Details for Hyperinsulinism
Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) ID
MESH:C.18.452.394.968
MESH:C.18.452.394.968 is linked to 670 enzymes:
Definition
A syndrome with excessively high INSULIN levels in the BLOOD. It may cause HYPOGLYCEMIA. Etiology of hyperinsulinism varies, including hypersecretion of a beta cell tumor (INSULINOMA); autoantibodies against insulin (INSULIN ANTIBODIES); defective insulin receptor (INSULIN RESISTANCE); or overuse of exogenous insulin or HYPOGLYCEMIC AGENTS.
Synonyms
1. Hyperinsulinism
2. Compensatory Hyperinsulinemia
3. Endogenous Hyperinsulinism
4. Exogenous Hyperinsulinism
5. Hyperinsulinemia
6. Hyperinsulinemia, Compensatory
7. Hyperinsulinism, Endogenous
8. Hyperinsulinism, Exogenous
References
1. MESH: C.18.452.394.968
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