Thyroid Disorders (Fast Facts Series) (Paperback)

~ Gilbert H. Daniels (Author), Colin M. Dayan (Author)
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Product Description

Fast Facts: Thyroid Disorders is written by two leading experts of international standing who share a wealth of clinical and research experience. The book, which is comprehensively illustrated to make core clinical information easily accessible, is a concise and practical guide for all who manage patients with these common conditions.

Key features:

A concise guide to the recognition of thyroid disorders and the selection of appropriate thyroid function tests.

Provides expert advice on when to test, when to treat and when to refer, ensuring rapid initiation of appropriate therapy.

Highlights the particular challenges posed by thyroid disease during pregnancy.

Covers the management of thyroid eye conditions.

Sound, dependable advice for the healthcare team and patient in coping with these common conditions.

About the Author

Gilbert H. Daniels, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Co-Director of the Thyroid Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts.

Colin M. Dayan, MA, FRCP, PhD, is Head of Clinical Research at the Henry Wellcome Laboratory for Integrative Neuroscience and Endocrinology, University of Bristol, UK.

Product Details

• Paperback: 143 pages
• Publisher: Health Press (NM); 1 edition (December 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1903734657
• ISBN-13: 978-1903734650
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,921,514 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)