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Endocrine disorders in mitochondrial disease.

Authors :
Schaefer, Andrew M.
Walker, Mark
Turnbull, Douglass M.
Taylor, Robert W.
Source :
Molecular & Cellular Endocrinology. Oct2013, Vol. 379 Issue 1/2, p2-11. 10p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Highlights: [•] Mitochondrial disorders are common, genetically-heterogeneous diseases characterised by multisystem involvement. [•] Endocrine dysfunction in mitochondrial disease is not uncommon. [•] This is predominantly restricted to disease of the endocrine pancreas leading to diabetes mellitus. [•] We review the common endocrine disorders associated with mitochondrial dysfunction. [•] Optimal strategies for supporting and managing patients are discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03037207
Volume :
379
Issue :
1/2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Molecular & Cellular Endocrinology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
90422819
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mce.2013.06.004