This guideline provides recommendations for screening, diagnosis, and management of Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) in adults with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes (T2D). Key recommendations include using the Fibrosis-4 Index (FIB-4) score for risk stratification, emphasizing sustained weight reduction of at least 5% to 10%, and considering pioglitazone or subcutaneous semaglutide to improve glycemia and reduce liver fat content.
This diagnostic guide focuses on the technical aspects of diabetes testing, including the standardization and measurement procedures for key biomarkers such as HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin), glycated albumin, insulin, and C-peptide. It features contributions from recognized experts in clinical biochemistry and laboratory medicine.
A detailed analysis of the structure and function of the pancreas, focusing on the production and action of insulin and glucagon. The text differentiates between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM), explaining insulin resistance, beta-cell dysfunction and atrophy, and the development of acute complications like Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS) and osmotic diuresis.
A concise clinical guide presented in the popular 'Secrets' question-and-answer format, addressing top questions and essential information regarding the diagnosis and management of diabetes.
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Official treatment protocols covering routine newborn care, resuscitation, infection management (including HIV, syphilis, and tuberculosis), and the clinical management of common neonatal complications such as respiratory distress, jaundice, hypoglycemia, and perinatal hypoxia.
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Authors: Mel Borins
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In the United States alone, more than...
This book serves as an illustrated guide focusing on the technical art and scientific principles of contemporary periodontal surgery. It covers essential topics including case selection and planning, basic surgical techniques (flap design, incision, closure), surgical management of gingival overgrowth, access flaps for root surface debridement, and regenerative periodontal techniques.
This educational program, provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics, is a self-assessment and review tool covering core pediatric knowledge specifications over a five-year cycle. It is designed to promote lifelong learning and mastery of high-quality medical care through content related to core competencies and practice-based scenarios, including safety, communication, and professionalism.
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Saving lives through organ transplantation has become increasingly...
A comprehensive guide for strength and conditioning professionals detailing winning methods, program design, facility planning, foundational program building, core training, mobility, warm-ups, and explosive training techniques.
A comprehensive guide providing the technical foundations and detailed electrocardiologic knowledge necessary for the accurate interpretation and dynamic analysis of continuous ECG Holter recordings, specifically focusing on heart rhythm and arrhythmia diagnosis.
An essential textbook covering the core principles and concepts of Hematology and Clinical Pathology, intended for educational purposes for students and professionals.
