SAT-240 Type B Insulin Resistance Resulting in Hyperthecosis in a Postmenopausal Woman
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DOI: 10.1210/js.2019-sat-240
Abstract: Abstract Type B insulin resistance is characterized by autoantibodies to the insulin receptor, inducing severe insulin resistance requiring administration of suprapharmacologic doses of exogenous insulin for treatment. A case report by Declue, Shah, Marchese and… read more here.
Keywords: hyperthecosis; insulin; type insulin; woman ... See more keywords
Combined Immunosuppressive Therapy Induces Remission in Patients With Severe Type B Insulin Resistance: A Prospective Cohort Study
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DOI: 10.2337/dc18-0884
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Type B insulin resistance due to autoantibodies against the insulin receptor is characterized by diabetes refractory to massive doses of insulin, severe hypercatabolism, hyperandrogenism, and a high mortality rate. We analyzed the efficacy of… read more here.
Keywords: insulin; combined immunosuppressive; remission; type insulin ... See more keywords