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β-Cell Function in Severely Obese Type 2 Diabetic Patients.

Authors :
Camastra, Stefania
Manco, Melania
Mari, Andrea
Greco, Aldo V.
Frascerra, Silvia
Mingrone, Geltrude
Ferrannini, Ele
Source :
Diabetes Care. Apr2007, Vol. 30 Issue 4, p1002-1004. 3p. 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

The article offers information on the results of a study on β-cell function among severely obese patients with type 2 diabetes. It says that the intravenous glucose tolerance test was utilized to determine the impact of bariatric surgery on β-cell function in diabetic subjects. It mentions that the bariatric surgery can improve insulin sensitivity.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01495992
Volume :
30
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Diabetes Care
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
25147153
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2337/dc06-1845