This book delivers comprehensive explanations of normal hormonal physiology during pregnancy and descriptions of the hormonal pathology associated with various endocrine disease states. In addition, it serves as a relevant and synoptic resource for the clinical management of endocrine disorders in pregnancy and the pre- and post-partum periods. Evaluation and management of endocrine disorders including but not limited to diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, and various endocrine tumors are included. It provides readers with a detailed overview in a compact and easy to read format. This book serves as essential reading for Endocrinology fellows and Obstetrics and Gynecology residents.

Key Features

• Explains normal physiology of pregnancy in addition to the physiology, evaluation, and management of endocrine diseases in pregnancy, and in the pre- and post-partum periods.
• Explores from a clinical standpoint with practical applications, useful for students, residents, fellows, mid-level providers, and practicing physicians.
• Discusses special considerations and emerging topics including pregnancy in transgender men, obesity and metabolism, and endocrine emergencies.

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