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The revised and updated fourth edition of Practical Endocrinology and Diabetes in Children offers a practical, highly clinical and up-to-date handbook of paediatric endocrinology and diabetes. The book is written in clear terms and offers a user-friendly format that is designed to be concise, yet comprehensive.. The international panel of expert contributors explore the range of endocrine disorders in children including growth, thyroid, adrenal and problems related to puberty.
CONTENTS:
1. Diabetes mellitus
2. Hypoglycaemia
3. Short Stature
4. Tall Stature
5. Puberty
6. Thyroid Disorder
7. Differences in Sex Development and Common Genital Anomalies
8. Adrenal Disorders
9. Salt and Water Balance
10. Calcium and Bone
11. Obesity
12. Endocrine Effects of Cancer Treatment
Supplementary chapter by Johnny Deladoëy
13. Genomics for the Pediatric Endocrinologist
Appendix 1 Growth and BMI Charts
Appendix 2 CAH Therapy Card
Appendix 3 Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) Therapy Card