| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4144036 | Anales de Pediatría | 2007 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The etiology of Mauriac syndrome is controversial since both prolonged hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinization produce glycogen accumulation in the liver. Hypercortisolism (due to ketosis or hypoglycemia) contributes to glycogen storage and also causes growth and sexual maturation delay.
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Authors
M. Flotats Bastardas, M. Miserachs Barba, A. Ricart Cumeras, M. Clemente León, M. Gussinyer Canadell, D. Yeste Fernández, M.ªA. Albisu Aparicio, A. Carrascosa Lezcano,