Abstract
During the last few years, studies of the molecular pathogenesis of obesity both in mouse models and in the rare cases of monogenic obesity in humans have added significantly to our understanding of the key role of the hypothalamus in mediating hunger and satiety. These insights have brought us closer to the development of rational therapies of obesity, the epidemic of which is continuing in the post-industrial society, which is characterised by sedentary behaviour patterns.
Translated title of the contribution | Molecular pathogenesis in monogenic and polygenic obesity |
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Original language | Danish |
Journal | Ugeskrift for Laeger |
Volume | 168 |
Issue number | 2 |
Pages (from-to) | 152-5 |
Number of pages | 4 |
ISSN | 0041-5782 |
Publication status | Published - 2006 |