Reduced 11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 activity in obese boys.
OBJECTIVE: The incidence of childhood obesity and type 2 diabetes has reached epidemic proportions. Glucocorticoid excess causes central obesity and diabetes mellitus as seen in Cushing's syndrome. The 11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 enzyme (11beta-HSD1) regenerates active cortisol...
Main Authors: | Wiegand, S, Richardt, A, Remer, T, Wudy, SA, Tomlinson, J, Hughes, B, Grüters, A, Stewart, P, Strasburger, C, Quinkler, M |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
2007
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