Livres de la collection - Endocrine Development
The gut not only represents the largest endocrine organ of the human body but is also profoundly involved in the control of metabolism through peptide hormones. Therefore, gastrointestinal hormones are acting via autocrine, paracrine, and classical endocrine pathways and regulate e.g. digestion, hunger, and satiety.
[lire la quatrième du livre Developmental Biology of Gastrointestinal Hormones]
The latest state of the art in the field of diabetesThe field of diabetes mellitus research is currently characterized by rapid and remarkable growth that has led to the development of significant diagnostic and therapeutic advances. This is very important given the fact that the frequency of the disease continues to increase at alarming rates worldwide.
[lire la quatrième du livre Novelties in Diabetes]
Towards a better understanding and management of pubertal disordersPuberty is a unique paradigm for the understanding of gene-environment interaction and developmental programming.
[lire la quatrième du livre Puberty from Bench to Clinic]
Renowned experts share their latest findingsDealing with current hot topics, this book aims to provide an update on advances in the treatment of endocrine disorders.
The chapters cover innovative therapeutic approaches to type 1 diabetes, such as artificial pancreas and islet transplantation.
[lire la quatrième du livre Advanced Therapies in Pediatric Endocrinology and [...]]
A practical guide to diagnosis and managementThere has been a rapid expansion of knowledge in the field of paediatric calcium and bone disorders over the past twenty years. Advances have been made in the underlying genetic basis for many conditions in conjunction with progress in bone density and geometry imaging and the development of new treatment options.
[lire la quatrième du livre Calcium and Bone Disorders in Children and [...]]
A fresh look at several aspects of DSD
Ten years ago a group of experts assembled in Chicago to develop a consensus on the management of conditions previously described as intersex.
[lire la quatrième du livre Understanding Differences and Disorders of Sex [...]]
State of the art of diagnosis and treatment of pediatric thyroid diseases
This book presents a comprehensive overview of pediatric thyroid diseases and thus provides a useful tool for clinical problem solving. Opinion leaders in the field present reviews on all relevant diseases of the hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis.
[lire la quatrième du livre Paediatric Thyroidology]
The ghrelin story started more than 30 years ago with the discovery of synthetic GH secretagogues.
Only in 1999 was ghrelin, a natural GH-releasing peptide, discovered. Ghrelin, however, is much more than simply a natural GH secretagogue. In fact, this hormone is one of the most important factors known for regulating appetite and energy expenditure.
[lire la quatrième du livre The Ghrelin System]
Providing an overview of the most recent advances and breakthrough developments
Over recent years, impressive advances in genetic/epigenetic technology have greatly improved the understanding of the pathogenesis of pediatric endocrine diseases due to hormone resistance and hypersensitivity.
[lire la quatrième du livre Hormone Resistance and Hypersensitivity]