Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5947434 | Atherosclerosis | 2013 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
In middle-aged individuals, we observed similar contributions of insulin resistance and hyperglycemia to subclinical atherosclerosis. These contributions were largely explained by abdominal adiposity, emphasizing the importance of weight management.
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Authors
Karin B. Gast, Johannes W.A. Smit, Martin den Heijer, Saskia Middeldorp, Ralph C.A. Rippe, Saskia le Cessie, Eelco J.P. de Koning, J.W. Jukema, Ton J. Rabelink, Albert de Roos, Frits R. Rosendaal, Renée de Mutsert,