This edition is primarily intended as a high-level reference for diabetes and endocrinology departments, medical libraries, and specialists.
: Reviews from the late 1990s cautioned that while the book was a "terrific achievement," fast-moving fields like genetics and biochemistry would quickly advance beyond the printed text. International Textbook of Diabetes Mellitus, 2 ...
: Reviewers in Diabetologia and The European Journal of Medicine praised its "extraordinarily wide" scope, describing it as a "cornerstone in the field of diabetes". This edition is primarily intended as a high-level
: Despite its encyclopedic nature, sections are reported to be highly readable, aided by clear subdivisions and the generous use of color figures and diagrams for complex topics like retinal imaging. Content Additions (2nd Edition) : Despite its encyclopedic nature, sections are reported
The second edition introduced over 300 pages of new material, including:
The , published in 1997, is widely recognized by reviewers from Diabetic Medicine and PMC as a monumental and comprehensive reference work for clinicians and researchers. This two-volume set expanded significantly from the first edition, growing from 74 to 116 chapters to reflect then-new scientific advances. Key Reviewer Highlights