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Metabolic consequences of adipose triglyceride lipase deficiency in humans: an in vivo study in patients with neutral lipid storage disease with myopathy.
The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism - 1 Sept 2013
Natali Andrea, Gastaldelli Amalia, Camastra Stefania, Baldi Simona, Quagliarini Fabiana, Minicocci Ilenia, Bruno Claudio, Pennisi Elena, Arca Marcello
Abstract excerpt
CONTEXT: The role of adipose triglyceride lipase (ATGL) in intermediate substrates metabolism has not been fully elucidated in humans. OBJECTIVE: Our objective was to evaluate the consequences of ATGL deficiency on body fat distribution, insulin sensitivity, fatty acids metabolism, and energy substrate utilization. DESIGN AND SETTING: Body composition and organ fat content were measured by bioimpedance and (1)H...
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