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The extracellular matrix and insulin resistance

  • Ashley S. Williams
  • , Li Kang
  • , David H. Wasserman

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    Abstract

    The extracellular matrix (ECM) is a highly-dynamic compartment that undergoes remodeling as a result of injury and repair. Over the past decade, mounting evidence in humans and rodents suggests that ECM remodeling is associated with diet-induced insulin resistance in several metabolic tissues. In addition, integrin receptors for the ECM have also been implicated in the regulation of insulin action. This review addresses what is currently known about the ECM, integrins, and insulin action in the muscle, liver, and adipose tissue. Understanding how ECM remodeling and integrin signaling regulate insulin action may aid in the development of new therapeutic targets for the treatment of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes (T2D).

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)357-366
    Number of pages10
    JournalTrends in Endocrinology and Metabolism
    Volume26
    Issue number7
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Jul 2015

    UN SDGs

    This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

    1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
      SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

    Keywords

    • Extracellular matrix
    • Integrins
    • glucose homeostasis
    • Insulin Resistance
    • Liver
    • Muscle

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