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Hepatic Steatosis: Clinical Risk Factors, Molecular Mechanisms and Treatment Outcomes

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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In the last few years, human metabolic disorders have become some of the most prevalent and prejudicial diseases worldwide. Hepatic steatosis, among many health problems, has several risk factors related to the disease prognosis such as obesity, nutritional problems, diabetes, hypertension, hyperuricemia and even sleep apnea. Alcohol abuse also can lead to a severe liver-steatosis…
Adiponectin and Macrophage

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Adipose tissue secretes various bioactive soluble mediator called adipokines. In excess adipose tissue, increase of total amount of proinflammatory adipokines, such as TNF-Ã¡ and IL-6 are observed, indicating that obesity is associated with a state of low-grade, chronic inflammation. Adiponectin, however, mature adipocyte-derived peptide, shows negative correlation with body mass index and decreases its plasma…
Glucocorticoid-induced Osteoporosis: Fractures and Bone Remodeling in Patients with Endogenous Cushing’s Syndrome

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This work is primarily focused on data related to the characteristics, pathogenesis and treatment of bone complications in patients with endogenous Cushing’s syndrome of different etiology. The chapter is based on the retrospective and prospective data of patients with active Cushing’s syndrome as well as on literature review. Special attention is paid to discussing pregnancy…
Endocrine Emergencies, Endocrinology in Intensive Care and Preoperative Care

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Descriptions of endocrinology will change in the years to come. Endocrinology is not only concerned about the diseases of the known endocrine organs. We know now organs that were not previously recognized as endocrine organs such as the heart and skin are in fact endocrine organs. Endocrinology is a science of knowledge transfer in the…
Quality of Life in Endocrine Diseases

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Metabolic Disorders, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Studies have shown that low quality of life is a risk factor for increased hospitalization, diminished adherence to treatment, and increased morbidity and mortality. Recently, quality of life has been an area of interest in endocrinology. Studies have demonstrated that it is reduced in disturbances such as diabetes mellitus, obesity, thyroid diseases, Cushing’s Disease, and…
Thyroid Nodules: Risk Factors, Diagnosis and Management

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Thyroid Disorders, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Thyroid nodules are commonly diagnosed in adults, although they are rare in children affecting only 1% – 2% of this population. Since the late 1960’s, ultrasound (US) has become essential in the examination of the thyroid gland as a non-invasive, rapid and easily reproducible imaging study. This book provides the reader with a framework from…
Handbook of Diabetes for General Practitioners

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Diabetes is a prevalent disorder throughout the world; it has become a universal topic for conversation superseding topics like heart disease or cancer. Self-care and taking responsibility for the illness are integrally important in diabetes so that the patient stays healthy and complications do not develop. Self-care consists of the following: a prescribed diabetes diet,…
Obesity and Syndrome X: A Global Public Health Burden

Public Health in the 21st Century, Upcoming Publications, Metabolic Disorders
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Obesity is a major risk for both cardiovascular disease (CVD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Obesity has reached epidemic proportions globally, and evidence suggests that the situation is likely to get worse in both developed and developing countries. It is considered to be a predisposing factor for several chronic diseases which include CVD, ischemic…
Impaired Glucose Tolerance and Insulin Resistance: Risk Factors, Management and Health Implications

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The prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) has been increasing worldwide, and it is becoming a public health concern. In this book, the pathophysiological risk factors of progression from normoglycemia to prediabetes and the lifestyle modifications and pharmacological interventions for preventing or delaying the development of glucose intolerance is examined. Furthermore, the insulin signaling…
Endocrine Diseases: Risk Factors, Diagnosis and Management

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The human body’s endocrine system includes eight major glands, which make hormones and travel through the bloodstream to tissues or organs. In this book, the authors’ focus on the risk factors, genetics, diagnosis and management of gynecomastia (a benign condition characterized by enlargement of the male breast) and addresses the puzzling controversies surrounding menopausal hormone…
Pituitary Adenoma: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Pituitary adenomas are benign neoplasms that are associated with a variety of endocrinological disorders, which in turn cause substantial difficulties not only in the physical health of the affected individuals, but also in their psychosocial state. Consequently, the imperative need for a prompt and accurate diagnosis of this tumor mobilizes investigators to concentrate and carry…
Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals: Occurrence, Exposures and Health Risks

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Wide variety of pesticides and other synthetic chemicals may disrupt the normal function of the endocrine system, cause alteration and also attack the immune system of humans and wildlife at very low concentration levels. Chapter One of this book provides an overview of analytical methods, including sample preparation steps, chromatographic separation and detection of endocrine…
Acute Pancreatitis: Health Effects, Clinical Aspects and Emerging Therapies

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Digestive Diseases - Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Acute pancreatitis (AP) is the inflammatory process secondary to damage of the pancreatic acinar cells. AP is one of the most common diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, leading to significant emotional, physical, and financial burden for society. The diagnosis of acute pancreatitis is often established by clinical symptoms and laboratory testing. Chapter One of this…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Clinical Aspects, Potential Complications and Dietary Management

Obstetrics and Gynecology Advances, Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is known as a common gynaecologic and endocrinology disease with multiple short and long-term consequences. It is one of the most common causes for hyperandrogenism and anovulation (therefore hirsutism, acne, menstrual dysfunction and infertility); increases the risk for metabolic syndrome, Type 2 diabetes and, still debated, cardiovascular disease. It represents a…
Amyloidosis: Risk Factors, Treatment Options and Clinical Aspects

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Amyloidosis is a result of the abnormal deposition of ‘amyloid’ resulting in the disruption of organ and tissue function, which can be localized or systemic, with the kidney being most frequently affected. This book discusses the risk factors, treatment options and clinical aspects of amyloidosis. Chapter One explores amyloid cardiomyopathy. Chapter Two summarizes current investigations…
Diabetes Mellitus: A Medical History Journey

Diabetes, Public Health: Practices, Methods and Policies, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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It is estimated that 86 million adult Americans have prediabetes and with that, a risk of developing T2DM (type 2 diabetes) within one in ten patients. About 29 million people have actual diabetes, most with T2DM. It was estimated in 2012 that about 208,000 people under the age of 20 have diabetes in the United…
Progesterone: Functions, Uses and Research Insights

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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This book provides an overview of the functions, uses and research insights of the progesterone hormone. Chapter One focuses on the effects of progesterone on B cells and antibody secretion. Chapter Two describes and summarizes the role of progesterone in targeting cell malignancy and recent treatments interfering in its proliferation. Chapter Three studies in vitro…
Thyroid Nodules and Cancer: A Simplified Case-Oriented Approach

Oncology, Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Cancer Etiology, Diagnosis and Treatments, Thyroid Disorders, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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This practical guide to the management of thyroid nodules and cancer offers the practitioner a common-sense approach to the management of an increasingly common clinical problem. Thyroid cancer is the most rapidly increasing cancer diagnosis in the United States and is now the fifth most common cancer among women. Indeed, an estimated 65,000 adults (15,000…
Gestational Diabetes: Risk Factors, Management and Outcomes

Diabetes, Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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The prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is increasing among women worldwide. Gestational diabetes mellitus is defined as abnormal glucose metabolism that initially occurs, or is first recognized, during pregnancy. Early diagnosis of GDM minimizes the exposure of the developing fetus to suboptimal conditions and prevents perinatal complications. This book discusses the risk factors GDM…
Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Aspects, Management Options and Health Effects

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Metabolic Disorders, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Metabolic syndrome is a clustering of cardio-metabolic risk factors that include obesity, insulin resistance, hypertension and dyslipidemia. These risk factors also contribute to cellular dysfunction and redox imbalance that enhance the progression of a pro-oxidative environment leading to damaged biomolecules, which are highly reactive in nature and can promote cell and tissue dysfunction leading to…
Case Discussions in Endocrinology

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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Endocrinology and metabolic diseases involve very common diseases like diabetes, obesity, polycystic ovary syndrome, hypertension and thyroid disorders. Endocrinology diseases especially adrenal, pituitary, thyroid, gonadal, and metabolic-related diseases require clinical experience, expertise and collaboration with other departments, and are so important for evaluating endocrine diseases. Expertise can only be gained by different case evaluations. Endocrinologists…
Thyroid Nodules and Cancer: A Simplified Case Oriented Approach (Enhanced Edition)

Oncology, Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Cancer Etiology, Diagnosis and Treatments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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This practical guide to the management of thyroid nodules and cancer offers the practitioner a common-sense approach to the management of an increasingly common clinical problem. Thyroid cancer is the most rapidly increasing cancer diagnosis in the United States and is now the fifth most common cancer among women. Indeed, an estimated 65,000 adults (15,000…
Pineal Gland: Research Advances and Clinical Challenges

Endocrinology Research and Clinical Developments, Endocrinology, Medicine and Health
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This book presents an overview of the research advances and clinical challenges of the pineal gland. The topics analyzed cover a broad spectrum of functions played by the pineal gland and present new information in this area of research. These topics include: the physiology and pathology of skeletal and cardiac muscles; the beneficial actions of…
Cystic Tumors of the Pancreas

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Cystic tumors of the pancreas today are diagnosed more frequently in clinical practice, mainly due to an increased use of the modern advanced imaging modalities. Bland cysts of the pancreas most often develop after chronic or acute inflammation of the pancreas. However, the current knowledge concerning the development of cystic neoplasias of the pancreas is…

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