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Changes in abdominal subcutaneous adipose tissue phenotype following menopause is associated with increased visceral fat mass.
Scientific reports - 20 Jul 2021
Abildgaard Julie, Ploug Thorkil, Al-Saoudi Elaf, Wagner Thomas, Thomsen Carsten, Ewertsen Caroline, Bzorek Michael, Pedersen Bente Klarlund, Pedersen Anette Tønnes, Lindegaard Birgitte
Abstract excerpt
Menopause is associated with a redistribution of adipose tissue towards central adiposity, known to cause insulin resistance. In this cross-sectional study of 33 women between 45 and 60 years, we assessed adipose tissue inflammation and morphology in subcutaneous adipose tissue (SAT) and visceral adipose tissue (VAT) across menopause and related this to menopausal differences in adipose tissue distribution and...
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