Why the study?
Does accumulation of excess visceral adipose tissue play a role in the pathophysiology of HFpEF in women?
Does accumulation of excess visceral adipose tissue play a role in the pathophysiology of HFpEF in women?
Excess visceral adipose tissue accumulation is pathophysiologically important in women with HFpEF.
May support sex-specific visceral fat assessment in women with HFpEF; hypothesis-generating and leaves causal impact open.
These data suggest that accumulation of excess VAT plays a distinct and important role in the pathophysiology of HFpEF preferentially in women. Further research is needed to better understand the mechanisms and treatment implications for visceral fat in HFpEF.
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