Relationship between Epicardial and Coronary Adipose Tissue and the Expression of Adiponectin, Leptin, and Interleukin 6 in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease
Adipose tissue (AT) is an endocrine and paracrine organ that synthesizes biologically active adipocytokines, which affect inflammation, fibrosis, and atherogenesis. Epicardial and perivascular fat depots are of great interest to researchers, owing to their potential effects on the myocardium and blo...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Personalized Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4426/12/2/129 |