Association between plasma leptin/adiponectin ratios with the extent and severity of coronary artery disease
Abstract Background Leptin can have a direct effect on endothelial and vascular smooth muscle cells and high level of leptin is involved in the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis. This study aimed to determine the relationship between leptin/adiponectin (L/A) ratio and the extent and severity of corona...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-11-01
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Series: | BMC Cardiovascular Disorders |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12872-020-01723-7 |