Irene N. Sills, Martin M. Fisher (EDT) AM:STARs Advances in the Treatment of Endocrine Disorders in Adolescents

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There are a series of endocrine disorders that can affect adolescents, some of which are related to growth and development and others that can occur at any age but may have specific implication for the adolescent age group. This issue provides a comprehensive update of endocrine issues seen in adolescents, with a focus on recent advances in diagnosis and treatment. Contents in Advances in the Treatment of Endocrine Disorders in Adolescents includeThyroid DisordersUpdate on Diabetes MelitusDisorders of Growth and PubertyBone Health in AdolescentsPolycystic Ovarian SyndromeAdrenal DisordersLipid DisordersEndocrine Disorders in PregnancyEndocrine Abnormalities in Patients with Eating DisordersTurner syndrome and Klinefelter SyndromeDisorders of Sex DevelopmentEndocrine Disorders in Adolescent Cancer Survivors