11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 inhibitors for the treatment of type 2 diabetes.
IMPORTANCE OF THE FIELD: The prevalence of obesity and type 2 diabetes is rising and reaching pandemic proportions. For this reason, identification of novel therapeutic targets is urgently needed. AREAS COVERED IN THIS REVIEW: The endoluminal enzyme 11beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11beta...
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Language: | English |
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2010
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