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  • Obesity is linked to perilymphatic inflammation and impaired lymphatic function.
  • Obesity-induced lymphatic dysfunction includes reduced vessel density, impaired pumping, decreased immune cell trafficking, and increased leakiness.
  • The cellular mechanisms and reversibility of obesity's effects on the lymphatic system are not fully understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate lymphatic vascular changes in obese mice.
  • To determine if aerobic exercise can reverse obesity-induced lymphatic pathology.
  • To analyze the impact of exercise on lymphatic endothelial cell gene expression.

Main Methods:

  • Obese mice were randomized into aerobic exercise and sedentary groups.
  • Lymphatic function was assessed via vessel density, pumping capacity, immune cell migration, and leakiness.
  • Gene expression of lymphatic endothelial cells was analyzed, focusing on specific markers.

Main Results:

  • Sedentary obese mice exhibited significantly impaired lymphatic function compared to lean mice.
  • Aerobic exercise, without weight loss, markedly improved lymphatic function and reduced inflammation.
  • Exercise normalized lymphatic endothelial cell gene expression, including VEGFR-3 and Prox1.

Conclusions:

  • Obesity impairs lymphatic function through multiple mechanisms.
  • Aerobic exercise can partially reverse obesity-induced lymphatic dysfunction, independent of weight loss.
  • Behavioral modifications like exercise can reverse obesity-related changes in lymphatic endothelial cell gene expression.