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[Genetic causes of obesity].
Tidsskrift for den Norske laegeforening : tidsskrift for praktisk medicin, ny raekke - 17 Nov 2005
Wangensteen Teresia, Undlien Dag, Tonstad Serena, Retterstøl Lars
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Overweight and obesity represent an increasing health problem. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of obesity. This article summarises the genetic aspects of these conditions. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A literature search was conducted using PubMed and OMIM. Both original and review articles were included. RESULTS AND INTERPRETATION: The genetic influence on body weight is...
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