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The role of PPARalpha and growth hormone in hepatic lipid metaboism and atherosclerosis
(2006)
Dyslipidemia mainly results from oversecretion of apoB-containing lipoproteins from theliver and is one of the most important risk factors for the development of atherosclerosis.Growth hormone (GH) plays a key role in the ...
Adiponectin, the metabolic syndrome and atherosclerosis. Observation and intervention studies
(2006)
Adiponectin (Adn) has beneficial effects on insulin- and glucose metabolism as well as anti-inflammatory properties. High Adn concentrations are associated with reduced risks for insulin resistance and future diabetes, and ...
Angiotensin II and vascular disease. Studies in rats and atherosclerosis-prone mice
(2006)
Angiotensin II (Ang II) is of importance for a number of physiological processes but also plays an important pathophysiological role in cardiovascular disease. The aim of this thesis was to evaluate the role of Ang II in ...