Genetic Aspects of type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is characterized by autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta-cells in genetically predisposed individuals, eventually resulting in severe insulin deficiency. It is the most common form of diabetes in children and adolescents. Genetic susceptibility plays a crucial ro...

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Main Authors: Hae Sang Lee, Jin Soon Hwang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Pediatric Endocrinology 2019-09-01
Series:Annals of Pediatric Endocrinology & Metabolism
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Online Access:http://e-apem.org/upload/pdf/apem-2019-24-3-143.pdf