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[Pathogenesis of obesity].
Wiener medizinische Wochenschrift (1946) - 1 Jul 2004
Lechleitner Monika
Abstract excerpt
During the last years various studies have been able to offer an insight into the regulation of appetite, satiety and energy balance, as well as adipocyte differentiation and the role of adipose tissue as an endocrine organ. These mechanisms add new aspects to the pathogenesis of obesity, but also to the development of weight-reducing medications. Life-style factors, including reduced physical exercise and a high...
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