عنوان

Practical pediatric endocrinology in a limited resource setting /

(Number (ISBN

0124078222

(Number (ISBN

9780124078222

Number

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Title Proper

Practical pediatric endocrinology in a limited resource setting /

General Material Designation

[Book]

First Statement of Responsibility

edited by Margaret Zacharin

Edition Statement

1st ed

Place of Publication, Distribution, etc.

Boston :

Name of Publisher, Distributor, etc.

Elsevier Academic Press,

Date of Publication, Distribution, etc.

2013

Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item

xx, 393 p. :

Other Physical Details

ill. ;

Dimensions

24 cm

Text of Note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Text of Note

Key Features: Serves as a practical guide for the clinical management of paediatric endocrine problems; structured to provide a likely cascade of possible diagnoses in situations where resources are constrained, Includes clinical scenarios for use as both a teaching and a learning tool, and to assist the clinician towards a plan for practical diagnosis and management, Describes basic techniques and planning for clinical or basic research which will inform practice, allow innovation, and drive ongoing interest, Informs clinicians about the basic techniques of molecular biology, in order to better understand and assess current literature, Practical Pediatric Endocrinology in a Limited Resource Setting is an accessible and useful resource for pediatricians and other health care workers, aiming to provide clear diagnostic outlines and management strategies. Many experienced endocrinologists around the world have contributed to this book, several of whom have traveled and taught widely in the developing world. This book is intended to provide brief, up-to-date background information for endocrine conditions with an emphasis on diagnostic possibilities, practical low cost investigations and treatment where indicated. A guide on how to access more sophisticated technologies where needed, is also provided. Book jacket

Endocrine glands-- Diseases

Pediatric endocrinology

Child

Child, Preschool

Endocrine Glands

Endocrinology

Infant

Pediatrics

Date of Transaction

20130619091713.0

Electronic name

[Book]

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