Main description:

Part of the recognised Clinical Focus Series, this book is a guide to the management of diabetes mellitus.

Beginning with discussion on the role of exercise and nutrition, the next chapters look at the characteristics of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

The following sections cover the management of long-term complications of diabetes including diabetic retinopathy, diabetic neuropathy, cardiovascular disease, diabetic nephropathy, hypoglycaemia, and more.

The final chapters discuss the role of bariatric surgery, and retaining and regaining pancreatic -cells in the management of diabetes.

Up to date reviews of current practice recommendations for management of the disease and its complications are included.

Key points

Guide to the management of diabetes mellitus covering various long-term complications
Part of the recognised Clinical Focus Series
Reviews current practice recommendations
Internationally recognised editor team from Eastern Virginia Medical School, US

Contents:

Exercise and Diabetes: Personal Prescriptions
Medical Nutrition Therapy for Adults with Diabetes and Related Topics
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: Is a Cure in Sight?
Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Pathophysiologic Approach
Inpatient Management of Diabetes
Clinical Pearls for the Management of Diabetes in Pregnancy
Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease: Tackling the Problem
Update on the Management of Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic Neuropathy: Emphasis on Neuropathic Pain
Diabetic Nephropathy
Hypoglycemia in Diabetes
Bariatric Surgery and Its Role in the Management of Diabetes
Retaining and Regaining Pancreatic -Cells to Treat Diabetes
Cells to Treat Diabetes
Role of Non-physician Healthcare Providers in Diabetes Management