Genetic Aspects of type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is characterized by autoimmune destruction of pancreatic beta-cells in genetically predisposed individuals, eventually resulting in severe insulin deficiency. It is the most common form of diabetes in children and adolescents. Genetic susceptibility plays a crucial ro...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Korean Society of Pediatric Endocrinology
2019-09-01
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Series: | Annals of Pediatric Endocrinology & Metabolism |
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Online Access: | http://e-apem.org/upload/pdf/apem-2019-24-3-143.pdf |