Endocrine Abstracts

PTHrP is an important factor for the regulation of calcium homeostasis around delivery. The aim of this study was to longitudinally analyse PTHrP metabolism and influencing factors looking at mothers and their breastfed newborns from 32 weeks of pregnancy until 8 weeks after delivery. Nineteen families (8 Caucasian, 11 Arabic/Asian) participated in the study. We analysed PTHrP, 25 OH vitamin D, parathyroid hormone (PTH), alkaline phosphatase, albumin; serum and urine calcium, ...

The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in at-risk groups is rising even in sunny countries. Aim of this study was to compare vitamin D status and effect of vitamin D supplementation of moderate risk (mildly pigmented, WHO skin type 2) breastfed newborns from sunny and temperate climate zones. Newborns in Perth (30°S, group 1:5 male, 6 female) did not receive any vitamin D supplementation, newborns in Berlin (52.5°N, 17 male, 23 female) were randomised into n=2...

Background: There is a complex interaction between psychosocial factors and type 1 diabetes (T1D) resulting in compromised diabetes management and suboptimal glycemic control. Individuals with T1D are at increased risk of developing depression and anxiety. Screening for psychosocial risk factors from diagnosis of T1D has been recommended. International standard is integrated care by a multidisciplinary team.Objective: We performed a systematic review and...