TY - BOOK AU - Degroot, Leslie J. (ed) AU - Jameson, J. Larry (ed) TI - Endocrinology: volume 1 SN - 9997636740(vol1) PY - 2006/// CY - Philadelphia PB - Elsevier Saunders KW - ENDOCRINE SYSTEM DISEASES N1 - Parts 1-8: Hormone action; Genomics and Endocrinology; Mechanisms of endocrine signaling and response; Neuroendocrinology and pituitary disease; Growth and maturation; Immunology and endocrinology; Obesity, anorexia and nutrition; Diabetes mellitus N2 - Hardback; Revised throughout, the 5th Edition of this leading reference presents a complete and up-to-date review and analysis of all aspects of endocrinology, diabetes, and bone metabolism. Readers will also find state-of-the-art information on genetics, proteinomics, and hormone signaling, and coverage of the fields hottest topics in nearly 20 new chapters. Joined by an international team of leading experts, many new to this edition, Drs. Jameson and DeGroot provide guidance that integrates the basic science of endocrinology with clinical medicine and the practical management of endocrine disorders. A clinical focus emphasizes diagnosis and therapy ER -