Endocrinology: Modern Practical Nursing Series

by John C Small, Michael J Clarke-Williams

Overview

Endocrinology presents the study of the endocrine system, including a number of specialized organs found in the different areas of the body. The book enumerates the different endocrine glands of the endocrine system, and then details how each gland functions and the parts they play in the metabolism and normal function of the human body. The book also cited disorders of the endocrine system and their treatments. Physicians, nurses, pathologists, endocrinologists, and students of medicine will find this book a good reference.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781483141220
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	03/03/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	180
File size:	4 MB

Table of Contents

Introduction Chapter 1 Pituitary GlandChapter 2 Thyroid GlandChapter 3 Parathyroid GlandsChapter 4 PancreasChapter 5 Adrenal GlandsChapter 6 Sexual DevelopmentChapter 7 TestisChapter 8 OvaryChapter 9 BreastChapter 10 Oral ContraceptivesIllustrations Index