The effects of weight loss using dietary manipulation and rimonabant therapy on arterial stiffness in type 2 diabetes

Background: Obesity is considered an important factor contributing to premature arterial stiffening in type 2 diabetes but it is uncertain whether weight loss through dietary modification leads to a reduction in arterial stiffness. Rimonabant is an anti-obesity drug which, through its pharmacologica...

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Main Authors: A. Chakera, S. Bunce, C. Heppenstall, J.C. Smith
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Atlantis Press 2010-04-01
Series:Artery Research
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Online Access:https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125927450/view