: 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.
: Chapters on the insulin resistance syndrome and the specific relationship between obesity and diabetes. International Textbook of Diabetes Mellitus, 2 ...
: 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) : Reviews from the late 1990s cautioned that
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 Content Additions (2nd Edition) The , published in
: Some reviewers noted that chapters which retained their original authors occasionally saw little change from the first edition, though most material was described as "vastly altered" or completely new.