Williams Textbook of Endocrinology E-Book, 15th Edition
Now fully revised and updated, Williams Textbook of Endocrinology, 15th Edition, remains your go-to reference for authoritative content on the full spectrum of adult and pediatric endocrine system disorders. World-renowned authors and editors expertly bridge the gap between basic science and clinical information, keeping you up to date with recent advances in medications, therapies, clinical trials, and more. This essential reference is a must-have resource for endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, gynecologists, internists, pediatricians, and other clinicians who need current, comprehensive coverage of this multifaceted field.
Now fully revised and updated, Williams Textbook of Endocrinology, 15th Edition, remains your go-to reference for authoritative content on the full spectrum of adult and pediatric endocrine system disorders. World-renowned authors and editors expertly bridge the gap between basic science and clinical information, keeping you up to date with recent advances in medications, therapies, clinical trials, and more. This essential reference is a must-have resource for endocrinologists, endocrine surgeons, gynecologists, internists, pediatricians, and other clinicians who need current, comprehensive coverage of this multifaceted field.
Key Features
- Presents current information in a highly illustrated, user-friendly format for quick reference
- Includes new chapters on Skeletal Regulation of Metabolism, Digitized Approaches to Diabetes Therapeutics, and MODY and Atypical Diabetes
- Reflects updated approaches to transgender medicine as well as new coverage of viral infections, including COVID-19
- Covers hot topics such as personalized medicine; the latest methodologies and trends regarding cancer genomics, precision oncology, and cell biology; and updates in key areas such as adrenal dysfunction and diabetes
- Provides state-of-the-art coverage of diabetes, metabolic syndrome, metabolic bone disorders, obesity and thyroid disease, as well as pituitary, gonadal, and adrenal disorders, and much more—all designed to help you provide optimal care to every patient
- Features contributions from today’s thought leaders in endocrinology
- Contains a selected reading list and highlighted key references nominated by the editors
Author Information
| ISBN Number | 9780323933476 |
|---|---|
| Main Author | Edited by Shlomo Melmed, Richard J. Auchus, MD, PhD, Allison B. Goldfine, MD, Clifford J. Rosen, MD and Peter A. Kopp |
| Copyright Year | 2025 |
| Edition Number | 15 |
| Format | eBook |
| Trim | 216w x 276h (8.50" x 10.875") |
| Imprint | Elsevier |
| Page Count | 1772 |
| Publication Date | 3 Apr 2024 |
| Stock Status | IN STOCK |
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1. Principles of Endocrinology
2. Principles of Hormone Action
3. Genetics of Endocrinology
4. Laboratory Techniques for Recognition of Endocrine Disorders
Section II. Hypothalamus and Pituitary
5. Neuroendocrinology
6. Pituitary Physiology and Diagnostic Evaluation
7. Pituitary Adenomas and Masses
8. Posterior Pituitary
Section III. Thyroid
9. Thyroid Pathophysiology and Diagnostic Evaluation
10. Hyperthyroid Disorders
11. Hypothyroidism and Thyroiditis
12. Nontoxic Diffuse Goiter, Nodular Thyroid Disorders, and Thyroid Malignancies
Section IV. Adrenal Cortex and Endocrine Hypertension
13. The Adrenal Cortex
14. Endocrine Hypertension
Section V. Sexual Development and Function
15. Physiology and Pathology of the Female Reproductive Axis
16. Hormonal Contraception
17. Testicular Disorders
18. Sexual Function and Dysfunction
Section VI. Endocrinology and the Lifespan
A. Maternal-Fetal
19. Endocrine Changes in Pregnancy
20. Endocrinology of Fetal Development
B. Childhood
21. Differences of Sex Development
22. Normal and Aberrant Growth in Children
23. Physiology and Disorders of Puberty
24. Transgender Endocrinology
C. Adulthood
25. Hormones and Athletic Performance
26. Endocrine Function and Aging
Section VII. Mineral Metabolism
27. Hormones and Disorders of Mineral Metabolism
28. Endocrine Functions of Bone
29. Osteoporosis: Basic and Clinical Aspects
30. Rickets and Osteomalacia
31. Kidney Stones
Section VIII. Disorders of Carbohydrate and Fat Metabolism
32. Physiology of Insulin Secretion
33. Pathophysiology of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
34. Therapeutics of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
35. Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
36. Digitized Approaches to Diabetes Diagnostics and Therapeutics
37. Monogenic Diabetes
38. Complications of Diabetes Mellitus
39. Hypoglycemia
40. Obesity and Neuroendocrine Control of Energy Stores
41. Disorders of Lipoprotein Metabolism
Section IX. Polyendocrine and Neoplastic Disorders
42. Endocrine Neoplasia Syndromes
43. Neuroendocrine Tumors and Disorders
44. The Immunoendocrinopathy Syndromes
45. Endocrinology of Cancer Management and Survivorship
46. Endocrinology of HIV/AIDS
47. Acute and Chronic COVID-19 and the Endocrine System
48. Endocrine Disorders of Critical Illness
