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The role of low birthweight in the aetiology of type 2 diabetes.

Papua and New Guinea medical journal - 1 Jan 2000

Thorburn A W, Proietto J

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The aetiology of type 2 diabetes is still poorly understood. Although it is clear that obesity is a risk factor for the disease, obesity leads to diabetes only in susceptible individuals. Both genetic and environmental factors determine this susceptibility. This review describes the emerging evidence that low birthweight caused by malnutrition or a genetic predisposition increases the risk of type 2 diabetes.

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