Diabetes in Old Age, 2nd Edition

by Alan J. Sinclair (Author), Paul Finucane (Author)

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  Hardcover
  2000

  $3.29

  Diabetes Mellitus is particularly prevalent among ageing populations; sixty percent of those who are diagnosed with the condition are aged over 60 years. Care for elderly people with diabetes has improved in recent years with new management strategies greatly enhancing patient care. This second edition of Diabetes in Old Age provides a comprehensive, practical source for those working with these patients, taking into account their special needs and requirements, and recommending ways to minimise the risk of complications and the resulting disability. Designed specifically to cater for the unique needs of elderly people with diabetes Offers practical advice to help health care workers cope with this large group of patients Is the definitive book on the subject

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  Paperback
  1995

  $3.87

  Designed to provide clinicians with basic practical information on the problems, care and management associated with this disease. Internationally renowned contributors present papers on diabetes in the elderly, covering such issues as epidemiology, etiology, diagnosis, therapy and complications.