Endocrine, Metabolic and Morphologic Alterations of Adipose Tissue during Critical Illness KU Leuven
OBJECTIVE: Observational studies report lower mortality in obese than in lean critically ill patients, an association referred to as the "obesity paradox." This may suggest a possible protective role for adipose tissue during severe illness. DATA SOURCES: Relevant publications were identified based on searches in PubMed and on secondary searches of their bibliographies. DATA SYNTHESIS: The endocrine functions of adipose tissue might play a role ...