the excellent...

Management of Prader-Willi Syndrome brings together the contributions of professionals with considerable expertise in diagnosis and management of PWS. Clinical, social, family, and community issues are explored and management...

Chronic disease states of aging should be viewed through the prism of metabolism and biophysical processes at all levels of physiological organization present in the human body. This book describes the building blocks of understanding from a reasonable...

th This volume contains articles presented at the X International Symposium on Purines and Pyrimidines in Man, held on May 14 19, 2000 in Tel Aviv, Israel. The first symposium in this series took place in Tel Aviv in 1973...

This book was stimulated by the enthusiasm shown by attendees at the meetings in Saxon River, VT, sponsored by the Federation ofAmerican Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB), on the subject of the intestinal processing of...

Protocols for Enhancing Function of Fetal Islets in vitro and following Transplantation (A. Hayek, G.M. Beattie). Expression of Two Nonallelic Reg Genes in the Developing Human Pancreas: Effects in vitro of Nicotinamide and Maternal Growth Factors...

Endocrynology of Embryoendometrial Interactions: A Hundred Years of Fascinating Discoveries; A. Psychoyos. Uterine Receptivity: Experimental Studies: Cell Biology of Endometrial Receptivity and of Trophoblast-Endometrial Interactions; H.W. Denker...

Pineal Gland Regulation: Expression of Neurotransmitter Receptor Subtypes and Subunits in the Mammalian Pineal Gland; M. Møller, et al. Transcription Factor Icer and Regulation of Rat Photoneuroendocrine System; J.H. Stehle. Intracellular Actions of...

Structure, Expression, and Regulation of the IGF-I Gene.- Differential Regulation of IGF-I Leader Exon Transcription.- Insulin and IGF-I Analogs: Novel Approaches to Improved Insulin Pharmacokinetics.- Analysis of the Interaction of Igf-I Analogs with...

355 articles arranged under the following sections: B and T Cells of the Mucosal Immune System: Trafficking and Cytokine Regulation. Nonlymphoid Cells of the Mucosal Immune System: Epithelial Cells, APC, and Other Cell Types. Development of Mucosal ...

Regulation of Insulin Secretion.- Impaired Glucose-Induced Insulin Secretion: Studies in Animal Models with Spontaneous NIDDM.- Perturbation of Islet Metabolism and Insulin Release in NIDDM.- Regulation of Cytoplasmic Free Ca2+ in Insulin-Secreting Cells...

Section One - Regulation Of Cell Growth And Development.- The Role of Growth Hormone and Prolactin in Beta-Cell Growth and Regeneration.- The Insulin-Like Growth Factor Family of Peptides, Binding Proteins and Receptors: Their Potential Role in Tissue...

Embark on a transformative journey with "The Type 2 Diabetes Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint For Complete Type 2 Diabetes Management." This comprehensive guide begins with a deep dive into the biology of Type 2 Diabetes, unraveling its symptoms, risk...

"Discover the hidden secrets to conquering Graves Disease in 'Graves Disease Demystified: Doctors' Secret Guide.' This comprehensive book unlocks the mysteries surrounding Graves Disease, providing invaluable insights into the role of the immune system,...

Discover the comprehensive guide to understanding and managing Addison's Disease with "Addison's Disease Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide." This expertly crafted book takes you on a journey through the intricacies of this rare and often misunderstood...

Embark on a transformative journey with "The Hyperthyroidism Mastery Bible: Your Blueprint for Complete Hyperthyroidism Management." This comprehensive guide offers a deep dive into understanding hyperthyroidism, unveiling its symptoms, causes, and...

Delve into the complexities of thyroid health with "Hyperthyroidism Demystified: Doctor's Secret Guide," your definitive source for understanding, managing, and thriving despite hyperthyroidism. This comprehensive guide begins by unveiling the...