Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases (5 Volume Set)

Comprising over 420 chapters, the Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases, 3rd ed. spans across 5 volumes, organized into thematic sections:

General Principles
Diabetes Mellitus
Lipids and Metabolism
Gastrointestinal Hormones
Endocrinology of Aging
Neuroendocrinology
Pituitary Gland
Female Reproduction
Male Reproduction
Thyroid Gland
Calcium and Bone
Pediatric Endocrinology
Adrenal Cortex, Adrenal Medulla, and Hypertension
General Principles
Lipid Metabolism and Atherosclerosis/Obesity
Male Reproduction
Neuroendocrinology
Paediatric Endocrinology
Pituitary Gland
Thyroid Gland

Description

The Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases, Third Edition, Five Volume Set is an essential one-stop reference exploring the physiological, clinical diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects of a wide range of endocrine and endocrine-related metabolic diseases. This edition incorporates groundbreaking research from the last eight years, particularly in molecular mechanisms such as genetic mutations, epigenetics, and signaling pathways, as well as environmental effects on homeostasis and the pathogenesis of common endocrine disorders including endocrine malignancies, obesity, and diabetes.

As one of the most complex regulatory systems in the human body, the endocrine system communicates through chemical signals that act on specific receptors, triggering intracellular signaling pathways. It plays a crucial role in regulating metabolism, biological rhythms, fluid balance, reproduction, and growth to maintain homeostasis. When endocrine function becomes dysregulated, the resulting disorders can be highly diverse and complex. With more than 420 updated articles, this five-volume edition provides comprehensive coverage of endocrine and metabolic diseases, incorporating advances in diagnostic techniques, therapeutic strategies, and mechanistic understanding.

Distinguished by its breadth of coverage and clear, accessible layout, this encyclopedia is an indispensable resource for clinicians and researchers in endocrinology, while remaining accessible to advanced undergraduate and graduate students.

Key features:

• Provides concise and authoritative descriptions of the physiology and pathology of endocrine and metabolic functions.
• Supports students, interdisciplinary researchers, and industrial scientists seeking to relate their work to endocrine and metabolic processes.
• Incorporates expert perspectives from biomedicine fields such as physiology, pharmacology, immunology, and genetics, as well as clinical disciplines including pediatrics, metabolism, gynecology, geriatrics, and neurology.
• Features extensive cross-referencing of related articles and includes high-quality X-ray, histological, and diagrammatic images.
• Articles follow a clear, consistent template designed for effective online use and multimedia integration.