El sistema cardiovascular

the metabolic syndrome has a strong association with the pathogenesis of type 2 diabetes, arterial hypertension and other cardiovascular diseases. adiponectin plasma levels are reduced in patients suffering the metabolic syndrome and in many basic and clinical studies have demonstrated that adiponectin improves endothelial function, vascular remodelling and atherogenesis. this review will consider the epidemiological and experimental findings bringing support to the pleiotropic effects adiponectin on the cardiovascular system.