Essentials of Endocrinology and Metabolism A Practical Guide

• A comprehensive and practical guide to endocrinology and endocrine disorders for the preclinical medical student

• Utilizes a consistent chapter format covering core concepts, anatomy, embryology, histology, testing, diagnosis and pharmacology, including cases and review question and answer items for each topic

• Provides a straightforward and accessible approach to diabetes, calcium disorders, hypothalamus and pituitary disorders, growth disorders, disorders of puberty, adrenal disorders, hypertension and lipid disorders, and thyroid disorders

Developed from time-tested material utilized in endocrinology courses for medical students, this comprehensive and practical guide draws together a number of related disciplines to create a straightforward and accessible approach to the study of endocrine and metabolic diseases. Designed with the student in mind, each of the main endocrine organs and disorders are covered in thematic sections on diabetes, thyroid disorders, calcium disorders, adrenal disorders, and hypothalamus and pituitary disorders. Opening with clear learning objectives, chapters within each section discuss core concepts, anatomy, embryology, histology, testing, diagnosis and pharmacology, and include clinical case scenarios and multiple choice review questions. Full-color figures and diagrams enhance and extend the content. 

Perfect for in-class reference or board licensing review, Essentials of Endocrinology and Metabolism is an indispensable resource for medical and nursing students alike.

CONTENTS

• Front Matter
      Pages i-viii
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      Introduction to Endocrinology Concepts
          Fredric E. Wondisford
      Pages 1-6
      Diabetes
          Front Matter
          Pages 7-7
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          Getting Prepared Series for Diabetes
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 9-21
          Diabetes Types and Diagnosis
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 23-29
          Diabetes Complications
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 31-37
          Diabetes Pharmacology
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 39-43
          Diabetes Cases
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 45-51
      Thyroid
          Front Matter
          Pages 53-53
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          Getting Prepared Series for Thyroid
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 55-63
          Abnormal Thyroid Function
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 65-75
          Thyroid Testing
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 77-87
          Thyroid Pharmacology
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 89-92
          Thyroid Nodules and Cancer
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 93-101
          Thyroid Cases
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 103-111
      Calcium
          Front Matter
          Pages 113-113
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          Getting Prepared Series for Calcium
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 115-123
          Hypercalcemia
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 125-131
          Hypocalcemia
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 133-140
          Calcium Pharmacology
              Fredric E. Wondisford
          Pages 141-147