Download or read book Pediatric Type II Diabetes written by Grace Kim and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2018-12-04 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.