Inflammatory actions of adiponectin, leptin, and resistin

Danielle M. Stringer, Vanessa C. DeClercq, Ryan W.T. Hunt, Maria S. Baranowski, Carla G. Taylor, Peter Zahradka

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Abstract

Obesity is associated with a chronic inflammatory state that contributes to the development of various metabolic and cardiovascular diseases. Adipose tissue has the ability to produce and secrete a variety of bioactive molecules such as adipokines that can regulate the inflammatory responses of several obesity-related complications [1]. Many of these pro-inflammatory adipokines such as leptin [2], resistin [3], C-reactive protein (CRP) [4], tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), and interleukin-6 (IL-6) [5] are increased in obesity and may promote obesity-linked metabolic and cardiovascular diseases.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationAdipose Tissue and Inflammation
PublisherCRC Press
Pages167-187
Number of pages21
ISBN (Electronic)9781420091311
ISBN (Print)9781420091304
Publication statusPublished - Jan 1 2009
Externally publishedYes

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ASJC Scopus Subject Areas

  • General Medicine

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