The revised edition presents an ontological foundation for ethics, politics, and law, enriching the discussion with new concepts and insights from additional thinkers. Belfiore's work aims to reinterpret the perspectives of various philosophers, offering a fresh lens through which to understand these critical areas of thought.
Examining the nature of human society, the author delves into the justification of democracy, critiquing its tendency to prioritize quantity over quality. By contrasting his perspectives with those of various thinkers, the book offers a comprehensive analysis that enhances the reader's understanding of democratic systems. It serves as a valuable resource for those seeking deeper insights into the complexities of democracy and societal structures.
The book offers a comprehensive philosophical system aimed at restoring a 'new-classical' perspective, contrasting with contemporary philosophical trends that often concentrate on narrow areas of study. Francesco Belfiore's work seeks to provide foundational certainties, presenting an original approach that stands apart from recent literature, which tends to fragment into specialized topics. This unique endeavor invites readers to engage with a holistic philosophical framework.
Focusing on a philosophical framework, this book presents innovative solutions across ontology, knowledge, ethics, and politics. The second edition expands on the original content with deeper explorations of key topics, introduces new concepts, and incorporates insights from additional thinkers, enriching the discourse and providing a comprehensive understanding of the mind's triadic structure.
Diabetes mellitus and its complications are conditions of growing importance from both the clinical and epidemiological standpoint. Diabetes has life-threatening complications affecting several organs and systems, with increased risk for ocular, renal, cardiac, cerebral, nervous and peripheral vascular disease. In many developed countries and in special ethnic groups diabetes causes premature disability and mortality. It is, therefore, mandatory for both the specialist and the practitioner to be acquainted with the pathophysiological mechanisms, clinical manifestations and, above all, therapy of diabetes mellitus. Recent data showing that control of hyperglycemia may prevent the onset or slow down the progression of complications point to the importance of appropriate and efficacious treatment. Indeed, the aim of this book is to serve as a tool for physicians, giving the latest diagnostic aspects and pathophysiological mechanisms, to enable a better understanding of the various facets of modern diabetes management. Presented in a clear and easy-to-read form this book will be useful to all physicians interested in the management of diabetic patients by providing them with a simple yet updated source of information on the new concepts in diabetes and its treatment.
The present volume summarizes current research on type 2 diabetes, its etiology, pathogenesis and long-term vascular and neurological consequences, with special emphasis on molecular and biochemical mechanisms. Alterations in insulin secretion are comprehensively treated, focusing on the role of glucokinase as glucose sensor. Moreover, insulin action is analyzed with regard to both nonoxidative glucose utilization and glucose oxidation. Concerning the complications in chronic diabetes, topics covered include the effects of high glucose concentration on cellular and endothelial functions and on the glucose phosphorylation rate in non-insulin-sensitive tissues. Furthermore, the role of oxidative stress and advanced glycation end products as well as the significance of alterations in lipoprotein structure are considered. Finally, the pericyte loss in retinopathy and microalbuminuria as related to cardiovascular risk are discussed. Taken as a whole, the contributions included in this book represent a large body of information that will be of great interest to diabetologists, endocrinologists and internists interested in both the basic and clinical aspects of diabetes and its complications.
Features up-to-date reviews of the most advanced clinical methods currently being used to evaluate the metabolic and biological alterations accompanying diabetic disease. Additionally, the volume analyzes the complex plurimetabolic syndrome, commonly known as syndrome X.
The extreme pathophysiological and clinical heterogeneity of obesity continues to challenge researchers and clinicians. This is a survey of recent views on the pathogenesis and clinical aspects of obesity and allied disorders. The contributors deal with the many facets of obesity including the morphology, development and metabolism of adipose tissue, the role played by genetic and environmental factors, and the associated neuroendocrine and metabolic alterations. Further papers consider the relationships between obesity and such disorders as diabetes, hyperlipidemias and hypertension, while others discuss the role of both diet and new pharmacological agents in the treatment of obesity.