NAFLD and Age Are Indicators for Atherosclerosis in Obesity
A recent study examines nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and age as independent risk factors for carotid atherosclerosis in obese individuals.......[Read More]
Vitamin D and Metabolic Profile in Non-diabetic Adults
New research evaluates genes associated with vitamin D status that might contribute to weight and lipid levels.......[Read More]
Inheritance of HNF1a and GCK Mutations in a Family With MODY
Which genetic mutations are involved in MODY?......[Read More]
TRAIL Concentration and Diabetic Therapy
Is this protective marker of endothelial function increased after initiation of antidiabetes agents?......[Read More]
Diet Characteristics May Influence Diabetes Risk
The EPIC-Norfolk study offers evidence that the "dietary energy density" of foods should be considered when modifying diets to reduce the risk for diabetes.......[Read More]
Genetic and Clinical Aspects of Primary Hyperparathyroidism
Maintenance of a normal extracellular calcium concentration depends on the integrated co-ordination of calcium fluxes with respect to intestinal tract, kidneys and bone.......[Read More]
Visual Dysfunction in Nonfunctioning Pituitary Adenomas
New research finds correlations between suprasellar adenoma extension and visual acuity.......[Read More]
What Endocrinologists Can Expect From Obamacare
The expected surge of insured patients will stretch endocrinology resources even further. What are practices doing to prepare?......[Read More]
Hyperglycemia and Higher Body Size on Hospital Mortality
How does weight affect mortality risk in the intensive care unit?......[Read More]
Thermogenesis-Based Interventions for Obesity and T2DM
Simple steps, like walking faster, can dramatically increase the number of calories burned per day.......[Read More]
Adrenal Incidentalomas
The authors evaluate the cause and the clinical and laboratory features of adrenal incidentalomas in 52 patients, and assess the evolution of nonsurgically treated lesions during long-term follow-up.......[Read More]
Effects of a Lifestyle Modification Program in Obese Adults
Bariatric patients who participated in a structured lifestyle modification program achieved significant improvements in cardiovascular risk-related outcomes.......[Read More]
Inheritance of HNF1a and GCK Mutations in a Family With MODY
Which genetic mutations are involved in MODY?......[Read More]
Thyroid Axis Changes After Long-term Levothyroxine Therapy
Does chronic levothyroxine alter thyroid hormone metabolism in patients with differentiated thyroid carcinoma?......[Read More]
The Yin and Yang of Diabetes in Asian Patients
Dr. William Hsu discusses how and why clinicians should address Asian patients with diabetes differently than other patients, in order to achieve the best outcomes possible.......[Read More]
Diabetes and Atherosclerosis
The concept of the artery as a "lifeless tube" is being challenged by a new understanding of complex cellular metabolism of the vessel wall.......[Read More]
Adverse Skeletal Effects of Drugs -- Beyond Glucocorticoids
Drugs of all types may increase fracture risk. Which ones are you prescribing?......[Read More]
Control of Colon Cancer Development and Progression
Estrogens behave as protective agents on the development of colorectal cancer, and hormonal-replacement therapy is associated with an increased survival rate in women with this disease.......[Read More]
The Pathophysiology of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Six to 10% of women of reproductive age have PCOS, and the short- and long-term health consequences are serious.......[Read More]
Assessment and Management of Low Testosterone in Men
Are endocrinologists reluctant to prescribe testosterone in men with hypogonadism?......[Read More]