Lipocrinology: The Relationship between Lipids and Endocrine Function by Sanjay Kalra

Key Features

The novel concept of “Lipocrinology” adds a new dimension to the fields of both lipidology and endocrinology.

• Lipocrinology describes the relationship between lipid metabolism and endocrine function in health and disease.

• Section 1 explores the impact of endocrine function on lipid health and the clinical utility of lipid parameters in decision-making in endocrine disorders.

• Section 2 discusses the impact of adipose tissue and lipid metabolism on endocrine health, and the endocrine aspects of lipidology.

• Section 3 focuses on the lipotropic effects of hormone-based therapies in various endocrine disorders including diabetes and describes the endocrine effects of lipid-lowering drugs, including recently introduced PCSK-9 inhibitors.

• Written by experts in the field with wide clinical and research experience.

• The book is presented in an easy-to-read format.

• A must-read book for endocrinologists, lipidologists, cardiologists, internists, clinicians, and postgraduate students.