Thyroid Diseases in Childhood

Recent Advances from Basic Science to Clinical Practice

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Internal Medicine, Endocrinology & Metabolism, Pediatrics
Cover of the book Thyroid Diseases in Childhood by , Springer International Publishing
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9783319192130
Publisher: Springer International Publishing Publication: July 10, 2015
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9783319192130
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Publication: July 10, 2015
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

This book covers the entire spectrum of thyroid diseases in childhood, focusing on the recent advances that have been achieved, from progress in basic science research through to novel or improved approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Introductory chapters discuss thyroid embryogenesis and the role of thyroid hormones in fetal development. The two contrasting forms of thyroid dysfunction, hypo- and hyperthyroidism, are then considered in depth, with particular attention to the molecular causes of congenital hypothyroidism. Among the other topics addressed are autoimmune thyroiditis, thyroid nodules, and pediatric neoplasms. The book concludes with an overview of promising therapeutic approaches, such as stem cell therapy. Each topic is treated by an eminent expert in the field, ensuring consistently high quality. Thyroid Diseases in Childhood will be an important source of information for endocrinologists, pediatricians, oncologists, and gynecologists, as well as other professionals interested in this topic.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This book covers the entire spectrum of thyroid diseases in childhood, focusing on the recent advances that have been achieved, from progress in basic science research through to novel or improved approaches to diagnosis and treatment. Introductory chapters discuss thyroid embryogenesis and the role of thyroid hormones in fetal development. The two contrasting forms of thyroid dysfunction, hypo- and hyperthyroidism, are then considered in depth, with particular attention to the molecular causes of congenital hypothyroidism. Among the other topics addressed are autoimmune thyroiditis, thyroid nodules, and pediatric neoplasms. The book concludes with an overview of promising therapeutic approaches, such as stem cell therapy. Each topic is treated by an eminent expert in the field, ensuring consistently high quality. Thyroid Diseases in Childhood will be an important source of information for endocrinologists, pediatricians, oncologists, and gynecologists, as well as other professionals interested in this topic.

More books from Springer International Publishing

Cover of the book Thinking about Higher Education by
Cover of the book Foundations of Hardware IP Protection by
Cover of the book City Networks by
Cover of the book Solvability, Regularity, and Optimal Control of Boundary Value Problems for PDEs by
Cover of the book Adaptive Resource Management and Scheduling for Cloud Computing by
Cover of the book Neurotrauma Management for the Severely Injured Polytrauma Patient by
Cover of the book The Pathology of Cardiac Transplantation by
Cover of the book Security and the Networked Society by
Cover of the book Networked Systems by
Cover of the book Palliative Care in Pediatric Oncology by
Cover of the book Economic Model Predictive Control by
Cover of the book Measuring Uncertainty within the Theory of Evidence by
Cover of the book Progress in the Chemistry of Organic Natural Products 102 by
Cover of the book Quantitative Ultrasound and Photoacoustic Imaging for the Assessment of Vascular Parameters by
Cover of the book Arnheim, Gestalt and Media by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy