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Methylation and expression of immune and inflammatory genes in the offspring of bariatric bypass surgery patients.
Journal of obesity - 1 Jan 2013
Guénard Frédéric, Tchernof André, Deshaies Yves, Cianflone Katherine, Kral John G, Marceau Picard, Vohl Marie-Claude
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BACKGROUND: Maternal obesity, excess weight gain and overnutrition during pregnancy increase risks of obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular disease in the offspring. Maternal biliopancreatic diversion is an effective treatment for severe obesity and is beneficial for offspring bor...
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