Metabolism Books

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...

"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...

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 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...

This classic medical text provides an in-depth exploration of rickets, a condition caused by a deficiency of Vitamin D in the body. Moore covers the history, causes, symptoms, and treatment of rickets through detailed case studies and research. A...

First published in 1907, this groundbreaking medical text explores the role of metabolism in health and disease. Drawing on his extensive clinical experience, von Noorden offers a comprehensive overview of the subject and provides practical guidance for...

This book by Henry Robert Harrower is a fascinating exploration of the field of endocrinology. It covers topics such as the structure and function of the endocrine system, the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine disorders, and the relationship between...

I. Clinical Impact of Sex Steroids on Growth Hormone Secretion.- 1. Sex-Steroid-Growth Hormone Axis Interactions in Normal Female Puberty.- 2. Sex-Steroid-Growth Hormone Interactions During Normal Male Puberty.- 3. Impact of Testosterone Replacement on...

1. Outcome Research in Pediatric Psychoendocrinology and Sexology.- I. Treatment of Growth Hormone Deficiency: Efficacy, Innovation and Quality of Life.- 2. Growth Hormone Replacement in Adults: The First 10 Years.- 3. Quality of Life in Children and...

I. Gamete Quality and Pregnancy Outcome.- 1. The Impact of High-Order Multiple Pregnancies.- 2. Patient Stimulation and Effect on Outcomes.- 3. New Developments in Imaging and Hormonal Stimulation of the Ovaries.- 4. Paternal Effects on Fertilization,...

1. Receptor Serine Kinases and Signaling by Activins and Inhibins.- 2. The Gene Expression of Activin Receptors in Rat Pituitary.- 3. Follistatin Physiology and Potential Mechanisms of Action in the Human.- 4. Inhibins, Activins, Follistatin, and GnRH:...

I. General Concepts.- 1. An Overview of Wound Healing Biology.- 2. Growth Factors and Angiogenesis in Wound Healing.- 3. The Regulation of Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor (FGF-2) Through Limited Bioavailability.- 4. Cultured Skin Cells for Wound Closure...

Recent progress in recombinant DNA technology and the availability of a number of nonpeptide subtype-specific receptor antagonists and of specific antibodies to components of prorenin-renin-angiotensin system (PRAS) have led to...

Proceedings of the Third Hans Selye Symposium on Neuroendocrinology and Stress held in Budapest, Hungary, August 17-21, 1992.

Almost every aspect of energy and nutrient metabolism is altered by hormonal and other physiological changes during pregnancy and lactation. While it is evident that hormonal adjustments affect nutrient requirements, these are...

The disorders induced by iodine deficiency affect at least one billion people. Because ofits effects on brain development, iodinedeficiency is the single most preventable cause of mental retardation in the world. Therefore, the...

THIS BOOK collects together papers given at a NATO Advanced Research Workshop held at Il Ciocco (Lucca), Italy, from the 9th to the 15th April, 1989. It sets out to present the current state of understanding of the principles...

Most of the following chapters were presented as plenary lectures or symposium talks at the 1986 XXXth Congress of the International Union of Physiological Sciences in Vancouver, B.C. A distinguished international group of...

Endocrinology, as a discipline, was a late arrival in the corpus of established subjects. Its growth in recent years has been prodigious, extending from mor­ phology to molecular levels. Most of the major endocrine glands were...

This work, Essential Endocrinology: A Primer for Nonspecialists, is written with dual purposes in mind: first, to provide a framework of basic endocrinology and diabetology to the medical student, and second, to provide a...

physieal and mental can distort thyroid func­ Thyroid diseases are common. They indude hyper- and hypothyroidism, enlargement of tion tests so that thyroid dysfunction is dia­ the gland both diffuse and nodular, solitary gnosed...

The Thyroid And Parathyroid Glands (1905) is a comprehensive medical book written by Hubert Richardson. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the thyroid and parathyroid glands, including their anatomy, physiology, and pathology. It explores the...

This clinical text provides an in-depth exploration of the latest research on metabolic disorders, including diabetes, obesity, and hyperlipidemia. Written by leading experts in the field, this book is a valuable resource for medical professionals and...