Laron Syndrome covers the relationship between GH and IGFI and their phenotypic effects. These effects can generally be separated into growth and metabolic defects. In this unique book, the authors illustrate and demonstrate the interesting results of the short and long-term effects of the mutation and give valuable treatment advice. This book is a helpful resource for pediatricians, endocrinologists and internists as well as researcher in the field of genetics and biology.

From the Contents: Part I - Laron Syndrome in Man

Clinical Aspects
History of the Israeli Cohort of Laron Syndrome Patients
Early Investigations
Clinical Evidence of Growth Hormone Resistance in Patients with Laron Syndrome
Diagnosis of Laron Syndrome
Genetic Aspects
Clinical Evaluation
Perinatal Evaluation
Perinatal Development in Laron Syndrome
Linear Growth Pattern of Untreated Laron Syndrome Patients
Head Shape, Size and Growth of Untreated Patients with Laron Syndrome
Sexual Development in Patients with Laron Syndrome
etc.