Genetic endocrinology of the metabolic syndrome (Nova Biomedical Books, 2009)
Includes bibliographical references and index
The metabolic syndrome : concept, definition, effect and prevalence -- Pathophysiology of the metabolic syndrome -- Causes of the metabolic syndrome : genetics and environment -- Genetic analysis of the metabolic syndrome -- Genetic variants in endocrine pathways influencing metabolic syndrome -- Gender differences in genetic factors influencing metabolic syndrome risk -- Interaction among elements influencing metabolic syndrome risk -- Network of endocrine setpoints as a combined contributor to metabolic syndrome risk