| Literature DB >> 10997620 |
M Maccario1, S Grottoli, M Procopio, S E Oleandri, R Rossetto, C Gauna, E Arvat, E Ghigo.
Abstract
In this review we propose an integrated neuro-endocrine-metabolic point of view on the alterations (adaptations?) of GH/IGF-1 axis in obesity, summarizing the evidence from the literature, particularly focusing the data on humans and adding where possible results from our studies in this field. It is well-known that GH secretion is deeply impaired in overweight patients: we reviewed the multiple mechanisms underlying this issue, considering either central (CNS-related, such as impairment of GHRH tone or increased somatostatin release) or peripheral (ie metabolic: insulin, free fatty acids, glucose) factors. A central point of the debate about GH insufficiency in obesity is if it represents a simple adaptive phenomenon or reflects a true impairment of the axis activity. Evaluation of IGF-I levels and generation in obesity was the mean used to address this question: a bulk of evidence on IGF-I balance in human obesity has been provided, but the matter is still uncertain and unsolved.Entities:
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Year: 2000 PMID： 10997620 DOI： 10.1038/sj.ijo.0801289
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Int J Obes Relat Metab Disord