Biology (Basel)
December 2024
Both perinatal malnutrition and elevated glucocorticoids are pivotal triggers of the growing global pandemic of metabolic diseases. Here, we studied the effects of metabolic stress responsiveness on glucose-insulin homeostasis and pancreatic-islet function in male Wistar offspring whose mothers underwent protein restriction during lactation. During the first two weeks after delivery, lactating dams were fed a low-protein (4% protein, LP group) or normal-protein diet (22.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFSepsis is a pervasive condition that affects individuals of all ages, with significant social and economic consequences. The early diagnosis of sepsis is fundamental for establishing appropriate treatment and is based on warning scores and clinical characteristics, with positive microbiological cultures being the gold standard. Research has yet to identify a single biomarker to meet this diagnostic demand.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFTraditional serrated adenomas (TSAs) of the duodenum are rare lesions with potential for malignant transformation. We present the case of a 44-year-old female with a history of bariatric surgery who presented with worsening abdominal pain, nausea, and significant weight loss. Imaging studies, including MRI, revealed a 3.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFChildhood and puberty can affect metabolism, leading to tissue injury and malfunction later in life. The consumption of high-processed foods rich in salt and sugar is increasing in middle- and high-income countries, especially among young people. It is necessary to evaluate the effects of high salt and sugar levels in the youth on most injured organs during metabolic challenges.
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