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Natriuresis of fasting: the possible role of leptin–neuropeptide Y system

Authors :
Sulyok, E.
Tulassay, T.
Source :
Medical Hypotheses; May 2001, Vol. 56 Issue: 5 p629-633, 5p
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

We developed a new hypothesis claiming that natriuresis of fasting is not only caused by diminished insulin resistance and hyperinsulinaemia with the subsequent reduction of renal sodium retention but it can also be attributed to the function of the leptin–NPY system. Each element of this concept has been substantiated by convincing experimental evidences as follows:

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03069877
Volume :
56
Issue :
5
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Medical Hypotheses
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs1254183
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1054/mehy.2000.1176