The Endocrine System – Disorders of the Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland (2024) Eric I. Felner

Description

Analysis of the anatomy, vascular supply, and function of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. It details the unique portal circulation, the differentiation and roles of anterior pituitary cell types (producing six peptide hormones), and the regulatory feedback mechanisms that designate the pituitary as the ‘master gland’ of the hormonal system.