Main description:

Clinical Handbook of Pediatric Endocrinology has been completely revised and updated! This comprehensive handbook is a quick reference guide for pediatric health care professionals practicing in hospitals and offices. This invaluable manual covers the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders with information on clinical and diagnostic findings, management/education, and evaluation for each diagnosis. Also included is a new chapter on hyperlipedemia and updated information on syndromes, stimulation testing, laboratory testing, medications, conversions and tables, growth charts, and patient education resources. This new edition is a must for every pediatric healthcare professional!

Contents:

General Endocrine Assessment Adrenal Disorders Bone Mineralization and Metabolic Disorders Disorders of Glucose Metabolism Obesity Hyperlipidemia Pituitary Disorders Disorders of Sexual Development Thyroid Disorders Effects of Cancer Therapy and Chronic Illness Syndromes Stimulation Testing Laboratory Testing Pediatric Endocrine Medications Conversions/Formulas/Tables Growth Charts Glossary References and Suggested Readings Index