Browsing NTNU Open by Author "Aaseth, Jan"
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APOE Polymorphism and Endocrine Functions in Subjects with Morbid Obesity Undergoing Bariatric Surgery
Farup, Per Grønaas; Jansen, Aina; Hestad, Knut; Aaseth, Jan; Rootwelt, Helge (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Background: Obesity is an interplay between genes and the environment, including lifestyle. The genetics of obesity is insufficiently understood. Apolipoprotein E (APOE) genetic polymorphism has been associated with a wide ... -
Cadmium, lead and mercury in Norwegian obese patients before and 12 months after bariatric surgery
Mikalsen, Solveig Meyer; Bjørke-Monsen, Anne Lise; Flaten, Trond Peder; Whist, Jon Elling; Aaseth, Jan (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2019)Purpose Previous studies have suggested a role for the toxic elements lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and cadmium (Cd) in the development of insulin resistance and hypertension. Increased blood Pb levels have been reported after ... -
Changes in circulating sirtuin 1 after bariatric surgery
Opstad, Trine Baur; Farup, Per Grønaas; Rootwelt, Helge; Aaseth, Jan (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Background and aims Obesity is associated with chronic inflammation and oxidative stress. Weight loss after bariatric surgery improves the inflammatory state and risk of cardiovascular disease. Improvement in metabolic ... -
Circulating Lipoproteins in Subjects with Morbid Obesity Undergoing Bariatric Surgery with Gastric Bypass or Sleeve Gastrectomy
Aaseth, Jan; Rootwelt, Helge; Retterstøl, Kjetil; Hestad, Knut; Farup, Per Grønaas (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)The efficacy of various bariatric procedures on the mitigation of the obese dyslipidemia remains debated, and the impact of these measures on lipoprotein(a) (Lp(a)) levels is unknown. In this study we aimed to compare the ... -
Essential trace elements in Norwegian obese patients before and 12 months after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass surgery: Copper, manganese, selenium and zinc
Mikalsen, Solveig Meyer; Aaseth, Jan; Flaten, Trond Peder; Whist, Jon Elling; Monsen, Anne Lise Bjørke (Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2020)Objectives: The objective of the present study was to assess trace element status in morbidly obese subjects before and one year after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) in order to identify possible deficiencies. Methods: ... -
Neurotoxic effects of mercury exposure in dental personnel
Bjørklund, Geir; Hilt, Bjørn; Dadar, Maryam; Lindh, U; Aaseth, Jan (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2019)Numerous studies have reported neurobehavioural effects in dental personnel occupationally exposed to chronic low levels of mercury (Hg). Hg exposure from dental work may also induce various chronic conditions such as ... -
Skogholt’s disease—A tauopathy precipitated by iron and copper?
Aspli, Klaus Thanke; Holmøy, Trygve; Flaten, Trond Peder; Whist, Jon Elling; Aaseth, Jan (Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2022)Background It has been suggested that Skogholt’s disease is a new neurological disease entity. The disease, confined to a family line in Hedmark county, Norway, usually affects both the brain and peripheral nerves. Typical ...