ea0022p158 | Cardiovascular endocrinology and lipid metabolism | ECE2010
Belovici Maria
, Buysschaert Martin
, Ketelslegers Jean-Marie
Objectives: The bone-related peptide osteoprotegerin (OPG) was recently found in high concentration inside vascular tissues in diabetic patients. OPG is produced by vascular smooth muscle cells and endotheliocytes, and inhibits progression of advanced plaque by delaying size progression as well as plaque calcification. We aimed at determining in type 2 diabetes patients the relationship between serum OPG and circulating level of angiotensin II (AngII), but also the relationshi...