Effect of obesity reduction on preservation of heart function and attenuation of left ventricular remodeling, oxidative stress and inflammation in obese mice

Effect of obesity reduction on preservation of heart function and attenuation of left ventricular remodeling, oxidative stress and inflammation in obese mice

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Obesity is an important cardiovascular risk factor. This study tested the effect of obesity reduction on preserving left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) and attenuating inflammation, oxidative stress and LV remodeling in obese m...

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Main Authors: Wang Hui-Ting, Liu Chu-Feng, Tsai Tzu-Hsien, Chen Yung-Lung, Chang Hsueh-Wen, Tsai Ching-Yen, Leu Steve, Zhen Yen-Yi, Chai Han-Tan, Chung Sheng-Ying, Chua Sarah, Yen Chia-Hung, Yip Hon-Kan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-07-01
Series:Journal of Translational Medicine
Subjects:
Obesity
Inflammation
Oxidative stress
Apoptosis
Fibrosis
Online Access:http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/10/1/145

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