Hypoglycaemia in Clinical Diabetes, Second Edition [#441577]

Hypoglycaemia in Clinical Diabetes, Second Edition By
2007 | 349 Pages | ISBN: 0470018445 | PDF | 9 MB
Hypoglycaemia, leading to confusion and impaired consciousness, is one of the most feared complications of diabetes.Hypoglycaemia in Clinical Diabetes, Second Edition explains the situations in which it arises and how to manage patients to minimize its occurrence. Fully revised and updated, the Second Edition of this practical book addresses all aspects of the clinical management of hypoglycaemia. Features new chapters on hypoglycaemia in Type 2 diabetes, the elderly and nocturnal occurrence, as well as prevention and blood glucose monitoring for detection of hypoglycaemia Edited by two diabetologists with strong international reputations who have made significant contributions to our understanding of hypoglycaemia Hypoglycaemia in Clinical Diabetes, Second Edition is an invaluable reference source for professionals caring for people with diabetes. The book is relevant for all clinicians who treat type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Praise for the First Edition:"I can strongly recommend this excellent book to all clinicians managing care for diabetic persons in everyday practice...." DIABETOLOGIA "...is extremely comprehensive, well written... highly recommended for those practising clinical diabetes." BRITISH JOURNAL OF CARDIOLOGY "A fascinating book; essential reading for those who feel they need a greater understanding of the subject." DIETETICS TODAYContent: Chapter 1 Normal Glucose Metabolism and Responses to Hypoglycaemia (pages 1-24): Ian A. Macdonald and Dr. Paromita KingChapter 2 Symptoms of Hypoglycaemia and Effects on Mental Performance and Emotions (pages 25-48): Ian J. DearyChapter 3 Frequency, Causes and Risk Factors for Hypoglycaemia in Type 1 Diabetes (pages 49-81): Dr. Mark W. J. StrachanChapter 4 Nocturnal Hypoglycaemia (pages 83-99): Simon R. HellerChapter 5 Moderators, Monitoring and Management of Hypoglycaemia (pages 101-120): Dr. Tristan Richardson and Dr. David KerrChapter 6 Counterregulatory Deficiencies in Diabetes (pages 121-140): Dr. David Kerr and Dr. Tristan RichardsonChapter 7 Impaired Awareness of Hypoglycaemia (pages 141-170): Brian M. FrierChapter 8 Risks of Strict Glycaemic Control (pages 171-189): Stephanie A. AmielChapter 9 Hypoglycaemia in Children with Diabetes (pages 191-215): Dr. Krystyna A. MatykaChapter 10 Hypoglycaemia in Pregnancy (pages 217-237): Dr. Ann E. Gold and Dr. Donald W. M. PearsonChapter 11 Hypoglycaemia in Type 2 Diabetes and in Elderly People (pages 239-264): Dr. Nicola N. Zammitt and Brian M. FrierChapter 12 Mortality, Cardiovascular Morbidity and Possible Effects of Hypoglycaemia on Diabetic Complications (pages 265-283): Dr. Miles Fisher and Simon R. HellerChapter 13 Long?Term Effects of Hypoglycaemia on Cognitive Function and the Brain in Diabetes (pages 285-307): Dr. Petros Perros and Ian J. DearyChapter 14 Living with Hypoglycaemia (pages 309-332): Brian M. Frier