Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

A Comprehensive Guide

Häftad, Engelska, 2017

AvPeter C. Hindmarsh,Kathy Geertsma,UK) Hindmarsh, Peter C. (Professor of Pediatric Endocrinology and Divisional Clinical Director for Pediatrics and Adolescents, UCLH, Developmental Endocrinology Research Group, University College London,UK) Geertsma, Kathy (Chair CAHISUS Support and Information Group, London

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Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia: A Comprehensive Guide addresses how hydrocortisone works, what can go wrong, and how to correct it, also explaining why the timing of doses and measurement of cortisol from a dose is extremely important.

The book provides an in-depth analysis of this disorder for pediatric endocrinologists and primary care providers, allowing them to help patients with an updated model of care and appropriate treatment.

Patients and family members will benefit from the trend-forward information that will empower them to approach their healthcare providers with the expectation of receiving individualized care and treatment for this disorder.

Outlines the basics of congenital adrenal hyperplasia and its interrelation with hormones and bodily functions
Presents the known cognitive and emotional aspects of the disease
Reviews multidisciplinary management as well as post-treatment management of the disease

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2017-05-05
Mått191 x 235 x 31 mm
Vikt1 000 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor504
FörlagElsevier Science
ISBN9780128114834

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Peter Hindmarsh is a Professor of Pediatric Endocrinology in London, United Kingdom. He has published extensively on cortisol physiology and pharmacology and how these impact on replacement therapies for adrenal insufficiency. He is interested in better delivery of treatment in a more physiological manner as exemplified by the delivery of hydrocortisone using pump therapy to mimic the circadian rhythm.As the parent of a young adult with Salt Wasting Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Kathy Geertsma became chair of a Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia Patient, Parent and Carer Information and Support Group known as CAHISUS. She has extensive contact with patients, parents, and carers from all over the world who struggle with confirming the cause for adrenal insufficiency and getting access to proper treatment. As a result, she offers a unique perspective about how practitioners can better serve the needs of their patients.

Section One: Congenital adrenal hyperplasia—introduction1. Physiology of the Adrenal Glands: How Does It Work?2. How Males and Females Develop3. Genetics of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia4. Common Forms of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia5. Other Blocks in the Pathway Causing Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia6. Growth7. Puberty8. Biochemical Tests Used for DiagnosisSection Two: When things go wrong in congenital adrenal hyperplasia9. Monitoring Long Term Outcomes10. Growth11. When Things Go Wrong With Puberty12. When Things Go Wrong—Weight, Diabetes and Hypertension13. When Things Go Wrong—Bone Density and Osteoporosis14. Fertility15. Sleep and Mood Alterations16. Abdominal, Skin and Other ProblemsSection Three: Treatment for congenital adrenal hyperplasia17. History of Steroid Development18. Glucocorticoid Treatment19. Glucose and Cortisol20. Hydrocortisone21. Dosing and the Circadian Rhythm22. Cortisol and 17-Hydroxyprogesterone23. Using Profiles to Assess Cortisol Replacement24. Monitoring Hydrocortisone Therapy25. Other Hormones and Their Roles26. Missing a Dose of Hydrocortisone27. Intravenous, Intramuscular and Other Forms of Hydrocortisone28. The Pump Method for Achieving a Normal Circadian Cortisol Replacement29. Stress Dosing for Sick Days, Surgery, Exams and Exercise30. Practical Information Emergency Kit and School Information31. Other Treatments for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia—Prednisolone, Dexamethasone and Adrenalectomy32. Fludrocortisone 9 Alpha-Fludrocortisone33. Travel and Time Zones34. Thinking Through Blood Results–A Quiz35. Discussing the Emotional Aspects of Living With Congenital Adrenal HyperplasiaAppendix 1. Converting System International (SI) Blood Measures Into North American Values or Conventional UnitsAppendix 2. List of Abbreviations