by Grace Kim (Author)

Traditionally considered an adult disorder, type 2 diabetes in children has been steadily increasing in the past several years. This easy-to-read reference presents a succinct overview of clinically-focused topics covering diagnosis, treatment, management, and complications of type 2 diabetes mellitus in pediatric patients. An ideal reference for both pediatric endocrinologists as well as pediatricians, it’s an excellent overview of this fast-changing and complex field.

• Covers clinical presentation, diagnostic criteria, screening, and other topics related to diagnosis.
• Discusses complications such as hypertension, retinopathy, depression, PCOS, fatty liver, and more.
• Includes information on medications, lifestyle interventions, and surgical treatment.
• Consolidates today’s available information and experience in this timely area into one convenient resource.