Hypothyroidism has been extensively examined in this book. Hypothyroidism is considered as a very complicated issue than just a simple prescription of levothyroxine tablet and requires significant attention of the clinicians, researchers and general masses. This book is intended for those people who wish to acquire more extensive information regarding the management of thyroid dysfunction in pregnancy, childhood, at birth or in subclinical stages. It serves as an efficient guide for those who wish to perform thyroid ultrasound in hypothyroid patients. The book consists of a collection of...

This book provides extensive information regarding the thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormone is necessary for controlling metabolism and several other body functions. Alterations in thyroid hormone physiology, its regulation and diseases pose a significant challenge for the humankind. Comprehension of thyroid hormones has continuously undergone updates and revisions. Authors from distinct specialties have contributed in this book. Its aim is to serve as a useful reference for furthering the knowledge on thyroid and help in establishing novel vistas of research.

Hyperparathyroidism is an abnormally high concentration of parathyroid hormone in the blood, resulting in weakening of the bones through loss of calcium. Many global organizations with varied specializations in hyperparathyroidism came together and this book was produced as a result of their teamwork. The book focuses on giving a general but detailed outlook of the primary/secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism, from the biological aspects to hyperparathyroidism in hemodialyzed patients and also, on advanced regime pathways, methods and operational synopsis. The book has been designed to...

Hypothyroidism is described as abnormally low activity of the thyroid gland, resulting in retardation of growth and mental development in children and adults. It is the most prevalent thyroid disorder. It can lead to a diverse amount of changes in women's menstrual periods, decrease their chances of conceiving, and affect both the course of pregnancy and the neuropsychological development of babies. Throughout pregnancy, there is a considerably increased requirement of thyroid hormones and a substantial risk that a previously unnoticed, subclinical or latent hypothyroidism will develop into...

In this book, information regarding the impacts as well as treatment of the disease of hypothyroidism has been provided. The disease hypothyroidism poses a much bigger challenge to mankind than estimated in studies and reports. It is the most prevalent thyroid disorder and many people remain affected by it without even being aware. The most common symptom of this disease is slow metabolism. This disorder's estimates in its subclinical manifestation vary from 3 to 8%, and it increases with age. It has been commonly observed that it affects women more than men with its rate as high as 10%....

This book primarily focuses on providing up-to-date information regarding thyroid and parathyroid diseases. This book has been compiled to meet the needs of those interested in obtaining information on basic, clinical, psychiatric and laboratory concepts. It also sheds light on surgical procedures associated with thyroid and parathyroid glands. It is an in-depth account dealing with various aspects of these diseases, detection and remedy, given the prominence that has been gained by ailments resulting from the excess or lack of secretions from the glands and due to the fact that thyroid...

This research-focused book presents integrated researches and information regarding the management of thyroid cancer. This book has been compiled to serve as an extensive source of information on the serious disease of thyroid cancer. It emphasizes on latest advances associated with the comprehension and management of this disease. It discusses a broad spectrum of topics including the functionality of p53 in thyroid cancer, the role of microarray technology in the research of this disease, examination and management of pediatric thyroid nodules, etc. It will appeal to a varied range of...