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Author:   Evanthia Diamanti-Kandarakis ,  John E. Nestler ,  Dimitrios Panidis ,  Renato Pasquali
Publisher:   Humana Press Inc.
Imprint:   Humana Press Inc.
Edition:   2007 ed.
Dimensions:   Width: 19.30cm , Height: 3.30cm , Length: 26.00cm
Weight:   1.236kg
ISBN:  

9781588297631

ISBN 10:   1588297632
Pages:   475
Publication Date:   06 June 2007
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Evaluation for Insulin Resistance and Comorbidities Related to Insulin Resistance in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Fat Distribution and Adipose Products in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Treatment of Infertility in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Imaging Studies in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Genes Related to Metabolic Abnormalities or Insulin Resistance in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Anti-Androgens.- Lipid Abnormalities in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Serine Phosphorylation, Insulin Resistance, and the Regulation of Androgen Synthesis.- Chronic Treatment of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Insulin-Sensitizing Drugs for the Treatment of Infertility in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Diet and Lifestyle Factors in the Etiology and Management of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Adrenarche.- Cardiovascular Disease and Inflammation.- Surgery and Laser Diathermy.- Late Pregnancy Complications in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Glucose Intolerance.- Hormonal and Biochemical Evaluation of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Endometrial Carcinoma in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Statins, Oxidative Stress, and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Glucose Intolerance in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Anovulation in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- “Secondary” Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Long-Term Sequelae of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- The Insulin Resistance of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Therapeutic Aspects of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Adolescence.- Lifestyle Intervention in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome.- Involvement of the Endocannabinoid System in Metabolism and Fertility.- Insulin Resistance.- Clinical Evaluation of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.- Pharmaceutical Intervention in Metabolic and Cardiovascular risk Factors in Polycystic OvarySyndrome.- Insulin Resistance and Early Pregnancy Loss in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.

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From the reviews: <p> This volume provides an up to date comprehensive review on various aspects of the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a more and more diagnosed disorder also in adolescent girls. It is divided into 6 parts a ] . A well written and informative text. (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol. 5 (3), 2008) <p> This is an overview of the association between insulin resistance and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with a special focus on pathogenesis, evaluation, and treatment. The book also focuses on the other metabolic and fertility issues occurring in PCOS. a ] Although it can be used by students and residents, it is written primarily for practitioners whose focus is either in endocrinology or obstetrics/gynecology. a ] The book is useful and the information is current and relevant. (Monica Mortensen, Doodya (TM)s Review Service, August, 2007)

From the reviews: This volume provides an up to date comprehensive review on various aspects of the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a more and more diagnosed disorder also in adolescent girls. It is divided into 6 parts ! . A well written and informative text. (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol. 5 (3), 2008) This is an overview of the association between insulin resistance and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with a special focus on pathogenesis, evaluation, and treatment. The book also focuses on the other metabolic and fertility issues occurring in PCOS. ! Although it can be used by students and residents, it is written primarily for practitioners whose focus is either in endocrinology or obstetrics/gynecology. ! The book is useful and the information is current and relevant. (Monica Mortensen, Doody's Review Service, August, 2007)

From the reviews: This volume provides an up to date comprehensive review on various aspects of the polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a more and more diagnosed disorder also in adolescent girls. It is divided into 6 parts ... . A well written and informative text. (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol. 5 (3), 2008) This is an overview of the association between insulin resistance and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) with a special focus on pathogenesis, evaluation, and treatment. The book also focuses on the other metabolic and fertility issues occurring in PCOS. ... Although it can be used by students and residents, it is written primarily for practitioners whose focus is either in endocrinology or obstetrics/gynecology. ... The book is useful and the information is current and relevant. (Monica Mortensen, Doody's Review Service, August, 2007)

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