Publisher's Synopsis
The Comprehensive Guide to Hypoglycaemia in Clinical Diabetes!
Hypoglycaemia is the most common side–effect of treatment in diabetes, especially insulin therapy, and is the single most important limiting factor to achieving good glycaemic control. It has major physiological effects which can have adverse consequences in the individual with diabetes and is greatly feared by diabetic patients because of the potential morbidity, and the effects on everyday life including occupation, driving, sport and social activities.
Hypoglycaemia in Clinical Diabetes is structured to provide advice on:
∗ Frequency, causes and treatment
∗ Symptoms and effects on mental performance
∗ Special syndromes associated with hypoglycaemia
∗ Long–term effects
∗ Management of special groups (children, pregnant women)
This comprehensive yet practical volume will be indispensable to all health care professionals with an interest and involvement in diabetes, including clinicians, nurses and GPs.
