Description
Book SynopsisPart of the recognised Clinical Focus Series, this book is a guide to the management of diabetes mellitus.
Beginning with discussion on the role of exercise and nutrition, the next chapters look at the characteristics of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
The following sections cover the management of long-term complications of diabetes including diabetic retinopathy, diabetic neuropathy, cardiovascular disease, diabetic nephropathy, hypoglycaemia, and more.
The final chapters discuss the role of bariatric surgery, and retaining and regaining pancreatic β-cells in the management of diabetes.
Up to date reviews of current practice recommendations for management of the disease and its complications are included.
Key points
- Guide to the management of diabetes mellitus covering various long-term complications
- Part of the recognised Clinical Focus Series
- Reviews current practice recommendations
- Internationally recognised editor team from Eastern Virginia Medical School, US
Table of Contents
- Exercise and Diabetes: Personal Prescriptions
- Medical Nutrition Therapy for Adults with Diabetes and Related Topics
- Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: Is a Cure in Sight?
- Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Pathophysiologic Approach
- Inpatient Management of Diabetes
- Clinical Pearls for the Management of Diabetes in Pregnancy
- Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease: Tackling the Problem
- Update on the Management of Diabetic Retinopathy
- Diabetic Neuropathy: Emphasis on Neuropathic Pain
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Hypoglycemia in Diabetes
- Bariatric Surgery and Its Role in the Management of Diabetes
- Retaining and Regaining Pancreatic β-Cells to Treat Diabetes
- Cells to Treat Diabetes
- Role of Non-physician Healthcare Providers in Diabetes Management
