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  1. 1. Gut microbiota and its importance in the development of obesity and insulin resistance

    University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular Sciences

    Author : Karolina Barton; [2021]
    Keywords : gut microbiota; obesity; insulin resistance;

    Abstract : Obesity and insulin resistance are significant predisposing causes of co-existing diseases such as type 2 diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative disorders, and several types of cancer. Global obesity prevalence continues to accelerate and now affects a high number of people. READ MORE

  3. 2. Pharmacometric model of Glucagon-ACTH-Cortisol in hyperinsulineamiceu/hypoglycaemic and hyperglycemicclamps in individuals who are lean andobese

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för farmaci

    Author : Reem Emad Muhanad; [2021]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Introduction: Type 2 diabetes (T2D) increases in prevalence and generates significant diseaseburden, where impairment in hormonal systems, such as glucagon, is suspected to contribute to T2Ddevelopment. Covariates such as obesity is a known risk factor for T2D development. READ MORE

  4. 3. To live with insulin dependent diabetes

    University essay from Mälardalens högskola/Akademin för hälsa, vård och välfärd

    Author : Susanne Elisabeth Eriksson; [2018]
    Keywords : Chronic disease; insulin dependent diabetes; persons experiences; qualitative content analysis; reconciliation.;

    Abstract : Background:  Diabetes mellitus is a common disease and people with diabetes have doubled the last 20 years. Individual’s experiences in living with diabetes is useful to increase the understanding of persons with diabetes ability to manage, accept and possibilities to reconcile with a life with diabetes. READ MORE

  5. 4. Effect of GLP-1R Knockout on stroke outcome

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för teknik och hälsa (STH)

    Author : Alexandra Voinea; [2014]
    Keywords : Technology;

    Abstract : Stroke is the leading cause of disability in adults in westernized societies and it has an important impact on health and economy. Comorbid health conditions such as hypertension, inactive lifestyle, smoking, obesity and diabetes considerably increase the risk of stroke. READ MORE

  6. 5. The pig as an animal model for type 1 Diabetes Mellitus – with focus on carbohydrate and fat metabolism

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical Sciences

    Author : Elin Manell; [2013]
    Keywords : Porcine animal model; hyperglycemia; insulin; treatment; C-peptide; glucose; NEFA; triglyceride; diabetic ketoacidosis;

    Abstract : Diabetes mellitus is an endocrine disorder affecting a range of different mammals, including dogs, cats, horses and humans. Worldwide, 347 million people have diabetes, and the disease is an increasing burden on the world’s poorest countries. READ MORE