Pediatric Endocrinology
Pediatric Endocrinology: A Practical Clinical Guide, Fourth Edition delivers a thoroughly updated and clinically focused approach to the diagnosis and management of endocrine disorders in children and adolescents. Organized into seven thematic sections, the book covers growth, hypothalamic and pituitary disorders, adrenal and thyroid conditions, calcium and bone metabolism, reproductive endocrinology, metabolic syndromes, and endocrine emergencies. The fourth edition introduces new content on overgrowth syndromes, low bone density, sexual identity–related endocrine issues, mineralocorticoid disorders, endocrine hypertension, and critical endocrine emergencies. Each chapter presents key points, clinical features, diagnostic criteria, comprehensive therapy guidance, case examples, and multiple-choice review questions, making it an ideal resource for clinicians, trainees, and fellows.
Key Features:
- Fully revised fourth edition reflecting the latest evidence and clinical practices.
- Organized coverage of all major pediatric endocrine disorders and metabolic conditions.
- Includes new topics such as overgrowth syndromes, low bone density, sexual identity–related endocrine issues, and endocrine emergencies.
- Chapters provide key points, clinical features, diagnostic criteria, therapy guidance, case studies, and review questions.
- Designed for practicing endocrinologists, primary care physicians, residents, and fellows.