Androgen Excess Disorders in Women

By Didier Dewailly and M.D. Dewailly Editor-Ricardo Azziz; Editor-John E. Nestler; Editor-Didier

Book Overview

A thoroughly revised and comprehensive edition of a highly praised classic, Androgen Excess Disorders in Women covers the growing importance of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) as the most prevalent androgen excess disorder in women. This volume addresses the latest research findings on the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, genetics, and consequences of androgen excess disorders in women, including PCOS, non-classic adrenal hyperplasia, androgen-secreting tumors, severe insulin-resistant hyperandrogenic syndromes, and rarer causes of androgens excess and hirsutism.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 161737704X
• ISBN13: 9781617377044
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Humana
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.0" x 10.0"