Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic Syndrome: From Mechanisms to Interventions covers all aspects of this complex and multifactorial disease, providing a cutting-edge understanding of the problem of MetS, with a particular focus on its prevention and clinical management. The book discusses practical implementable approaches to its reversal in clinical practice, encompassing the entire spectrum of MetS, from molecular understanding to clinical therapeutics and prevention. This book is a valuable resource for clinicians in multiple specialties, including endocrinologists, diabetologists, hepatologists, gynecologists and researchers in related fields who need a deep understanding of the full range of scientific and clinical aspects of metabolic syndrome. - Presents a holistic, preventative strategy involving each and every aspect of metabolic syndrome, from pathophysiologic to clinical management- Discusses recent research on the role of inflammation, adipokines and myokines in metabolic syndrome- Includes cutting-edge information on the impact of bariatric surgery and role of gut microbiota in MetS- Provides flowcharts and diagrams to simplify pathophysiologic aspects and their association between risk factors