Books on Medicine - Endocrinology and Metabolism Books

Melatonin and the Pineal Gland: From Basic Science to Clinical Application - book by Touitou, Y.;Arendt, J.;Pevet, P.

DESCRIPTION: The aim of this book is to integrate clinical, physiological, rhythmic, pharmacological, cellular and molecular aspects of biosynthesis, metabolism, regulation and action of melatonin and related indoles. Significant advances on pineal research and their applications to the clinical fie... view more info and the price of this book.

Advances of Diabetes Mellitus in East Asia - book by Mimura, G.;Zhu, X.;Kida, K.;Murakami, K.

DESCRIPTION: This is the fifth volume in a series of meetings highlighting the cooperation between China and Japan in the study of Diabetes Mellitus. This book summarizes the very latest experimental and clinical developments and results that were obtained at this symposium.

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The Metabolic Syndrome: Diabetes, Obesity, Hyperlipidemia and Hypertension, 1253 - book by Crepaldi, G.;Tiengo, A.;Avogaro, A.

DESCRIPTION: This volume contains the papers presented at "The 8th European Symposium on Metabolism". It provides a comprehensive and updated evaluation of the possible role of insulin resistance in the pathogenesis of a cluster of major risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Insulin resistance wa... view more info and the price of this book.

Turner Syndrome in a Life Span Perspective: Research and Clinical Aspects - book by Albertsson-Wikland, K.;Ranke, M.B.

DESCRIPTION: The aim of this Turner meeting was to highlight the life span perspective of Turner syndrome, regarding both the research and clinical aspects. This symposium brought together researchers and clinicians from different fields throughout the world as well as individuals with Turner syndro... view more info and the price of this book.

Paediatric Osteology - book by Schonau, E.

DESCRIPTION: These proceedings consist of papers of the First European Workshop on Paediatric Osteology.The aim of this workshop was to evaluate current experience with childhood bone diseases from multi-disciplinary points of view. New data on the development of the skeletal system in childhood rec... view more info and the price of this book.

Osteoporosis 1996 - book by Papapoulos, S.E.;Lips, P.;Pols, H.A.P.;Johnston, C.C.;Delmas, P.D.

DESCRIPTION: Osteoporosis is increasingly recognized as a major health issue worldwide, neccessitating exchange of information and interaction between scientists at a global level. This volume contains a selection of papers presented during the 1996 Congress and is divided into seven sections coveri... view more info and the price of this book.

Pituitary Adenomas - book by von Werder, K.;Fahlbusch, R.

DESCRIPTION: Disciplines as diverse as neurosurgery and neuroendocrinology, radiology and phamacology are directly interested in new trends in basic and clinical research in the area of pituitary tumors. Diagnostic procedures, as well as therapy guided by increasing knowledge in neuroscience have be... view more info and the price of this book.

Bone Formation and Repair - book by Rabie, A.M.;Urist, M.R.

DESCRIPTION: This book deals with research into the molecular biology and biochemistry of the extracellular matrix of mineralized tissues. Special emphasis is given to aspects of research that ultimately lead to the resolution of diseases afflicting man. This volume presents concepts of bone matrix ... view more info and the price of this book.

Recent Advances on the Pathogenesis and Management of Diabetes Mellitus - book by Shinn, S.H.;Shichiri, M.;Kim, M-W.

DESCRIPTION: International Congress Series 1149The 9th Korea-Japan Symposium on Diabetes Mellitus, held in Korea, 11-12 April 1997 promoted the scientific achievement and friendship between the two countries. Recently diabetes research has advanced remarkably, especially in the fields of pathogenesi... view more info and the price of this book.

Paediatric Osteology - book by Schonau, E.;Matkovic, V.

DESCRIPTION: This proceedings presents the lectures of the 2nd Workshop on Paediatric Osteology from the "European Paediatric Osteology Working Group." Specialists representing the areas of physics, engineering, nutrition, sports physiology, biochemistry, internal medicine, rheumatology, and pediatr... view more info and the price of this book.

Obesity and NIDDM - book by Shima, K.

DESCRIPTION: Non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) is a metabolic disorder characterized by abnormal glucose metabolism. Currently, there is no investigative study that is possible in humans. However, animal models do provide an opportunity to study this problem. This book presents a ... view more info and the price of this book.

Control Mechanisms of Stress and Emotion - book by Yamashita, H.;Funder, J.W.;Verbalis, J.G.;Ueta, Y.;Endo, Y.

DESCRIPTION: Control Mechanisms of Stress and Emotion - Neuroendocrine Based Studies is a compilation of high standard manuscripts presented at the 18th University of Occupational and Environmental Health International Symposium held in Kitakyushu, Japan from October 8-10, 1998. This book focuses no... view more info and the price of this book.

Insulin Resistance, Metabolic Diseases and Diabetic Complications - book by Crepaldi, G.;Tiengo, A.;Del Prato, S.

DESCRIPTION: Insulin resistance was recognized as a feature and a pathogenic mechanism in pathological states such as type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity. More recently, however, it has become apparent that an impairment in insulin action is shared by a variety of conditions not necessarily associa... view more info and the price of this book.

The Onset of Puberty in Perspective - book by Bourguignon, J.-P.;Plant, T.M.

DESCRIPTION: This volume presents the proceedings of the fifth in a series of meetings devoted to examining the mechanism of the onset of puberty. It represents the most recent research data covering the major theme of the CNS and puberty, for example insights into the mechanism relating CNS control... view more info and the price of this book.

Advances in Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology, Volume 1 - book by LeRoith, D.

DESCRIPTION: Historically the field of endocrine research has always been at the forefront of scientific endeavors. The investigators of these important breakthroughs in research have been rewarded by numerous Nobel awards. In the field of diabetes alone, Nobel prizes have been awarded to researcher... view more info and the price of this book.

Growth Factors, Part A - book by LeRoith, D.;Bondy, C.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS: Contents. List of Contributors. Preface (D. LeRoith and C. Bondy). Insulin-Like Growth Factors (D. LeRoith and C. Bondy). Growth Hormone (G. Baumann). Growth Hormone Receptor (L.S. Smit and C. Carter-Su). Epidermal Growth Factor: Cellular and Molecular Function (D.... view more info and the price of this book.

Cytokines, Part A - book by LeRoith, D.;Bondy, C.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS: Contents. List of Contributors. Preface (D. LeRoith and C. Bondy). Interleukin-2 (M.T. Lotze). Interleukin-3 (J.W. Schrader). Interleukin-4 (J. Banchereau and S. Saeland). Interleukin-5 (K. Takatsu, R.R. Dickason, and D.P. Huston). Interleukin-6 (C. Lai and H. Baum... view more info and the price of this book.

Systems, Part A - book by LeRoith, D.;Bondy, C.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS: Contents. List of Contributors. Preface (D. LeRoith and C. Bondy). Growth Factors and Cytokines in the Fetus and Placenta (D.J. Hill and V.K.M. Han). The Immune System: A Functional Perspective (P.J. Morrissey). Growth Factors and Bone (A.M. Delany and E. Canalis).... view more info and the price of this book.

Bridging Hippocrates and Huang Ti, Volume 1 - book by Marandola, P.;Musitelli, S.;Chen, Wei Li

DESCRIPTION: Western Medicine as seen today has a strong scientific basis in its development. The pathogenesis of most diseases and their symptomatology and physical signs are well studied and understood. The management of patients is based on firm understanding of these disease processes. In contra... view more info and the price of this book.