Diabetes: Clinician's Desk Reference aims to provide a clear, concise and handy resource for everyday use by practising physicians.

The book explains the underlying pathophysiology of the disease, as well as covering in detail all its main forms and complications. Separate chapters consider the range of treatment options, together with summaries of key clinical trials. Coverage also includes epidemiology and classification, as well as diagnosis, screening, limiting risk, and other aspects of disease management and patient care. The book is illustrated throughout by explanatory diagrams, graphs, tables and photos.

Useful for physicians, nurses and allied health professionals with an interest in diabetes whether in primary care, in hospitals or in training.

As the series title implies each Clinician's Desk Reference will be a practical resource and a daily aid for physicians in the hospital setting and in primary care.



Contents
1.The nature of diabetes
2.The causes of diabetes
3.Type 1 diabetes
4.Type 2 diabetes

5.Diabetes screening and patient care

6.Diabetes and vascular disease

7.Diabetic neuropathy

8.Diabetic foot disease

9.Diabetic eye disease

10.Diabetic kidney disease

11.Severe diabetic metabolic disturbances

12.Long-term management of hyperglycemia

13.Oral therapies

14.Insulin therapy

15.Special management considerations
Glossary

Drug tables

Resources

Index

Abbreviations