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[Syndrome X].

H Kotake1, S Oikawa

  • 1Third Department of Internal Medicine, Tohoku University School of Medicine.

Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
|April 13, 1999
PubMed
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Insulin resistance, a key factor in non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, is linked to obesity and cardiovascular risks. Lifestyle changes and medications can improve insulin sensitivity.

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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology and Metabolism
  • Cardiovascular Disease Research

Context:

  • Insulin resistance is a primary characteristic of non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).
  • It is closely associated with metabolic risk factors including hyperlipidemia, hypertension, obesity, and cardiovascular disease, collectively termed 'insulin-resistance syndrome' or Syndrome X.
  • Central (abdominal) obesity demonstrates a stronger correlation with insulin resistance compared to general obesity.

Purpose:

  • To explore the mechanisms underlying insulin resistance, particularly in relation to central obesity.
  • To review the impact of lifestyle modifications and pharmacological interventions on insulin sensitivity.

Summary:

  • Increased free fatty acid influx to the liver and TNF-alpha production in adipose tissue are implicated in the mechanism of insulin resistance associated with central obesity.

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  • Calorie restriction and weight loss have been shown to enhance insulin sensitivity in overweight individuals.
  • Exercise training improves insulin sensitivity through enhanced oxidative enzymes, glucose transporters (GLUT4), and muscle capillarity, alongside abdominal fat reduction.
  • Thiazolidinediones ('glitazones') are a class of drugs used clinically to improve insulin sensitivity.

    • Impact:

    • Understanding the mechanisms of insulin resistance is crucial for developing targeted therapies for NIDDM and related metabolic disorders.
    • Lifestyle interventions and pharmacological treatments offer viable strategies for managing insulin resistance and mitigating associated health risks.
    • This research highlights the importance of addressing central obesity in the prevention and management of metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease.