Recently Discovered Adipokines and Cardio-Metabolic Comorbidities in Childhood Obesity

Recently Discovered Adipokines and Cardio-Metabolic Comorbidities in Childhood Obesity

White adipose tissue (WAT) asset, in terms of cell number, fat storage capacity and endocrine function, is largely determined in early stages of life and is pivotal for shaping the WAT pro-inflammatory behavior. WAT derived adipokines have been shown to play a main role in several cardio-metabolic a...

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Main Authors: Gloria Maria Barraco, Rosa Luciano, Michela Semeraro, Pedro L. Prieto-Hontoria, Melania Manco
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2014-10-01
Series:International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Subjects:
adipose tissue
adipokines
cardiovascular disease
childhood obesity
inflammation
metabolic syndrome
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/15/11/19760

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