This pocket-sized book in the popular Colour Guides series features colour photos illustrating symptoms and complications of diabetes, plus concise yet appropriately detailed text. The book provides an introduction to the syndrome of diabetes mellitus. The emphasis is firmly on clinical aspects of diabetes although insights into aetiology and pathophysiology are included wherever possible. It will give the reader a handy visual recognition aid to the causes, symptoms, classification and management of diabetes. Features: * Compact colour atlas with concise, detailed accompanying text * Invaluable clinical emphasis * Perfect for revision or as a pocket reference
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Höhe: 186 mm
Breite: 123 mm
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978-0-443-05080-0 (9780443050800)
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The Syndrome of Diabetes Mellitus. A Brief History. Classification of Diabetes Mellitus. Epidemiology of Diabetes Mellitus. Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus. Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus. Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Mellitus. Secondary Diabetes Mellitus. Genetic Syndromes Associated with Diabetes. Biochemistry of Diabetes Mellitis. Treatment: Diet. Treatment: Sulphonylureas. Treatment: Metformin and Other Agents. Treatment: Insulin. Monitoring Metabolic Control. Hypoglycaemia. Surgery and Intercurrent Illness. Hyperglycaemic Emergencies. Diabetic Retinopathy. Cataract. Diabetic Neuropathy. The Diabetic Foot. Diabetic Nephropathy. Pancreas and Islet Transplantation. Hypertension and Diabetes Mellitus. Lipid Metabolism and Diabetes Mellitus. Coronary Heart Disease. Peripheral Vascular Disease. Skin Disease and Diabetes Mellitus. Skeletal and Connective Tissue Disease. Infections and Diabetes Mellitus. Diabetes Mellitus and Pregnancy. Childhood, Adolescence and Old Age. Social and Legal Aspects of Diabetes Mellitus. Organization of Diabetic Care.
