Endocrine Abstracts

Moderately elevated plasma homocysteine levels (>12 μmol/l) are highly prevalent in the general population and are associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease. Homocysteine is an amino acid produced during catabolism of the essential amino acid methionine. Metabolism of homocysteine requires an adequate supply of folic acid, vitamin B12 and vitamin B6.Moderate hyperhomocysteinemia may be caused by a variety of factors: chronic d...

Introduction: The prevalence of obesity in children and adolescents has dramatically increased over the last 20–30 years.Childhood overweight is associated with higher risk of obesity into adulthood and a higher incidence of metabolic consequences.Objectives: To identify the prevalence of metabolic complications in obese children and adolescents.Methods: One thirty-two obese children and adolescents (age...