The influence of resistin on liver function in patients with diabetes mellitus type 2 and obesity

Abstract

Resistin is an adipokine that can cause the proinflammatory effects in star-like liver cells, which are the key modulators of fibrosis. There is a need in further study of resistin effects on liver function and its role in the pathogenesis of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) against the background of metabolic disorders.