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The Metabolic Syndrome: Pharmacology and Clinical Aspects - Beck-Nielsen, Henning (Editor)
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The metabolic syndrome is a common syndrome affecting about 20 % of the adult population in Europe, and probably the prevalence is of the same magnitude in other industrialised countries worldwide. It is mainly caused by western lifestyle resulting in abdominal obesity, but also a genetic predisposition plays a role. This syndrome, which is linked to leisure lifestyle and overeating/obesity, can develop into type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Therefore, proper treatment and prevention are heavily needed. ...

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The Metabolic Syndrome: Pharmacology and Clinical Aspects 2015, Springer Verlag GmbH, Vienna

ISBN-13: 9783709116852

2013 edition

Paperback

The Metabolic Syndrome: Pharmacology and Clinical Aspects 2013, Springer, Vienna

ISBN-13: 9783709113301

2013 edition

Hardcover