Hepatogenous diabetes. Current views of an ancient problem

Diabetes developed as a complication of cirrhosis is known as «hepatogenous diabetes» (HD). Around 30% to 60% of cirrhotic patients suffer from this metabolic disorder. Insulin resistance in muscular, hepatic and adipose tissues as well as hyperinsulinemia, seem to be pathophysiologic bases for HD....

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Main Authors: García Compeán, Diego, Jáquez Quintana, Joel Omar, Maldonado Garza, Héctor Jesús
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier España 2009
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Online Access:http://eprints.uanl.mx/29960/7/29960.pdf

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