Infections in children with simple obesity: The relation to phagocytic function and serum leptin
Introduction: There is a possible association between obesity and infections. We sought to investigate phagocytic functions in obese children and their relation to serum leptin levels. Methods: A cross sectional, controlled study was conducted, comprising 40 cases with simple visceral-type obesity....
Main Authors: | Nadin N. Toaima, Rasha H. El-Owaidy, Dina L. Zaki, Lerine B. Eldin |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2019-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Infection and Public Health |
Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876034118301369 |
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