Search for dissertations about: "exocrine dysfunction"

Showing result 6 - 7 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words exocrine dysfunction.

2. 6. Studies of pancreatic islet microcirculation and insulin secretion in normal and diabetic rats

   Author : Zhen Huang; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : diabetes; islet; insulin; microcirculation; ethanol; blood flow; hypoglycemia; renin angiotensin system; statins;

   Abstract : Type 2 diabetes is increasing globally. The disease is characterized not only by hyperglycemia, but also by insulin resistance with attendant dyslipidemia, hypertension and endothelial dysfunction. These aberrations may result in macrovascular disease, and deeply impact the longevity and quality of life in diabetic patients. READ MORE

4. 7. Risk factors and comorbidity in primary Sjögren’s syndrome

   Author : Johannes Mofors; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Primary Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease, in which the immune system targets the exocrine glands. The disease is characterized by inflammation and dysfunction of the salivary and lacrimal glands, leading to dry eyes and mouth. The etiopathogenesis of autoimmune diseases is not entirely known. READ MORE