26 The prognostic role of epicardial adipose tissue in aortic stenosis: insights from a cardiovascular magnetic resonance study

Published: Jun 1, 2021
Abstract

Introduction

Epicardial adipose tissue (EAT) is a biologically active type of visceral fat between the pericardium and the myocardium. It is thought to have both cardioprotective and harmful functions but what mechanisms regulate this balance remain unclear. Limited literature exists on its prognostic role in aortic stenosis (AS). We investigated the association of EAT and survival in patients with AS.

Methods

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Paper Details
Title
26 The prognostic role of epicardial adipose tissue in aortic stenosis: insights from a cardiovascular magnetic resonance study
Published Date
Jun 1, 2021
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