Autoimmune Endocrinopathies

Autoimmune Endocrinopathies by Robert Volpé, published by Humana Press on June 4, 1999, is a comprehensive examination of autoimmune endocrine disorders. This edition spans 433 pages and is presented in English, offering insights into the theoretical, experimental, and clinical aspects of these complex diseases. Dr. Volpé and his contributors delve into the pathogenesis and immunogenetics, as well as the role of sex hormones in autoimmunity, providing a thorough overview of various conditions such as autoimmune thyroid disease and insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.

Readers will find detailed discussions on a range of autoimmune endocrinopathies, including Graves’ ophthalmopathy and postpartum autoimmune endocrine syndromes. The book elucidates the nature of autoantigens and explores clinical details of autoimmune hypophysitis and polyglandular autoimmune syndromes. Autoimmune Endocrinopathies serves as an authoritative resource for understanding the etiology and pathogenesis of these disorders, making it a valuable addition to the field of clinical medicine and immunology.