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Leptin and Ghrelin: What is the Impact on Pituitary Function?

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    Felipe F. Casanueva & Carlos Dieguez

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Casanueva, F.F., Dieguez, C. Leptin and Ghrelin: What is the Impact on Pituitary Function?. Rev Endocr Metab Disord 6, 39–45 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11154-005-5223-1

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