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GlossaryEpicardial Fat Thickness

measurement of fat layer between heart muscle and pericardium

Epicardial Fat Thickness (EFT) refers to the measurement of the layer of fat located between the outer wall of the heart (the myocardium) and the visceral layer of the pericardium. This fat layer is significant because it can influence heart function and is associated with cardiovascular risk factors such as coronary artery disease and metabolic syndrome.

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Global Adiposity and Thickness of Intraperitoneal and Mesenteric Adipose Tissue Depots Are Increased in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

research Global Adiposity and Thickness of Intraperitoneal and Mesenteric Adipose Tissue Depots Are Increased in Women With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

90 citations, February 2013 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Women with PCOS have more body fat and thicker fat layers in certain abdominal areas than women without PCOS.

research The Relationship of Androgenetic Alopecia Severity with Epicardial Fat Thickness

4 citations, January 2016 in “Annals of Dermatology”

More severe hair loss links to thicker heart fat, suggesting possible heart disease risk.

Body Composition Parameters, Carotid Intima Media Thickness and Epicardial Fat Thickness in Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia

research Body Composition Parameters, Carotid Intima Media Thickness and Epicardial Fat Thickness in Male Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia

September 2023 in “Journal of the turkish academy of dermatology”

Men with male pattern baldness had higher body fat and obesity-related measurements but similar heart fat and artery thickness compared to healthy men.

research Epicardial Fat Thickness in Children with Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

October 2018 in “Journal of Clinical Research in Pediatric Endocrinology”

Children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have thicker heart fat and more heart and blood vessel risk factors, especially if their condition is not well-controlled.

research Epicardial Fat Thickness in Children with Classic Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

9 citations, February 2019 in “Journal of Clinical Research in Pediatric Endocrinology”

Children with classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia have thicker heart fat and are at higher risk for heart problems and early atherosclerosis.

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community A concise, easy-to-understand post on Androgenic Alopecia theory and its practical applications

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The user started using finasteride, minoxidil, and biotin for male pattern baldness (MPB) and is experiencing rapid thinning. They are questioning if low blood flow to the head could be contributing to their hair loss.