Pancreatic fat deposition is increased and related to beta-cell function in women with familial partial lipodystrophy

Pancreatic fat deposition is increased and related to beta-cell function in women with familial partial lipodystrophy

Abstract Background To study pancreatic fat deposition and beta-cell function in familial partial lipodystrophy (FPLD) patients. Methods In a cross-sectional study, eleven patients with FPLD, and eight healthy volunteers were matched for age and body mass index and studied at a referral center. Body...

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Main Authors: Amelio F. Godoy-Matos, Cynthia M. Valerio, Rodrigo O. Moreira, Denise P. Momesso, Leonardo K. Bittencourt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-09-01
Series:Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome
Subjects:
Lipodystrophy
Pancreas
Ectopic fat
Beta cell function
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13098-018-0375-9

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