Periostin concentrations in childhood-onset craniopharyngioma patients
ConclusionsIn CP, periostin concentrations are not associated with known risk factors for NAFLD such as hepatic and metabolic parameters, obesity and hypothalamic lesions. Accordingly, periostin does not seem to be a suitable marker for NAFLD in CP.
Source: Journal of Endocrinological Investigation - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
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