Textbook of Type 2 Diabetes

Given the increase in the incidence of type 2 diabetes in an ever younger age group, type 2 diabetes will soon reach epidemic proportions. This text examines all aspects of type 2 diabetes.

Worldwide Demographics and Pathogenesis. Treatment Goals and Rationale: Non-pharmacological Management Considerations. Pharmaceutical Treatment Guidelines and Approaches. Insulin secretion enhancers: sulfonylureas and meglitinides. Metformin. Complications. Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome (and lactic acidosis). Special Situations. Obesity and Cardiovascular Syndromes in Patients with Diabetes. Special Considerations. Future Management Approaches. New devices and drugs on the horizon.