Early Appearance of Epicardial Adipose Tissue through Human Development

Early Appearance of Epicardial Adipose Tissue through Human Development

<b>Background</b>: Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) is a visceral fat depot with unique anatomic, biomolecular and genetic features. Due to its proximity to the coronary arteries and myocardium, dysfunctional EAT may contribute to the development and progression of cardiovascular and meta...

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Main Authors: Juliana Perez-Miguelsanz, Vanesa Jiménez-Ortega, Pilar Cano-Barquilla, Marta Garaulet, Ana I. Esquifino, Gregorio Varela-Moreiras, Pilar Fernández-Mateos
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
epicardial adipose tissue development
coronary arteries
human embryo and fetus
cardiovascular disease
metabolic fetal programing
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/9/2906

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